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Kris Howard: Lessons in Leadership, Making Your Own Luck, and Retiring Early
Kris Howard shares her journey from developer to AWS DevRel leader, what she’s learned about management and community, and how stepping back from full-time work opened the door to board roles, creative projects, and new adventures.
From Engineering to VP of Product: A Career Chat With James Hill
We chat with James Hill, VP of Product at Buildkite, about his two-decade journey through tech—from engineer to product leader—and what it takes to build fast, aligned, and impactful teams.
Elly Loel
We chat with Elly Loel, a Digital Accessibility Officer. She shares common myths about web accessibility and tips for enhancing inclusivity.
Tech Events & Meetups
We've compiled a list of awesome tech events and meetups in Australia (and overseas) where you can learn, get inspired and mingle with your people.
From Designer to Product Leader: A Career Chat With Jeni Oye
Jeni Oye shares how her career path from industrial design to product leadership at Xero has been shaped by entrepreneurship, creativity, and teamwork.
Technical Interviews Have Issues But We Can Make Them Better (A Deep Dive With Ted Tencza)
If you think technical interviews could use improvement, you're not alone. Ted Tencza, a seasoned expert in software development and leadership, knows all about the pitfalls of bad interviewing practices. We had a chance to pick his brain, and his tips are pure gold for anyone looking to make better hires.
CV vs. Resume vs. Cover Letter
Ever found yourself wondering if a CV and a resume are the same thing? You're not alone! While people often use these terms interchangeably, there are some key differences you should know.
Resume Tips From A Tech Recruiter (With Canva Template)
Job hunting is tough, but these tips from a tech recruiter will help your resume stand out. Whether you're a software engineer or in another field, these strategies will make your job search easier and boost your chances of landing that dream job.
From Code to Data: Mike Gouline on Leading Data & ML at mx51
We chat with Mike Gouline, Head of Data & ML at mx51, about his career journey. From his early days in software and mobile development to leading innovative data engineering and machine learning projects, Mike shares his insights on the evolving landscape of data roles and the future of the field in 2024.
Cheryl Gledhill
We chat with Cheryl Gledhill, a Director of Product for Culture Amp. She talks about product management in 2024 and some common misconceptions about product roles. Cheryl's one-sentence hiring advice may be our favourite yet.
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“Although I’m not coding on a daily basis, I’ve really enjoyed meeting developers and chatting with them. Having that technical background definitely helps me understand what developers and companies are after. I’ve also spent a lot of time giving people general advice on job searching and resume writing. They really appreciate that.”
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