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#46 The Journey of Jon Pretty

Jon Pretty is an open-source developer.

In this episode, he shares about his education path and his professional experiences that shaped his journey in Tech, especially in Scala.

We talked about the risks he took throughout his career, the challenges he faced along the way, and the lessons he learned from his career journey and open-source work. We also discussed his current new project using Scala 3: Soundness.

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#45 The Journey of Fabian Thiele

Dr. Fabian Thiele is a Group Director, Technology, Data and BI, Data & AI at ECCO.

In this episode, Fabian shared his journey from academic research and a PhD in particle physics to building a career in Tech.

We talked about how he approaches learning from reading and lectures to learning by doing and how experimenting and trying things out can be one of the most effective ways to grow.

We also discuss why code reviews matter, even when working with AI-generated code. We highlight the value of team building and what makes a strong engineering culture.

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#44 The Journey of Ali Saleh

Ali Saleh is a Site Reliability Engineer at Google.

In this episode, Ali shares his journey from studying and doing research, to working as a .NET developer, then moving into data engineering, machine learning, and finally site reliability engineering. He talks about the challenges he faced along the way and what he learned through each step.

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#43 The Journey of Rim Sqalli

Rim a skilled Scrum Master shares her educational background, career path, and practical advice from her experience in Agile environments.

Listen to the full episode for helpful tips on teamwork, project flow, and succeeding in an Agile role.

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#42 The Journey of Mouna Amarou

Mouna is a Scala Backend Engineer.

In this episode, she discusses her experiences navigating the challenges in both her studies and career.

Mouna also offers valuable insights and tips on how to maintain a healthy work-life balance, all while pursuing success in the tech industry. Additionally, she shares practical advice on preparing for job interviews and highlights the importance of connecting with people to advance in your career.

 

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#41 The Journey of Eslam Hindawy

Eslam Hindawy is an Engineering Manager.

In this episode, Eslam shares his inspiring journey through his studies and career, how he overcame the challenges along the way and grew into different roles. He gives practical advice on finding the right career path, developing your skills, and achieving your goals.

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#40 The Journey of James Ward

James Ward is a Developer Advocate for AWS.

He started his journey as a professional Software Developer since 1997, dedicating much time of his career to helping developers create software that truly excels. He is a co-author of the book Effect Oriented Programming and a co-host of the podcast Happy Path Programming.

To learn more about James's inspiring journey, listen to the full episode!

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#39 The Journey of Shailvi Wakhlu

Shailvi is a seasoned Data Leader and Self-Advocacy Expert with over seventeen years of experience building technology products. She has spoken at nearly 100 global conferences and Fortune 500 events, coached close to 500 individuals, and authored the best-selling book "Self-Advocacy." Her career includes notable roles at Salesforce, Fitbit, and as the Head of Data at Strava.

She is the founder of Shailvi Ventures LLC.

 

Listen to the full episode and learn about her impressive and inspiring journey.

And check-out her book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ44XNZG

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#38 The Journey of Vijay Ravi

Vijay, Data Engineer at LiveIntent, shares insights from his diverse educational and professional journey. His experiences span studies in Bahrain and India, followed by a Master's in Business Analytics in the USA. Throughout his career, Vijay explored various roles and discovered a passion for Data Engineering and generative AI.

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Here is Vijay's Instagram: vijayxtech

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#37 The Journey of Cristina

Cristina is a Backend Scala Engineer at MOIA.
She talked about her path during her studies and her career. Cristina worked in various positions until she found her passion for Scala. She spoke about her various experiences and the challenges she encountered along the way. We also talked about the importance of creating a safe environment for women and minorities in tech.

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