Laracon DB
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Rissa Jackson Rissa Jackson
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D&D Strategies for Software Excellence (2024)

Rissa Jackson discusses how playing Dungeons & Dragons can make you a better software developer by developing important skills like communication, problem-solving, leadership, and adaptability. She explains how being both a player and dungeon master provides opportunities to practice skills relevant to software development while encouraging developers to pursue diverse hobbies for personal growth.

Debugging Like a Pro (2021)

Marissa Jackson presents a comprehensive talk on command line tools and window management for developers, focusing on improving workflow efficiency. She demonstrates various tools including Hammerspoon for window management, Oh My Zsh for terminal customization, and Raycast for productivity. The presentation includes live demos of snippets, quick links, and clipboard management, with particular emphasis on making development workflows more efficient and enjoyable.

Window Magic, Command Line Wizardry (2024)

Marissa Jackson presents a comprehensive talk on command line tools and window management for developers, focusing on improving workflow efficiency. She demonstrates various tools including Hammerspoon for window management, Oh My Zsh for terminal customization, and Raycast for productivity. The presentation includes live demos of snippets, quick links, and clipboard management, with particular emphasis on making development workflows more efficient and enjoyable.

Tapping into the power of junior developers (2023)

Rissa Jackson presents a compelling case for hiring and supporting junior developers, drawing from her personal experience transitioning into tech. She discusses how junior developers bring diversity, fresh perspectives, and passion to companies while identifying important gaps in processes and documentation. The talk emphasizes the importance of mentorship, psychological safety, and creating supportive environments for junior developers to succeed.