Keynote: A tech görl origin story
summary
Origin story that actually names the tools and moments: learns Ruby at the STL Ruby Meetup and joins LaunchCode and CoderGirl to get work; tries lateral thinking on a fraught Phoenix consulting project, it blows up; builds a warranty claims app for tractor tires and loves it because of daily user collaboration; shares concrete practices—empowerment Dynamic, above/below‑the‑line, the drama triangle, breathing (two short inhales and one long exhale), and coaching that prepares for enterprise‑architect meetings. Watch for practical frameworks and real failures.
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chapters (18)
- 0:00Introduction
- 1:47From teaching to tech career
- 5:20First steps in Ruby community
- 7:27Brad launched my tech journey
- 8:10Planning lateral thinking talk
- 11:44Why collaboration matters
- 13:50Human element in tech work
- 16:16Self-knowledge and team leadership
- 17:59Above vs below the line mindset
- 21:52Understanding drama triangle
- 25:27Shifting drama to empowerment
- 30:40Empowerment dynamic roles
- 32:27Creators drive positive outcomes
- 34:36Challengers tell truth with care
- 35:58Coaches guide without rescuing
- 39:26Reflecting on growth
- 40:31Apologizing and resetting
- 41:53Closing with gratitude
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