Journey from Self-Taught Engineer to First Job at TravelPass Group

Kimberly shares her personal journey in the technology industry, starting as a self-taught engineer with no formal background in software development. She highlights how character traits like grit and passion play a vital role in this field. Besides personal attributes, Kimberly points out the significant impact that resources like Pragmatic Studio and Grox.io, online learning platforms like YouTube and digital books, and industry mentors such as Bruce Tate and John Cotton had on her professional growth. She details her experience at TravelPass Group, a company that took a chance on her and provided a culture conducive to her development. The session includes discussions on networking, the hiring process, and her key lessons from shifting into tech, positioning perseverance and continuous learning as key takeaways.