The State of Developer Education Bot Games: Gamifying the Learning Experience with Micah Smith from Automation Anywhere
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Jan 4, 2024 Micah Smith, an influential thought leader with over 15 years of experience in the automation space, discusses the power of gamifying automation learning through bot games. They also talk about leveraging generative AI to maintain educational materials, the future of engineering in the AI era, and the influence of respected content creator Chris McCaskill.
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Micah's Career Origin Story
- Micah Smith started as a technical instructor with no prior presentation experience and quickly learned to deliver complex 40-hour courses alone. - He progressed through roles including government contracting for the FBI and leading automation at TIAA before joining Automation Anywhere in DevRel without prior experience.
From Educator to FBI Implementer
- Transitioning from educator to implementer at the FBI revealed the complexity of integrating software with real workflows and infrastructure. - Micah had to manage document classification, system support, and custom software solutions in a chaotic environment.
DevRel Success Tips
- To succeed in DevRel, build authentic connections with actual users rather than influencers. - Use entertaining, transparent content showcasing real workflows, including successes and failures, to engage learners.