Coffee With Developers • Apr 25, 2024

Coffee with Developers - Demi Oshin from musician to computer science student to CODE100

Demi Oshin

Former musician Demi Oshin overcame imposter syndrome to conquer CODE100 and land a Google internship. Discover why she believes creativity beats strict math in software development.

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Transitioning from a music background to computer science

Approaching technology through creative problem solving offers a compelling alternative to traditional mathematical study paths.

#2 about 2 min

Overcoming perfectionism to participate in professional coding events

Abandoning the need to be the most technical person allows developers to embrace new competitive opportunities.

#3 about 2 min

Navigating pair programming and competitive technical challenges

Collaborating on timed algorithms with unfamiliar partners requires assessing varying capabilities and selecting appropriate programming languages.

#4 about 2 min

Evaluating software engineering career paths through corporate internships

Experiencing enterprise development practices at a massive scale helps clarify long-term personal career preferences.

#5 about 3 min

Building personal confidence and inspiring others in tech communities

Competing in public events validates technical skills and encourages participation from non-traditional industry backgrounds.

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Gaining teamwork and communication skills at a coding bootcamp

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Software engineering journey and local Manchester roots

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