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What Makes Red Hat Special? The people and the culture. 💡 My journey with Red Hat began in 2016 in India, and it’s been a roller-coaster ride ever since. I vividly remember my first day, meeting an incredible team, and experiencing an onboarding process that truly set the stage for success. At Red Hat , I discovered the real power of collaboration, the essence of open source, and the drive to continuously innovate. These values have not only shaped my professional growth but also redefined how I contribute to the tech industry. Fast forward to today: I’m honored to be a part of Red Hat Germany's Consulting Services team, where I help our customers in their automation journey. It’s been an incredible 8 years—officially and unofficially—with Red Hat, and I couldn't be more grateful for the opportunities, growth, and inspiration I've found here. A heartfelt thank you to the management team and my mentors for their unwavering support throughout my journey. Excited for what the future holds as we continue to make an impact in the world of open source and automation! 🚀 #RedHat #OpenSource #Innovation #Collaboration #Automation #TechJourney #CareerGrowth #RedHatGermany #nostalgia

Time for another DevRel rant: DevRel folks should speak less. There was a time when constantly traveling and speaking at events was basically the job. This isn't sustainable or healthy, and I don't mean in terms of you, Mr/Ms/Mx DevRel person. Its not healthy or sustainable for your company or the tech communities you're involved in. We're already seeing layoffs in the industry as a correction for this. We're seeing backlash from community events as more of the content schedule is filled with DevRel folks. And I know of several events that have unpublished rules around *not* accepting DevRel talks. To be quite honest, a lot of the backlash and layoffs are deserved. One thing every DevRel person should consider is: Am I the right person to tell this story or educate people about this topic? I think a lot of us default to answering "yes", but often we aren't. We just happen to be available, good at speaking, and willing to travel. I'd wager that most times, the right person to tell the story isn't going to be a DevRel, but an engineer at your company, a customer, or a community member. DevRel becomes much more sustainable when you can figure out how to enable those people to get on stage. Tech communities are healthier when you can find ways to help those voices be heard, rather than your own. Ultimately, DevRel's future success is in enabling others, not just for doing tech things, but also for education.

🤔Thx for provoking me brother❤️😂😂😂😂 Developer Relations is so much more than just traveling and speaking at conferences. I’ve always defined it as inspiring, motivating and educating and I standby this 100%. I believe DevRel individuals must cycle in and out of the role in order to be effective. How can DevRel individuals be credible if you’re not Developing, DevOpsing, Opsing, Securing, Architecting, Networking etc at a similar level as the amazing practitioners we’re presenting to and engaging with? The majority of DevRel individuals I know, comfortably rely on their past experiences from former roles as the foundation of their credibility which is appropriate until it’s not. Like in any other industry role, DevRel is not immune to rapid change & evolutionary cadence inherent to our industry & a complacent individual will eventually erode their relevance & credibility and no longer be able to inspire, motivate & educate. Cycle through a 3 month rotation with practioners get intimate with real-world obstacles & DEVELOP thoughts, share observations, experiences & solutions… Bring value instead of the same old tired irrelevant shit & the community will not backlash or possibly lay us off 🤦🏻😂😂🤷🏻😂😂

Current initiative for my team: "How can we enable anyone who talks to one of our user devs to talk to them as well as DevRel can talk to them?" Enabling all the teams to Tinker, Teach, and Talk about Tech (3.5 Ts of devrel is a current joke of mine) is a way to help all the teams in a company succeed with the developer persona. We shouldn't be the stars. In fact, the company shouldn't be. We should help our devs (or users) be the stars and heroes...

It's disheartening to witness companies like Google, Tesla, and Atlassian making tough decisions that impact their employees. These companies were once dream destinations for many, with their attractive perks and prestigious reputations. But recent events, such as Google laying off its Python team, Tesla conducting large-scale layoffs, and Atlassian rescinding PPOs, raise questions about the notion of a "dream company." It's a reminder that corporate priorities can shift, sometimes prioritizing profits over the well-being of their employees. As a result, the idea of a dream company may need to be reevaluated in light of these developments. What are your opinion on these events?

Have you ever dreamed of working at top tech companies like Google and Atlassian, imagining the incredible perks and prestige? 🌟 Let's uncover recent events in a clear and accessible way: #Google: - Entire Python team layoffs to reduce costs. #Tesla: - Recently conducted significant layoffs, impacting many employees. #Atlassian: - Revoked PPOs of students while still hiring other software engineers. Fond memories of idolizing companies like Google and Atlassian, inspired by their renowned culture and grandeur. With these companies prioritizing profits over their workforce, the concept of a "dream company" is challenged. 🎉 Despite these shifts, exciting opportunities and innovative cultures continue to emerge, reshaping the idea of an ideal workplace. Always stay open to new dreams and possibilities!  

👋 Say Hello to Our New 10xTA Members 💜 🙋♂️ Dhairya Kothari 👉 Senior Recruiter - Atlassian Ex - BrowserStack 🚀 ____________ 🙋♂️ Naveen Ghiya 👉 Senior Associate TA - Chegg Inc. Ex - BrickRed Systems 🚀 🎉 Let's cheer and welcome our new Rockstars here at 10xTA! 🎉 🖇 Excited to be part of the circle? Check it out 👉 Find the link in the comments #10xTA #TA #recruiter #members #globalcommunity #growth

Due to recent layoffs and inherent stack ranking practised in tech companies a culture of fear, distrust and insecurity has seeped in as an unwanted side effect. Here is a document to idenitfy, formalize and attempt a solution to this unwanted side effect. Do let me know your thoughts and possibility of improvement as most of us running companies are facing the same issue. #techlayoff #teamculture

Behind every line of code lies a story of innovation, but sometimes, even the brightest projects face the shadow of layoffs. From shifting market demands to company restructurings, discover the dynamic landscape of software engineering where resilience meets reinvention. 💻✨ #TechTales #AdaptOrAdvance

💡 The Real Cost of Layoffs: What We Must Consider 💡 In 2024, over 100,000 tech roles have been cut, hitting even industry giants like Microsoft Dell Technologies, and Intuit. While layoffs might seem like a quick fix for business stability, the long-term effects on engagement and morale can be devastating. (Tell us about it! 🤯) Our community sadly understands the human cost behind these numbers. Research shows rebuilding trust and morale can take up to 2 years... and we think longer with the state of the world. We must approach these decisions with empathy and transparency. Let’s support each other through these transitions. Read more over at the Harvard Business School report. https://lnkd.in/eetfHYQJ #layoffs #communitysupport #redundants #empathyatwork