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Clueless — EE Conf Keynote

Clueless — EE Conf Keynote

Tracy Osborn

October 25, 2018
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  1. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring 
 Tracy Osborn @limedaring - @[email protected] Clueless
  2. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Hi, I’m Tracy! @limedaring (daring, not darling)
  3. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring A bit about my background:
  4. PYCON CANADA T R AC Y O S B O

    R N @limedaring “This site consists of Terry Brooks, the best author I have seen in a long time, sort of pathetic java games, fanfiction and short stories, and works of art. Not to mention a Message Board, and a Chat Room for all of you to enjoy.”
  5. PYCON CANADA T R AC Y O S B O

    R N @limedaring “This site consists of Terry Brooks, the best author I have seen in a long time, sort of pathetic java games, fanfiction and short stories, and works of art. Not to mention a Message Board, and a Chat Room for all of you to enjoy.”
  6. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring CSC 101 Fundamentals of Computer Science
  7. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring CSC 101 Fundamentals of Computer Science #talkpay
  8. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring CSC 103 Fundamentals of Computer Science III
  9. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring CSC 103 Fundamentals of Computer Science III #talkpay
  10. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring CSC 103 Fundamentals of Computer Science III #talkpay
  11. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring CSC 103 Fundamentals of Computer Science III #talkpay
  12. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring At the time I thought I wasted my time in university, but having a background in both computer science and design has been a huge benefit in my current career.
  13. PYCON AU T RAC Y O S B OR N

    @limedaring Lessons learned: I had a direct experience with how difficult it is to work with code and the how teaching styles can make a huge difference.
  14. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Speaking of that 
 first job…
  15. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring (Let’s talk about 
 the scariest moment in my career.)
  16. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring
  17. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring 55% 
 raise
  18. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring
  19. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring
  20. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring
  21. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring There was no reason to pay me more until I asked for it.
  22. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring This moment taught me the importance of — Knowing what you are worth.
  23. DJA NGO CON US T RAC Y O S B

    OR N @limedaring This moment taught me the importance of — Knowing what you are worth. — How to ask for it.
  24. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring So I decided to 
 work for myself
  25. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring And back to my story… #talkpay
  26. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring And back to my story… #talkpay
  27. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring And back to my story… #talkpay
  28. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring And back to my story… #talkpay
  29. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned:
  30. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned: Inefficient web apps are OKAY when you’re learning and getting off the ground (as long as there are no security problems.)
  31. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned: Inefficient web apps are OKAY when you’re learning and getting off the ground (as long as there are no security problems.) Learn by doing! I learned so much faster by having a real project to work on.
  32. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned: Inefficient web apps are OKAY when you’re learning and getting off the ground (as long as there are no security problems.) Learn by doing! I learned so much faster by having a real project to work on. Startups are stressful but if you like having to constantly be learning and doing something different most days, then it’s a fun job.
  33. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Burned out? 
 Let’s write a book!
  34. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring I taught myself how to build a web app using a few online tutorials, but (after I learned) 
 I didn’t like the way it was taught.
  35. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring There weren’t any tutorials that had:
  36. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring There weren’t any tutorials that had: • A customizable tutorial.
  37. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring There weren’t any tutorials that had: • A customizable tutorial. • That was more project-based than theory-based.
  38. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring There weren’t any tutorials that had: • A customizable tutorial. • That was more project-based than theory-based. • That didn’t assume a background in programming.
  39. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring There weren’t any tutorials that had: • A customizable tutorial. • That was more project-based than theory-based. • That didn’t assume a background in programming. • That was small.
  40. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring There weren’t any tutorials that had: • A customizable tutorial. • That was more project-based than theory-based. • That didn’t assume a background in programming. • That was small. • That was good-looking.
  41. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring (Was getting tired and burnt out. What to do? Write a book!
 So the university experience combined with teaching myself how to code caused several “a ha” moments in my head. 

  42. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring (Was getting tired and burnt out. What to do? Write a book!
 So the university experience combined with teaching myself how to code caused several “a ha” moments in my head. 

  43. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring (Was getting tired and burnt out. What to do? Write a book!
 So the university experience combined with teaching myself how to code caused several “a ha” moments in my head. 

  44. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring (Was getting tired and burnt out. What to do? Write a book!
 So the university experience combined with teaching myself how to code caused several “a ha” moments in my head. 

  45. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Why not get 100% of the royalties? (For a LOT more effort.)
  46. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Turning to Kickstarter
  47. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Threw myself into this without really knowing what I was doing. Building a startup definitely helped here.
  48. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned:
  49. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned: You got to keep marketing in mind when you build a product. Yes, it sucks. I’d rather build a product than market it.
  50. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned: You got to keep marketing in mind when you build a product. Yes, it sucks. I’d rather build a product than market it. Friends are awesome.
  51. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Oh no, now I need to make a book.
  52. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Projects always take way longer than you think.
  53. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned:
  54. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned: Keep it simple.
  55. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned: Keep it simple. Build in a bigger buffer when building something people are waiting for. Better to be early than late.
  56. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring The book production process
  57. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring https://skl.sh/2MMa6EZ
  58. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned:
  59. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Lessons learned: This is where my art background 
 combined perfectly with my techy side.
  60. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring So I wrote more books…
  61. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring (Kickstarter)
  62. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Worst part of making a physical book: fulfillment
  63. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring WHY IS SHIPPING HARD.
  64. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Isn’t there a better way?
  65. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Isn’t there a better way? Spoiler: There was. With programming.
  66. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Are the paperback books worth it?
  67. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring In a nutshell…
  68. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring I’m proud of my journey since these experiences led directly to my current career.
  69. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring I’m proud of my journey since these experiences led directly to my current career. Building a product to help others is 
 immensely fulfilling.
  70. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring I’m proud of my journey since these experiences led directly to my current career. Building a product to help others is 
 immensely fulfilling. I’m not a millionaire, but my life is pretty cool.
  71. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring I’m proud of my journey since these experiences led directly to my current career. Building a product to help others is 
 immensely fulfilling. I’m not a millionaire, but my life is pretty cool. Maybe you want to build a product or startup? 
 Let’s talk!
  72. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Follow/DM me: @limedaring Email me: [email protected]
  73. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Thank you!
  74. EE CON F T RAC Y O S B OR

    N @limedaring Psst… Hello Web Books: hellowebbooks.com Speaker feedback: eeconf.com/speaker-feedback