I've had a fairly traditional entry to tech. I studied CS in school, did an internship and became a software engineer. For a long time, I thought this was the only way to get into tech. Recently, I have gained exposure to coding bootcamps as an excellent alternative. They produce students who possess a lot … Continue reading Barriers to enter tech as a software engineer
One of my personal goals for 2020 was to take a more active role in mentoring others. Looking back, this was one of the best decisions I made last year. I got the opportunity to serve as a mentor to folks both at work and other avenues. As a form of reflection, I'd like to … Continue reading What I have gained from being a mentor
I feel extremely fortunate to have had great mentors throughout my career. As I find myself in a position to mentor others, I constantly wonder what made my mentors great. My mentors have been from a variety of roles— engineers, engineering managers, designers, product managers. Having these people in my life has definitely helped broaden … Continue reading How to be a good mentor
