Tech Girl Starter Pack
Empowering Women in Tech: Building Your First Steps in the Digital Space
The Women in Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group presents “Tech Girl Starter Pack: Navigating Your First Steps in Tech”, a virtual webinar designed to empower and guide female students as they begin their journey in technology and engineering.
This session will provide practical insights on how to intentionally build a strong presence in the tech space, develop visibility, and position oneself for opportunities in a competitive industry.
The webinar will feature experienced speakers from different areas of tech who will share knowledge on LinkedIn optimization for career growth, the importance of building in public and showcasing projects, as well as real-life journeys into web development and tech careers. A special academic perspective will also be shared on how women can strategically position themselves for success in the tech ecosystem.
Participants will gain clarity on how to start, grow, and confidently navigate their path in tech, while also learning how to build a personal brand and leverage available opportunities effectively.
This event is open to students and young professionals interested in technology, engineering, and digital careers, with a special focus on encouraging and supporting women in tech.
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Mary-Queen of ProLaunch Careers
Leveraging LinkedIn for Career Growth in Tech
The first speaker will focus on how students and young professionals can effectively position themselves on LinkedIn to attract opportunities in the tech space.
She will cover how to optimize a LinkedIn profile, build a strong professional brand, and strategically connect with recruiters and industry professionals. The session will also highlight common mistakes to avoid and practical steps for standing out in a competitive digital space.
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Tarak of Oz University
Building in Public & Creating a Strong Tech Portfolio
The second speaker will focus on the importance of building in public as a strategy for growth in the tech space. The session will explore how students and early-career professionals can document their learning journey, showcase projects, and create a strong personal portfolio that attracts opportunities.
He will also share practical tips on consistency, visibility, and leveraging online platforms to build credibility in the tech ecosystem.
Nmesoma of Federal University of Technology, Owerri.
My Journey Into Software Development: From Beginner to Builder
The third speaker will share her personal journey into tech and how she transitioned into web development. She will discuss how she started, the learning process, challenges faced, and how she is currently growing in the field as a student developer. The session will provide practical insights and encouragement for beginners, especially students who are just starting their tech journey.
Agenda
- Opening & Welcome Remarks
- Introduction of the webinar and objectives
- Welcome address by the Chair
- Introduction of Speakers
- Brief introduction of all speakers and their areas of expertise
- Session 1: LinkedIn for Career Growth
- How to optimize your LinkedIn profile
- Positioning yourself for opportunities in tech
- Session 2: Building in Public & Portfolio Development
- Importance of documenting your journey
- How to showcase projects and build visibility
- Session 3: Tech Journey Sharing (Web Development Pathway)
- Real-life experience of transitioning into tech
- Challenges, growth, and lessons learned
- Session 4: Academic Perspective – Positioning in Tech as a Woman
- Importance of strategic positioning in the tech space
- Building credibility and long-term growth
- Q&A Session
- Interactive session with speakers
- Closing Remarks
- Key takeaways
- Appreciation and closing
Women in Engineering (WIE), IEEE FUTO Student Branch
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