webinar Archives - #LatinaGeeks™

Mastering the Technical Interview: Insights from #LatinaGeeks x Intuit Workshop

Lala Castro — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 23:45:13 +0000

#LatinaGeeks recently collaborated with Intuit for an enlightening workshop on mastering the technical interview process to empower software engineers to excel in their job search journey. Hosted by our very own San Diego Chapter, the workshop provided invaluable insights and strategies shared by experts from Intuit’s team. Damion Wright, Intuit’s Global DEI and talent programs leader, set the stage with an introduction emphasizing Intuit’s commitment to equity and values. The workshop touched deep into key components of technical interviews, highlighting the significance of technical proficiency and effective communication. Vanessa Otter, Senior Technical Recruiter at Intuit, stressed the importance of human connection during interviews. She emphasized the value of confidence, enthusiasm, and preparation, emphasizing the need to showcase not only technical skills but also collaboration and problem-solving abilities. Vanessa urged candidates to research the company thoroughly, aligning their values with those of the organization, and demonstrating passion for the role. Angelica Garcia-Gutierrez, a data engineer at Intuit, provided a systematic approach to decoding technical challenges. Her five-step process emphasized understanding the problem, planning the solution approach, selecting appropriate tools, testing the solution, and presenting it effectively. Real-world examples enriched her breakdown, offering practical insights for interview preparation. Giselle Valenzuela, Software Engineering Manager at Intuit, offered perspectives from a hiring manager’s viewpoint. She highlighted the importance of asking insightful questions, clear communication, and showcasing skills that translate to effective work performance. Giselle encouraged candidates to engage in mock interviews, seek mentorship, and stay disciplined in their preparation efforts. The workshop also covered the significance of balancing soft skills with technical expertise. Vanessa highlighted the need for balance, encouraging candidates to remain calm, transparent, and concise in their responses. She emphasized mindfulness, brevity, and curiosity as essential traits during interviews. Our facilitators provided valuable insights into the interview process, including preparation tips, common questions, and effective communication practices. As participants reflect on the workshop learnings, they are poised to navigate the technical interview process with confidence and competence, paving the way for rewarding career opportunities ahead.

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#LatinaGeeks and Microsoft Present: See Yourself in Cyber

Sam Huerta — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:20:45 +0000

#LatinaGeeks partnered with Microsoft on November 28th for the “See Yourself in Cyber” webinar, featuring a powerful Latina’s career journey into Cybersecurity and important tips and lessons she has learned along the way.

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Digital Marketing Essentials

Suzy Reyes — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:34:11 +0000

#LatinaGeeks partnered with UC San Diego Extended Studies on October 13th for a discussion on Digital Marketing Essentials. Jennifer Neely from UC San Diego Extended Studies joined us for a discussion to equip yourself with the basic fundamentals of digital marketing for #LatinaGeeks’ businesses, or companies that they work for. So many insights were shared by Jennifer to our #LatinaGeeks community, you can check out the replay above. Some inspiring key takeaways from the session: Reviewing Digital Marketing terms to understand online marketing efforts on a deeper level. When preparing a digital marketing plan, figure out to Call to Actions first. Make them clear and think about what you want people online to do. Jennifer laid out the 5 Steps for setting your Digital Marketing Strategy: #1 – Set a Measurable Goal #2 – Know Your Audience #3 – Know Your Brand #4 – Watch your Competition #5 – Get ready to Measure We want to thank the UC San Diego Extended Studies team for providing such valuable insight and tips on digital marketing for our #LatinaGeeks community. Special thank you for also generously providing a 15% discount to #LatinaGeeks attendees for a Winter/Spring UCSD Extended Studies course. For attendees who joined us live and filled out our survey, we chose 1 lucky winner for a free UC San Diego Extended Studies course! Look out for our future workshops for an opportunity to win incredible giveaways from sponsors when possible. Link to UC San Diego digital marketing courses: https://extendedstudies.ucsd.edu/digitalmarketing Volunteer with us: Contact denyse@latinageeks.org for details

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#LatinaGeeks Learn: Cloud Computing with City National Bank

Sam Huerta — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:27:49 +0000

#LatinaGeeks partnered with CNB on Wednesday, February 24th for a #LatinaGeeks Learn: Cloud Computing workshop, focusing on the basics of cloud computing.

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Power Your Job Search With Google Tools Webinar

Denyse Cardozo — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 04:17:31 +0000

Job-seekers are facing a big strain during COVID-19 while job searching. Currently, total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 638,000 in October 2020, and the unemployment rate declined to 6.9 percent.

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Latinas Learn Cloud Computing Webinar

Denyse Cardozo — Sat, 10 Oct 2020 01:44:31 +0000

Cloud Computing is an imperative skill to learn in today’s tech industry. In fact, 90% of companies are on the cloud. Experts say 60% of workloads are running on a hosted cloud service in 2019.

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Latinas Learn Microsoft Teams for Teachers

Lala Castro — Fri, 01 May 2020 01:24:30 +0000

Build collaborative classrooms, connect in professional learning communities, and connect with colleagues – all from a single experience.

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