Join me for an enlightening conference session where I'll share insights from over three decades as a seasoned software engineer and 18 years as a university educator. Throughout my tech journey, I've maintained a thriving blog, authored software engineering books since the '90s, and received recognition as a patented inventor. Additionally, I've facilitated a dynamic user group for over two decades, earning numerous awards.

In this session, I'll offer invaluable lessons drawn from my extensive career experience. We'll explore crucial topics such as optimal learning strategies, achieving work-life balance, prioritizing well-being, navigating conferences, building community connections, and more.

Prepare to receive actionable advice that will propel your career forward and set you on a path to success. As someone deeply committed to empowering individuals in the tech industry, I'm dedicated to guiding you toward a brighter and more fulfilling professional journey. Remember to bring a notepad – you'll leave with a wealth of insights that will shape your career trajectory. Get ready to feel inspired and optimistic about the exciting future ahead in your tech career.

Objectives
• Knowledge Sharing: Share invaluable insights and lessons learned from over three decades of experience as a software engineer and 18 years as a university educator.
• Skill Enhancement: Equip attendees with actionable advice and strategies to enhance their learning, achieve work-life balance, prioritize well-being, navigate conferences, and build community connections within the tech industry.
• Inspiration and Empowerment: Inspire and empower attendees to feel optimistic about their future in the tech industry and provide guidance to help them shape their career trajectory for success.

Join me for a session packed with insights from my extensive career as a software engineer and educator. Learn key strategies for success in tech, balance, and community building. Leave inspired and equipped for a bright professional future.