“Developers don’t have people skills!” It may be a stereotype, but for some, it’s a badge of honor to be the the anti-social, soda-drinking hermit that people are afraid to talk to. Movies, TV shows, and comics make light of it, and so do many of us, but it really is no laughing matter. We strive to the be the absolute best we can be at the technical side of things—we buy books, attend conferences and stay up late hacking on our side projects—but do very little to improve our core skills. Unlike IQ, EQ can actively be developed and improved. In this session, you’ll learn about the components of EQ, why they matter, and some strategies you can use to improve your own EQ!