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Well, that was a blast! Huge thanks to everyone who came out for Architecting Manchester last night 🙌 Massive shout-out to our speakers: ☝️ Ralph McTeggart for getting us all hyped (and a little terrified) about scaling GraphQL. ✌️ Kate Gawron for helping us avoid the "oops, wrong database" moment with her expert advice. And of course, a huge thanks to Joe Parker for pulling everything together behind the scenes! Already excited for the next one! So, who’s ready?? 👀 #TechCommunity #ArchitectingManchester 

"It’s October 3rd" (iykyk) But it’s also Architecting Manchester night! We’ve got two awesome speakers lined up to break down some of the biggest challenges in tech right now. ☝️ Can GraphQL scale? with Ralph McTeggart, Principal Engineer, Cloudsmith Is the hype about GraphQL real? Or are the critics right? Ralph will take us from the basics to the real-world pitfalls. By the end, you’ll know whether GraphQL can scale with your system. ✌️Choosing the perfect database: Aligning your application’s needs with the right data solution with Kate Gawron, Cloud Database Architect, DoiT Choosing the wrong database can break your app. Kate will help you navigate SQL, NoSQL, NewSQL, and beyond, sharing practical tips to make sure you choose the best fit for your project. 📅 Tonight at 5pm 📍 Bonded Warehouse (M3 4AP) 🍕 Pizza and drinks are on us! It's not too late yet to sign up (it's free!): https://lnkd.in/ezTT49ym See you all later! 👋 #SoftwareArchitecture #GraphQL #TechMeetup #ManchesterEvents

Thinking about where to take your recruitment career next? At ECOM👋, we’ve got the tools, the brand, and the network that make your job easier. Picture this: ✨A trusted database full of top clients and candidates at your fingertips. No more cold calling or endless searches. Just real connections built on solid relationships.✨ But here’s the thing – it’s not just about the tools. It’s about the people. Run events, build your network, and let your referrals do the talking. With ECOM, you’re not just another recruiter – you’re part of a team that helps you stand out from the crowd. Ready to take the next step and join us? #Recruitment #ECOM #CareerOpportunities

Hiring isn’t just about finding the right skills—it’s about finding the right fit. But let’s face it, the hiring process can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack… with a blindfold on. Whether it’s navigating a sea of resumes or waiting on that elusive “yes," we’ve all been there. What’s your biggest hiring challenge right now? 🔘 Finding Qualified Candidates 🔘 Speeding Up the Hiring Process 🔘 Managing Salary Expectations 🔘 Reducing Turnover Vote in the poll and let’s chat in the comments! #poll #recruitment

The recruitment industry is a good barometer for the economy in general, our success rises and falls with the markets as demand quickly changes 📈 📉 Speak to nearly anyone in recruitment and they will tell you the last 12 months have been tough but they should also tell you that things are on the turn 😎 All the signs point to the market recovering 🎉 Contract / Temp hiring is always the first to rise after a downturn and here at ECOM we've doubled our number of contractors on client projects in the last few months, that's definitely a good sign 👍 As we come out of summer (did we even have one) we're also starting to see Permanent hiring demand increase ☀ Our quarterly MIQ report will be released in the next couple of weeks, if you're interested in seeing data around this and other recruitment / talent insights them give me a shout and I'll make sure you're on the list for a first look 👓 ECOM InterQuest Group Morson Group #talentinsights #marketdata #recruitment

Ever have one of those days where everything is going great—until it isn’t? 🥲 As recruiters, we’ve all had those moments where the perfect candidate slips through our fingers or a last-minute change turns our day upside down. But hey, it’s all part of the job, right? And sometimes, we even get a small victory to celebrate (like finding that unicorn candidate before your coffee gets cold). ☕️ What’s your most relatable recruiter moment? 🔘 Candidate Ghosting 🔘 Last-Minute Role Changes 🔘 The Perfect Match Victory 🔘 Endless Back-and-Forth Emails Vote in the poll and share your stories below! #poll #recruitment

Missed last week’s Architecting Manchester? Don’t worry – Joe Parker has written down his key takeaways for you! From Clean Code in serverless projects to embedding Data Thinking from day one, this event brought deep insights into modern software practices, thanks to Greg Farrow and Thomas Inman. Stay ahead in tech by checking out Joe’s recap! 👇 Read the full event takeaways here: https://lnkd.in/eS33467R #Serverless #CleanCode #DataDrivenDevelopment #TechCommunity #TechEvents

You know that feeling when you finally nail the perfect job description... Only to realise it sounds like you’re looking for a superhero? “Must be an expert in everything, with 10 years of experience, and able to walk on water.” 🌊 Meanwhile, job seekers are out here trying to figure out how to become a ninja overnight. Let’s be real—recruitment and job hunting can be a wild ride. So, what’s your current challenge? 🔘 Finding the “Unicorn” Candidate 🔘 Over-the-Top Job Requirements 🔘 Candidates Stuck in “Apply All” Mode 🔘 Juggling Multiple Offers Cast your vote and let’s laugh (or cry) about it together in the comments! 😅 #poll

Before you scroll past, let us tell you about something special 👉👈 Yesterday, we had our traditional Manchester Monthly with InterQuest Group, and as always, it didn’t disappoint! 🙌 We celebrated wins, learned from each other, and, of course, shared a few laughs. But this one was extra special. It was our first Manchester Monthly in the new office! (Sure, it’s just three floors down from the old one, but hey, still counts as new, right? 😂) Shoutout to our Legend of the Month— Gareth Pike! Even though he couldn’t make it, we raised a toast to his hard work. 🍻 And in true ECOM tradition, we wrapped up the day with a trip to the pub. Because what’s better than ending a productive day with a pint in the semi-decent Manchester weather? 🌦️ Here’s to more wins, more yellow-table moments, and maybe a little more sunshine next time. 🌞 #ECOM #TeamWins

Ever feel like job hunting is just like finding parking in a crowded lot? 🚗 You circle around, hopeful at first. Then you start getting frustrated when every spot is just out of reach. And finally, you just want to park anywhere that isn’t 10 miles away. And recruiters—don’t even get me started on how many times the perfect candidate slips away like your favorite spot right in front of the office. 😅 We all know the struggle, so let’s settle this once and for all: What’s your biggest recruitment or job search headache right now? 🔘 The “experience paradox” (needing experience to get experience) 🔘 Ghosting after interviews (spooky season is over, people!) 🔘 The endless scroll of irrelevant job posts 🔘 Waiting for that one email… that never comes Cast your vote! #poll