PyCon Nigeria Annual Conference

Empowering Python Communities: The Impact of Volunteering on Career Growth

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Temiloluwa Afape

Temiloluwa is a passionate tech leader and community builder. She envisions a future where everyone has the power to create positive change through technology. Driven by this vision, she has dedicated her career to training, mentoring, and building communities that equip children, women, and young adults with the digital skills they need to thrive. Fueled to create a lasting impact, Temiloluwa founded Rubies Technologies. This social enterprise empowers Africans, especially kids and teenagers, with the skills to develop innovative ideas and build sustainable solutions. Rubies Technologies has impacted close to 4000 Africans within and outside Africa. She currently leads over 30 individuals as a team lead and community/project manager for Rubies Technologies and Rubies Tech Foundation, advocating for the UN's Sustainable Development Goals 4, 5, 8, and 9. Temiloluwa's commitment to empowering others shines through her leadership and dedication to building a brighter future for all.

Description

Active community involvement fosters innovation and growth in the ever-evolving tech landscape. This talk will delve into the significance of community building within the Python ecosystem and the profound impact of volunteering on career advancement. Leveraging my five years of experience as the leader of the GDG Ogbomoso community and as a volunteer for Python Nigeria and other tech communities

Abstract

Active community involvement fosters innovation and growth in the ever-evolving tech landscape. This talk will delve into the significance of community building within the Python ecosystem and the profound impact of volunteering on career advancement. Leveraging my five years of experience as the leader of the GDG Ogbomoso community and as a volunteer for Python Nigeria and other tech communities, I will share practical insights on nurturing a thriving community and its benefits to individual developers. Participants will learn how volunteering can enhance their technical and soft skills, broaden their professional networks, and open doors to new career opportunities. Drawing on my experiences, I will illustrate how strategic community engagement and volunteering can lead to personal growth, professional development, and increased visibility in the tech industry.

Key takeaways for attendees include: Strategies for building and sustaining a vibrant Python community. Real-life examples of how volunteering can lead to career advancement. Practical tips on balancing volunteer commitments with professional goals. Insights on leveraging community involvement to gain new skills and opportunities.

Audience level: Not Applicable