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Deciding to Launch


There are many reasons to become a founder and no specific way to approach it. When you have a great idea, the first step is acknowledging the possibility of it growing into a business venture. Beginning with establishing your 'why,' articulating the value being added, and the problem being solved lets you know you're on the right track. 

Trusting your instincts and being open to feedback from people whose opinions you value helps. Researching the market, audience, and other industry insights will also be key to your decision to launch. Ultimately, considering these things and recognizing what's guiding you will give you all the answers you need to feel confident in starting your founder journey. 

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You can grow your technical and professional skills through our digital events, blogs, podcast, and on-demand YouTube channel. Join a WWCode community and become a volunteer for even more opportunities to gain leadership experience and build relationships with other women in tech. 
 
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Ilana Milkes: Founder, Maker & CEO, World Tech Makers


Ilana Milkes is a pioneer in the world of on-site coding bootcamps. The CEO and founder of World Tech Makers, she works to narrow the diversity gap in the industry and unlock human potential in Latin America with 12-week, beginner-focused coding bootcamps in Chile, Colombia and Brazil. While she is at the top of her field, she had to overcome a number of daunting challenges to get there, and today she is dedicated to helping others tackle the boundaries that prevent them from achieving their own career success.

In her own words, Ilana tells us about her experiences in the technology field, and her path to the founding of World Tech Makers.

"Before I helped cofound WTM, I was involved in private equity and consulting. In both fields I had up close and personal experiences with many technology companies. All of them were trendsetters in their respective industries, which was something I truly admired. It was then when I realized I was essentially limiting myself by not knowing how to create things. Not knowing how to program limited how much impact I could have on the world since I wasn't able to create anything new.”

“Around the same time in 2012, I was also lucky enough to meet the creators of Code Academy. They were the first in the world to build an online educational platform that allowed students to learn how to program. Watching their company expand so much in such a short time made me realize that traditional education is not fulfilling the needs of people today. It was then when I decided to embark on this journey, to learn how to code, and to create WTM."


Read more here.
 

 

Technical Highlight - Celebrating National World Wide Web Day 

 
On August 1st, we joined devs and web enthusiasts across the globe to celebrate one of our favorite tools and pastimes — the internet! Since 1989, the Web has connected our communities, creating opportunities for accessible resources and education to make the global mission of Women Who Code possible. 

This week, we’re highlighting sessions from our YouTube channel on web development and best practices so that you can continue to make the most of this incredible tool. 

WWCode Technical Videos on Web Development and Best Practices 
See more videos on web development.
 


WWCODE CONFERENCES 

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WWCode events have been virtual since March 2020. We want to know what the community thinks about virtual and in-person events. Your feedback matters - help shape the future of WWCode by completing our 3-minute survey.
 

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Upcoming WWCode Events

 

Digital educational events from our global Networks:
 

Empowering Yourself, Empowering Others - 場蛻變的旅程 | WWCode Taipei 
Throughout our lives, the journey of self-exploration and self-empowerment helps us become who we are today. The inner power and the professional skills we develop can empower others too. Explore “transformation” and leadership skills, to reflect and recognize our own experiences. Join us to transform your leadership impact and become a mentor for others.
Date/Time: Thursday, August 4, 2022 | 7:00 PM CST (Taipei) 

Let’s Do Lunch: Virtually | WWCode Atlanta 
Once a month, we'll gather for lunch to discuss tech, work, or anything and everything else! Show us around your kitchen or have your lunch delivered...whatever works for you! This month, join Director Beth Laing for some great lunchtime conversation. Share your journey into tech, ask for or offer advice, and everything in-between!
Date/Time: Thursday, August 4, 2022 | 12:00 PM EDT (Atlanta) 

Online Study Group - VueJS (Beginners)| WWCode Manila 
Are you new to Vue? Are you finding people who can be your study buddies for your Vue journey? Join us to share and exchange ideas as we learn. Study your own materials (read or follow some tutorials, etc) or work on coding problems independently or with others. Feel free to ask other members if you have any questions. Before we end, we will share what we have learned.
Date/Time: Friday, August 5, 2022 | 7:00 PM PHST (Manila) 

WWCode Data Science Members Meet and Greet | WWCode Data Science 
Meet and Greet is a great place to make new connections, enrich your data science network, and learn more about various ways to get involved in WWCode! This time we also have some exciting games and fun activities in store for you! Join us to meet amazing data science folks, get inspired, and have a lot of fun!
Date/Time: Saturday, August 6, 2022 | 10:00 PM EDT (Atanta) 

Python Study Group | WWCode Singapore 
This is a study group session where you can meet and discuss any Python-related issues, exploring the Python language.
Date/Time: Saturday, August, 6, 2022 | 2:30 PM SGT (Singapore) 

Hacking Hangout | WWCode Austin 
This is a monthly programming study group and networking meetup. You are welcome to work on anything you would like in our friendly and helpful environment. Coders of all abilities are welcome! Bring your projects and questions. If you are a beginner, we can help you get started. If you're an intermediate programmer looking for a challenge, we can help you find problems to work on.
Date/Time: Monday, August 8, 2022 | 6:30 PM CDT (Austin) 

Leadership Series - Seven Habits of Highly Successful IT Leaders | WWCode Hyderabad 
The WWCode Hyderabad chapter brings you the Leadership series on Seven Habits of highly successful IT leaders to learn about their success secrets and benefit from the experiences of these successful IT leaders!
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 9, 2022 | 5:30 PM IST (Hyderabad) 

August HackNight | WWCode Twin Cities
Our HackNight is our "Choose-Your-Own-Adventure" event. You can work on any coding project you'd like—whether that's learning to code, learning a new language or collaborating on a new application or website with other members; meet with others to work on your public speaking skills; work on an electronic and/or crafting project; and chat and network with other members. If you're unsure what to do, we have leaders and mentors who can help guide you!
Date/Time: Wednesday, August 20, 2022 | 6:30 PM CDT (Minneapolis)
 
 
 


 

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Opportunities for Members


Scholarships:
WWCODE + CO:RISE:  We are thrilled to share scholarships with Women Who Code members for upcoming co:rise courses/programs: Python Crash Course (starting August 15) and Applied Machine Learning (starting Sept 5).  Deadlines: Python Crash Course, Aug. 10 - Applied Machine Learning, Aug. 31 - Apply now

Formation is a virtual fellowship program for software engineers who seek impactful roles and career growth at the most prestigious tech companies in the industry. All WWCode applicants who are accepted into the fellowship program will receive $500 off of the upfront cost or a reduction of their Income Share Agreement (ISA). Apply here by Sept 30, 2022.

 

Partner Events:
Now - October 31st: Call for Code Global Challenge @ Remote

Scholarship Conference Passes Available:
October 3rd: GSAS @ Barcelona, Spain
October 13th - 14th: Euruko 2022 @ Helsinki, Finland  

 

          Apply for all tickets and scholarships here         

 

 

Pro-Tip of the Week

 

"Always begin within yourself for any problem."

 

 - Lakshmi Prasanna MS, WWCode Member

Bengaluru, India

 

 

Tech Jobs with WWCode Partners

 

Your next great job opportunity may be below:
 

Software Engineer, Android | Plex | Remote

Senior Software Engineer, Front End | Ad Hoc | Remote


Senior Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails) | Mindbody + ClassPass | Remote

 

           SEE ALL OPEN JOBS           

 


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