Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Jerome Hardaway + Vets Who Code
Jul 8, 2020
Jerome Hardaway, the Executive Director of Vets Who Code, shares his inspiring journey from military service to tech advocate. He discusses the transformative power of coding education for veterans and highlights the importance of community support in that transition. Topics include bridging military skills to tech roles and fostering diversity in the industry. Jerome also emphasizes allyship and the need for systemic change to amplify Black voices in technology, making for a thought-provoking and motivational conversation.
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Captain America of Tech
- Jerome Hardaway's nickname, "Captain America of Tech," originated from Kyle Shevlin and was reinforced by Twilio employees.
- Hardaway embraces the nickname due to his admiration for the character and its fitting symbolism.
Introduction to Programming
- Explore programming by picking up a book or researching online resources. Focus on applying critical thinking skills to programming, especially if entrepreneurial.
Vets Who Code Origin
- Jerome's coding journey began when he fixed a nonprofit's website, leading to a fundraising success that sparked his coding passion.
- He then taught veterans remotely, joined General Assembly, and eventually founded Vets Who Code.
