CoRecursive: Coding Stories Story - Code as a Lifeline: Brain Injury Sparks Python Mastery
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Jan 2, 2024 Jason McDonald shares his journey of resilience after a traumatic brain injury, rediscovering his passion for coding. The podcast explores challenges faced by brain injury survivors, reframing disabilities, job hunting challenges, and finding balance to overcome burnout.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Rebuilding After a Traumatic Brain Injury
01:38 • 12min
Discovering Coding After a Head Injury
13:53 • 11min
Reframing Disabilities: Recognizing the Superpowers of Different Brain Wiring
25:20 • 3min
Job Hunting Challenges and Rejection Despite Passing Technical Interview
27:56 • 2min
The Experience of Othering and its Impact on Jason
29:29 • 3min
Finding Balance and Overcoming Burnout
32:13 • 8min
Personal Growth and Change After a Traumatic Brain Injury
40:11 • 4min