--- tags: Week 1, H3, M1 --- # Introduction to Module 1 :::success Welcome to the first module of Hyrise Academy! 🥳 ::: Before we get started, let’s review the module summary and the requirements to progress onto the next module 👇 &nbsp; ## Module summary Our first module is designed for people who have never worked in the tech industry before. Even if the concepts seem simple, we recommend going through all the content: a refresher is always useful! We will cover: ::: info **Module 1 sections** &nbsp; 1. **The basics: tech sector, industries and companies** We will begin by understanding the definitions and nuances of the Tech Sector, Industry and Companies. &nbsp; 2. **How are tech companies structured?** We will cover the main areas within a tech company and how they are usually structured. &nbsp; 3. **The cloud, SaaS and common business models** Finally, we will cover the most common business models in tech, with an emphasis on SaaS. &nbsp; 4. **Your turn: Assignments** Your single assignment for the module will be to find and bookmark key tech sites to help you stay updated with the tech world. ::: &nbsp; ## Requirements to progress To progress onto the next module, you must complete the final assignment: **✍️ "Staying updated in the tech world"** Ready? Let’s go! 🚀 <img src="https://media.giphy.com/media/3o72F03RnbPTvKtR7y/giphy.gif" width="300"/> <style> body > .ui-infobar, body > .ui-toc, body > .ui-affix-toc, body > .ui-community, body > .document-footer { display: none !important; } </style>