Kayla Daniels presents her 'Code Manifesto', a framework for creating a more inclusive and respectful developer community. She discusses her experiences as a female developer, shares lessons learned from writing an article about equality in tech, and proposes six core principles including non-discrimination, respecting boundaries, helping others, and handling mistakes constructively.

Kayla Daniels delivers a powerful talk about diversity, equality and inclusion in the tech industry, focusing on the challenges faced by women and minorities. She discusses the 'pipeline problem' of getting diverse candidates into tech, and the 'culture problem' of retaining them. She introduces the Code Manifesto, a set of values aimed at creating a more inclusive tech community, while addressing common issues like imposter syndrome and unconscious bias. The talk emphasizes the importance of treating everyone with respect and making the tech industry more welcoming for all.

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.