Becoming a Linux Developer
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Starts with a college project implementing usbfs2, presented at oscon, which directly leads to being hired to write a Linux kernel USB driver for a new USB specification at Intel. Argues conferences speed up cross‑subsystem debugging and create unexpected hiring and networking opportunities. Describes persistent low numbers of women in kernel communities and points to organizing efforts like the Ada Initiative and related women‑focused groups and mailing lists as concrete responses working on culture and safety.
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