Stephanie Wightman
Senior Software Engineer
Columbus, Ohio, United States
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A seasoned tech leader with over 15 years of experience, Stephanie has worn many hats, from founding engineer to technical director. Stephanie has explored diverse fields such as finance, autonomous robots, military, and farming where she balances established technologies with exploring experimental innovations. She has previously presented at StirTrek and WITCON, as well as various panels for universities and bootcamps. Fostering an inclusive environment in Columbus' growing tech scene is a priority for Stephanie and she spends her free time judging robotics competitions for FIRST, serving on the Women in STEM Advisory Council for FIRST Ohio, and volunteering as a startup advisor.
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Scalable? Maybe Later. Building POCs That Solve the Right Problems First
Developing a proof of concept is a balancing act between time, functionality, and readiness. A successful prototype can spark a desire for instant promotion to production, but spending too much time preparing for scalability will cause a project to die on the vine. In this talk, we will discuss how to assess which features to polish and what aspects to leave as a rough draft in areas such as code quality, infrastructure, and UX. Attendees will learn how to quickly turnaround a proof of concept that answers key questions for decision makers to influence their roadmap.
Beyond Intuition: Designing Software Systems with Metrics that Matter
In today's software landscape, data is abundant, but not all data is equally valuable. This talk delves into the critical intersection of data, decision-making, and design. We will explore case studies where data influenced pivotal decisions to either quickly generate improvements or led the team astray. Attendees will learn how to establish which metrics provide the most meaningful value in driving the technical and product roadmap and providing productive conversations between Product and Engineering.
Into the Unknown: Navigating the Wild Frontier of Emerging Languages
Embark on an adventurous exploration of the trials and triumphs of being a pioneer in the world of programming languages! Drawing from personal experience with SolidJs and pre-release versions of Angular2, this session will focus on overcoming the initial hurdles of learning and implementing a language with zero reliable external resources and address the unique challenges faced by early adopters. We'll cover tips on building a foundation of knowledge, leveraging existing programming skills, and fostering a community of early adopters to collaborate and share insights. Join us to discover how to navigate the unknown and emerge as a trailblazer in your field.
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