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Breaking barriers: Embracing neurodiversity in tech

Today, there still remains a significant knowledge gap in our community when it comes to working with, managing, and supporting colleagues with hidden disabilities.

In this talk, I will share insights into neurodiversity. As someone with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and autism, I’ll draw on personal experiences and lessons learned from running an employee resource group for individuals with disabilities.

We'll explore strategies for creating a more inclusive environment for those with hidden disabilities, providing actionable insights to help leaders become better allies, managers, and contributors in the journey toward embracing neurodiversity.

Key takeaways:
* An understanding of some of the more common neurodiverse conditions
* How you can empathize with and support your neurodiverse colleagues, either as their manager or as a co-worker
* How we can support these colleagues in the broader tech community

Jonathan Fielding

Principal Engineer at Spendesk, Speaker about software engineering, diversity in tech and hidden disabilities

Ashford, United Kingdom

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