

Shekhar Prasad Rajak
Passionate Open Source Advocate and Software Engineer at Apple.
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Shekhar is a seasoned open-source developer and advocate, with contributions to SymPy, NumPy, SciPy, Bundler, and as the author of daru and daru-view in the SciRuby ecosystem. A two-time Google Summer of Code alumnus (2016, 2017) and former SciRuby org admin, he has mentored across multiple open-source communities. He has spoken at leading conferences, including RubyConf, PyCon, ApacheCon, and Community Over Code, alongside regional tech meetups. Currently, he is a Software Development Engineer at Apple, driving innovation in software engineering.
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A Decade of Growth: Lessons Learned and Unlearned in Tech
In a rapidly changing tech industry, the journey from novice to seasoned professional is filled with challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons. Join me as I reflect on my own path, from humble beginnings from village, a low GPA in my bachelor's degree to navigating prestigious programs like Google Summer of Code, and eventually landing roles in service-based, startup, and product-based companies, culminating in my current position at a FAANG company.
I'll share insights gleaned from overcoming obstacles such as mastering competitive programming, finding my niche in open-source software development, and leveraging mentorship opportunities.I'll discuss the importance of learning from diverse perspectives and forging connections with like-minded individuals.
As we peer into the future of the IT sector, I'll explore emerging job opportunities. Join me for a candid conversation about the highs, lows, and invaluable life lessons gained along the way.
Community Over Code NA 2024 Sessionize Event

Shekhar Prasad Rajak
Passionate Open Source Advocate and Software Engineer at Apple.
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