Anna Leushchenko
The power of the community
#1about 3 minutes
Visualizing a career path to understand growth inflection points
A storytelling exercise reveals how a career can shift from steady progress to accelerated growth through external influences.
#2about 4 minutes
How a technology switch led to a community shift
Switching from Xamarin to Flutter was not just a tool change but an entry into a uniquely supportive and inclusive developer community.
#3about 4 minutes
Finding relatable role models in a niche community
Joining a smaller community for women and non-binary developers provided relatable role models, which sparked a crucial mindset shift.
#4about 3 minutes
How your environment shapes your personal and professional growth
Your results are often the average of your environment, so immersing yourself in a community with desired outcomes accelerates your own success.
#5about 2 minutes
The unique benefits of medium-sized communities
Medium-sized communities are ideal for building strong relationships, getting practical feedback, and discovering shared opportunities.
#6about 1 minute
The role of women-in-tech communities for building confidence
Communities for women in tech act as a training ground to build confidence and find your voice before engaging with the broader, mixed-gender tech world.
#7about 3 minutes
Recommended communities and programs for women in tech
An overview of valuable global communities like Women Techmakers, Women in Tech, and Flutteristas that offer resources, events, and mentorship.
#8about 10 minutes
Q&A on mentorship, role models, and open source contributions
Discussion on who can be a mentor, when to start mentoring, and practical ways for beginners to contribute to open source projects.
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