Career Transition into Technology

Chad Dickerson shares his transition from journalism to technology, emphasizing the unconventional path he took after graduating with an English literature degree. Initially working in a clerical role at a newspaper, he capitalized on the opportunity to learn about web development while working in the newsroom during the early internet era. His proactive approach and eagerness to learn led him to self-teach SQL and back-end programming, eventually positioning him for a career shift into technology. This early experience in a rapidly evolving field set the foundation for his future roles in tech leadership.