Solid State: From Small Teams to Microsoft - A Developer's Journey

Explore the journey of Ashley Willis in the tech industry as she shares her experiences transitioning from a small team to Microsoft in this 53-minute CNCF conference talk. Gain insights into the initial reactions, culture shock, and professional development opportunities encountered along the way. Learn about community engagement strategies, different perspectives gained, and the importance of community contributions. Discover valuable resources, low-hanging fruit opportunities, and the significance of community conferences. Delve into topics such as verification processes and managing egos in the tech world, with additional insights from Lindsey.

Intro
Solid State History
Ashley Willis
Initial reaction
Culture shock
Life experience
Professional development
Community engagement
Different perspectives
From a small team to Microsoft
Community contributions
Resources
LowHanging Fruit
Community Conferences
Verification
Egos
Lindsey