18min chapter

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Xyla Foxlin, Engineer and YouTube Creator

Behind The Tech with Kevin Scott

CHAPTER

From Childhood Curiosity to Engineering Passion

The chapter explores how childhood experiences sparked the guest's interest in engineering, blending art and engineering in the Maker movement. They recount pivotal moments from tinkering as an only child to being inspired by a fifth grade teacher introducing them to engineering challenges. Discussions also touch on societal pressures for girls in STEM, the importance of supportive environments for young individuals, and the transformative power of theater tech in shaping engineering interests.

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