Women in Tech
Take Your Career to the Next Level with Practical Advice and Inspiring Stories
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As the CEO of a startup, Tarah Wheeler is all too familiar with the challenges female tech professionals face on a daily basis. That’s why she’s teamed up with other high-achieving women within the field—from entrepreneurs and analysts to elite hackers and gamers—to provide a roadmap for women looking to jump-start, or further develop, their tech career.
In an effort to dismantle the unconscious social bias against women in the industry, Wheeler interviews professionals like Brianna Wu (founder, Giant Spacekat), Angie Chang (founder, Women 2.0), Keren Elazari (TED speaker and cybersecurity expert), Katie Cunningham (Python educator and developer), and Miah Johnson (senior systems administrator) about the obstacles they have overcome to do what they love. Their inspiring personal stories are interspersed with tech-focused career advice. Readers will learn:
• the secrets of salary negotiation
• the best format for tech resumes
• how to ace a tech interview
• the perks of both contracting (W-9) and salaried full-time work
• the secrets of mentorship
• how to start your own company
• and much more!
BONUS CONTENT: Perfect for its audience of hackers and coders, Women in Tech also contains puzzles and codes throughout—created by Mike Selinker (Lone Shark Games), Gabby Weidling (Lone Shark Games), and cryptographer Ryan “LostboY” Clarke—that are love letters to women in the industry. A distinguished anonymous contributor created the Python code for the cover of the book, which references the mother of computer science, Ada Lovelace. Run the code to see what it does!
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Release date
March 29, 2016 -
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781632170675
- File size: 2625 KB
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781632170675
- File size: 4081 KB
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Languages
- English
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Reviews
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Starred review from April 1, 2016
Van Vlack (CEO & cofounder, automated HR management firm Fizzmint) is a tech developer, entrepreneur, and social scientist who has an understanding of what it takes to be a successful woman in tech. This book, initially supported with Kickstarter funds, is written for women currently working in the field and those desiring such a career. Van Vlack evenhandedly addresses the practicalities of the profession, translating the male-centric culture, and suggesting aspects of the present environment that need to change. The book covers writing an effective resume, preparing for an interview, understanding the salary negotiation process, on-the-job communication, networking, mentorship, starting your own company, and navigating family and caregiving responsibilities. Providing context to these skills are chapters from individual female tech professionals who share their career path experiences. VERDICT The essential handbook for women in technology--engaging, practical, and inspirational, with ready-to-use advice, examples, and stories.--Jane Scott, Clark Lib., Univ. of Portland, OR
Copyright 2016 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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