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100 1 _aTedrick, Susanne.
245 1 0 _aWomen of color in tech :
_ba blueprint for inspiring and mentoring the next generation of technology innovators /
_cSusanne Tedrick.
260 _aIndianapolis :
_bWiley,
_c2020.
300 _a1 online resource (290 pages)
336 _atext
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505 0 _aCover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- About the Author -- Acknowledgments -- Contents at a Glance -- Contents -- Foreword -- Introduction -- Chapter 1: The Current State of Women of Color in Tech -- The Realities -- What's Going On? -- Early Childhood -- Primary, Middle, and High School -- College -- The Workplace -- Why You Should Be Here -- My Journey to Tech -- It's (Slowly) Getting Better -- Support -- Number of Job Opportunities -- Pay -- It's Fun -- Opportunities to Help Others -- We Need You! -- Tech Career Misconceptions -- Tech Careers Require Constant, Hands-On Programming
505 8 _aAll Tech Careers Require a Four-Year Degree -- All Tech Careers Require Studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Another Specific Field -- All Tech Careers Pay a Ton of Money -- Tech Careers Exist Only at Top Tech Companies -- Tech Careers Are Only for People with Certain Backgrounds, Grades, Etc. -- Creating a Blueprint -- Summary -- Chapter 2: The Different Flavors of Tech Careers -- Business Analysis -- What They Do -- Top Skills Needed -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Consulting -- What They Do -- Top Skills Needed -- Educational Requirements
505 8 _aFor Additional Information -- Computer Networking -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Data Science -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Information Security -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Product Management -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Project Management -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information
505 8 _aSoftware Development and Engineering -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Technical Sales -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Technical Support -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- User Experience Design -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Web Design -- What They Do -- Top Skills -- Educational Requirements -- For Additional Information -- Where Do You Fit In?
505 8 _aWhat Are Your Strengths and Your Weaknesses? -- What Do You Value? -- What Are Your Interests? -- Summary -- Chapter 3: Industry and Other Options -- Advertising and Marketing -- Civics and Public Interest -- Construction and Manufacturing -- Education -- Finance -- Healthcare -- The US Government -- On Your Own: Entrepreneurism -- What It Takes to Be an Entrepreneur -- Getting Started -- Research Your Market -- Write a (Solid) Business Plan -- Estimate Initial Costs -- Determine Sources of Initial Funding -- Keep Going or Stop? -- Summary -- Chapter 4: Emerging Technologies
500 _aWhat Is an Emerging Technology?
500 _aIncludes index.
520 _aBreak through barriers to achieve a rewarding future in tech Nonfiction Book Awards Silver Winner Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators will help you overcome the obstacles that often prevent women of color from pursuing and staying in tech careers. Contrary to popular belief, tech careers are diverse and fun'and they go far beyond just coding. This book will show you that today's tech careers are incredibly dynamic, and you'll learn how your soft skills'communication, public speaking, networking'can help you succeed in tech. This book will guide you through the process of cultivating strong relationships and building a network that will get you were you want to be. You'll learn to identify a strong, knowledgeable support network that you can rely on for guidance or mentorship. This step is crucial in getting young women of color into tech careers and keeping them there.-Build your professional network to get the guidance you need -Find a mentor who understands your goals and your struggles -Overcome negativity and stay motivated through difficult times -Identify and develop the soft skills that you need to get ahead in tech Read this book to help bring to life your vision of a future in tech. With practical advice and inspiring stories, you'll develop the right tools and the right mindset. Whether you're just considering going into tech or you want to take your current career to the next level, Women of Color in Tech'will show you how to uncover the resources you need to succeed.
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