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Unlocking Potential: How Work Experience Supercharges Student Skills
November 10^th, 2025 in Blog, careers, Community, News
Work experience is a crucial component in the development of young professionals and providing that, employer engagement is something that I am very passionate about. It provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge to the real-world, gain practical work-ready skills, and understand the dynamics of the workplace. When Ofsted are going into schools, they are keen to understand progress with Gatsby Benchmark 4 which focuses on…
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FabFest 2025: Running the Microsoft Fabric Clinic!
October 16^th, 2025 in Blog, Community, Data Lakehouse, Fabric, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Sponsoring Event
FabFest is a great community conference held in Birmingham, UK, that Purple Frog Systems has sponsored for the past 2 years. This year, we had the opportunity to host 2 clinics for attendees, where they could learn more about Microsoft Fabric or AI solutions, or troubleshoot issues currently faced in these areas. Why did we choose to run these clinics? At last year’s conference, we had several attendees approach us with questions about…
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My Trip To BDL: Insights, Innovation & Responsible AI
October 14^th, 2025 in AI, Artificial Intelligence, Azure, Big Data, Blog, Community
Last month, I had the opportunity to attend Big Data London (BDL), the UK’s largest data and analytics conference, bringing together thought leaders, engineers, and strategists shaping the future of data-driven transformation. Across two days, the atmosphere was amazing: over 300 expert speakers, hands-on tech demos, and insightful panels exploring everything from AI governance to the latest in cloud analytics and data architecture. In this…
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Purple Frog Systems Backs HLC Secondary Girls Netball Team
September 17^th, 2025 in careers, Community, Just For Fun, News, school engagement, Sponsoring Event
Purple Frog Systems is proud to announce its sponsorship of the HLC Secondary Girls Netball Team, reinforcing its commitment to supporting local communities and youth development. The sponsorship reflects Purple Frog’s belief in the power of sport to teach vital soft skills that translate far beyond the court. From teamwork and communication to resilience and leadership, these experiences help prepare young people for future careers,…
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Stepping Down from the SQLBits Committee
September 5^th, 2025 in Community, News
I first attended SQLBits back in 2008 (the third event, SQLBits Cubed in Hatfield) and I was instantly hooked. It wasn’t just the incredible knowledge being shared or the amazing list of speakers. At the time I was an employee with zero training budget, so the free Saturday was a lifeline that played a huge role in boosting my knowledge and career. In 2011, with a lot of encouragement (and a little bullying!) from my wonderfully supportive…
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Pizza, Pasta, and Teamwork
August 10^th, 2025 in Community, Just For Fun, News
Last week, the Purple Frog team traded our keyboards for cutlery and headed out for a well-deserved team meal at Zizzi! It was the perfect opportunity to step away from our desks, unwind, and simply enjoy each other’s company outside of the office. The food was incredible, with everyone finding their favourite pizza or pasta dish. But the real highlight of the evening was simply spending quality time together. We chatted, laughed, and…
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We’re Finalists! Celebrating Our STWAA Nominations
August 9^th, 2025 in Apprenticeships, Community, Just For Fun, News
We’re thrilled to announce some incredible news here at Purple Frog! We’ve been named finalists in not one, but two categories at the prestigious Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Apprenticeship Awards, with the ceremony taking place on October 2nd at the Mercure Telford Centre Hotel. A double celebration First up, a massive shoutout to our very own Charlie-Mae, who is a finalist in the Creative Media category. Charlie’s talent,…
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Purple Frog Jumps into Action at Frankley Farms Networking Event!
August 8^th, 2025 in Community, News
Here at Purple Frog, we believe in connecting with our community, and what better way to do that than with a trip to the scenic Frankly Farms? Charlie-Mae & Lewis were thrilled to attend a fantastic networking event hosted by FSB, bringing together a vibrant mix of small businesses from the local area. The day was a perfect blend of professional connection and rural charm. We had the chance to explore the farm, soaking in the beautiful…
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Marketing in a data-driven world: My take on the AI discovery morning
August 6^th, 2025 in Artificial Intelligence, Blog, Community, Uncategorised
On 3rd July, I had the amazing opportunity to support and represent Purple Frog Systems at our AI and Data Analytics Discovery Morning in Telford, and what a day it was! As the Marketing Associate, I’m usually found behind the scenes taking photos, managing our branding, and creating content. But this event gave me the chance to do so much more. Not only did I get to capture the day through my lens, but I also got involved in the conversations…
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Purple Frog at the Connections for Prosperity Conference 2025
July 17^th, 2025 in AI, Artificial Intelligence, Business, Community, News
This week, the Connections for Prosperity Conference brought together innovators, business leaders, policymakers, and tech specialists from across the West Midlands — and Purple Frog Systems was proud to be part of the conversation. Hosted by the Centre for the New Midlands, the event focused on how the region can unlock new opportunities for prosperity, with a strong emphasis on the role of digital transformation and AI in shaping the future…
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Alex Whittles (MVP)
Annabel Hemingbrough
Callum Bryant
Hollie Whittles
James Snow
Jeet Kainth
Joe Billingham
Jon Fletcher
Laura Adamson
Lewis Prince (MVP)
Matt Mair-Durrant
Nick Edwards
Tom Owen