My Tech Journey
This is a submission for the WeCoded Challenge: Echoes of Experience This is a submission for the WeCoded Challenge: Echoes of Experience Breaking Barriers: My Journey in Tech Stepping into the tech industry as an underrepresented individual can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. My journey began with curiosity and a deep love for problem-solving, but as I ventured further, I encountered hurdles that tested my determination. Facing Challenges Head-On One of the biggest challenges I faced was self-doubt. Coming from a non-traditional background, I often felt like I had to work twice as hard to prove myself. Imposter syndrome crept in, making me question whether I truly belonged. However, I soon realized that passion and perseverance are just as valuable as formal credentials. Through consistent learning, participating in coding communities, and seeking mentorship, I slowly built confidence in my skills. Moments of Triumph A turning point in my journey was when I successfully completed my first major project—a web application that aimed to provide accessible resources for mental health support. Seeing my work make a tangible difference in people’s lives reminded me why I started in tech in the first place. Another proud moment was when I contributed to open-source projects, collaborating with developers from around the world and learning from their experiences. Lessons Learned and Insights Gained Community is Everything – Finding a supportive network helped me navigate challenges and grow both technically and personally. Failure is a Stepping Stone – Every mistake taught me something valuable. Instead of fearing failure, I learned to embrace it as part of the process. Representation Matters – Seeing others like me in the industry gave me the courage to keep going. Now, I strive to be that inspiration for someone else. Encouraging Diversity in Tech To my fellow underrepresented individuals: Your voice, perspective, and talent are needed in this industry. Keep pushing forward, seek out mentors, and lift others as you climb. To allies: Advocate for inclusivity, create opportunities for diverse voices, and foster environments where everyone feels valued. Small actions can lead to big changes. The journey is not always easy, but it is worth it. Let’s continue building a tech industry where everyone has the chance to thrive. What’s your story? I’d love to hear about your experiences and how we can support each other in this ever-evolving field. Thanks for reading and being part of this journey! Barkha
This is a submission for the WeCoded Challenge: Echoes of Experience
This is a submission for the WeCoded Challenge: Echoes of Experience
Breaking Barriers: My Journey in Tech
Stepping into the tech industry as an underrepresented individual can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. My journey began with curiosity and a deep love for problem-solving, but as I ventured further, I encountered hurdles that tested my determination.
Facing Challenges Head-On
One of the biggest challenges I faced was self-doubt. Coming from a non-traditional background, I often felt like I had to work twice as hard to prove myself. Imposter syndrome crept in, making me question whether I truly belonged. However, I soon realized that passion and perseverance are just as valuable as formal credentials. Through consistent learning, participating in coding communities, and seeking mentorship, I slowly built confidence in my skills.
Moments of Triumph
A turning point in my journey was when I successfully completed my first major project—a web application that aimed to provide accessible resources for mental health support. Seeing my work make a tangible difference in people’s lives reminded me why I started in tech in the first place. Another proud moment was when I contributed to open-source projects, collaborating with developers from around the world and learning from their experiences.
Lessons Learned and Insights Gained
- Community is Everything – Finding a supportive network helped me navigate challenges and grow both technically and personally.
- Failure is a Stepping Stone – Every mistake taught me something valuable. Instead of fearing failure, I learned to embrace it as part of the process.
- Representation Matters – Seeing others like me in the industry gave me the courage to keep going. Now, I strive to be that inspiration for someone else.
Encouraging Diversity in Tech
To my fellow underrepresented individuals: Your voice, perspective, and talent are needed in this industry. Keep pushing forward, seek out mentors, and lift others as you climb.
To allies: Advocate for inclusivity, create opportunities for diverse voices, and foster environments where everyone feels valued. Small actions can lead to big changes.
The journey is not always easy, but it is worth it. Let’s continue building a tech industry where everyone has the chance to thrive.
What’s your story? I’d love to hear about your experiences and how we can support each other in this ever-evolving field.
Thanks for reading and being part of this journey!
Barkha
