Guillermo Rauch — Upbringings, Education, Career, NextJS, Vercel, V0, Advises and More
• youtube.com/watch?v=aKNUJxioIRU

I had so much fun talking to RauchG, he's very chill and subtly smart in his words. Also this's the first episode where my editor changed somethings up, you're gonna see some infographics and stuff now.

Hope you enjoy this! 😊

#DagmawiBabiPodcast #GuillermoRauch
@Dagmawi_Babi

🎙 Dev Dialogue with Gemechis Elias: Tech Changemaker 🎙

About This Episode:

🚀 This week, we’re diving into the world of tech with Gemechis Elias, a dynamic Software Engineer known for using technology to build solutions that improve lives. From leading the Google Developer Student Clubs in '22/'23 to winning the GDSC Impact Award 🏆, Gemechis has proven himself a force in the tech community. He also claimed 1st Place in the Visit Oromia Hackathon 2023 for developing a local tourism social network app. His journey from a student innovator to a software engineering leader is filled with insights, impact, and inspiration.

Who is Gemechis Elias?

💻 Gemechis Elias is a passionate Software Engineer at ATS MEDIA LAB, dedicated to using technology to create positive change. He’s also a mentor at Google Developer Student Clubs (GDSC), where he led the organization in '22/'23 and won the prestigious GDSC Impact Award 🏆. From dominating hackathons to pushing the limits of innovation, Gemechis continues to break barriers, applying his expertise to drive meaningful progress in the tech world. 🛠

What We Discuss:

🛤 The Self-Taught Journey: Gemechis shares his personal coding story from teaching himself how to code to building confidence and mastery. His advice is packed with practical tips for developers at any stage! 💡

🌱 Navigating the Tech Industry: Gemechis gives us a look into his professional path, from early career steps to his current work in software engineering. He reveals what it’s like to work remotely and the leadership lessons he’s learned along the way. ⏰ Discover his strategies for staying productive, managing time between projects, and leading with purpose.

🤝 Community and Collaboration: Teamwork makes the dream work! Gemechis explains how working with others has shaped his growth as an engineer and the importance of learning from peers. 👥

🎯 Overcoming Challenges: Gemechis opens up about the hurdles he’s faced, both technical and personal, and how they’ve shaped his problem-solving mindset. His resilience and adaptability shine through, providing key takeaways for anyone facing obstacles in tech. 💪

Highlights:

⚙️ Building the AASTU Students App: The inside story of Gemechis’s app for university students, from ideation to development. He also dives into other impactful projects, revealing what drives his passion for creating meaningful solutions.

🏆 Hackathon Success Stories: Gemechis is no stranger to the hackathon scene! From winning the Visit Oromia Hackathon to other competitive events, he shares how these experiences helped sharpen his problem-solving skills and creativity in real-time.

📚 Practical Tips for Aspiring Developers: Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned coder, Gemechis drops valuable advice on building projects, improving your skillset, and staying motivated. 🛠

⏰ Mastering Time Management: Gemechis provides his top tips for balancing multiple projects, setting clear goals, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. His insights will help you stay organized and focused on what matters most. 🕒

Why Listen to This Episode?

🚀 Whether you’re just starting out as a developer or thinking about switching to a tech career, Gemechis Elias’s journey will inspire you to take action. His transformation from self-taught coder to a remote software engineer, developing impactful projects, and growing professionally is filled with lessons that can guide you in your own career. From advice on time management to pushing through challenges, Gemechis’s story will motivate you to stay resilient and keep moving forward.

Watch Now: https://youtu.be/TWwuMTV7wtA

Dev Dialogue With Gemechis Elias Out Now 💥

Watch Now 👆

🚀 Big Hackathon Coming Up! 🚀 

We’re thrilled to announce an exciting upcoming hackathon in collaboration with Women Techmakers, SheCodes, and GDG! 🎉 

We’re looking for dedicated mentors to support participants by providing guidance, feedback, and evaluation throughout the event. This is a fantastic opportunity to empower the next generation of innovators! 💡 

Mentor Commitment:
✅ Dedicate 1-2 hours per day for 2 weeks 
✅ Guide and support hackathon participants 
✅ Evaluate their progress and provide feedback 
✅ Help create an inspiring and impactful experience 

Link

አድዋ የጥቁር ድል ፡

"ለወገኑ ነፍሱን ችሮ
ከፈጣሪው ተነጋግሮ
ከልቦናው ተመካክሮ
ጀግንነቱን አሳድሮ
ጋሻ ጦሩን ወስዶ ጓሮ
ለጠየቁት እሺ መልሱ
እያሞኙት አይከስ እሱ
ወንበዴዎች በመቅደሱ
እየገቡ ቢቀድሱ
ጠበቀና አጠራቅሞ
ልቡን ከእጁ አሳስሞ
ሀገር ምድሩን አፋፍሞ
ሀገር ስጠኝ ብሎ ላለው
ገሰገሰ ለደፈረው
ከሀገር ወድያ ምንስ አለው
ጦቢያነቱን ማን ሊሽረው? "

ድል፣ኩራት ፣ ጀግንነት ፣ ክብር ፣ምኒልክ ፣ ኢትዮጵያዊነት🇪🇹🇪🇹🇪🇹🇪🇹
        
 ዝክረ አድዋ በ CGI AASTU ከ ENKOPA STUDIO × @Planet_studio ጋር በመተባበር የቀረበ።
@cgi_aastu
#adwa#CGIAASTU #planetstudio #Enkopastudio #3d #Cgiaastu #animation #art #creativity

Are you excited for todays Dev dialogue with Mohammed Ibrahim? 🌟

🕒 Time: Tonight at 2:00 LT
📍 Venue: Online

👉 RSVP Here to join us for an insightful session.

💬 Stay Connected!

Join Mohammed’s Telegram Channel for more insights and updates: DoughNutDrops

📅 See you tonight – Don’t miss out!

@DSCAASTU

Mohammed Ibrahim has joined the call

That concludes this week's Dev Dialogue! 🚀

We hope you gained valuable insights from today’s session. Stay tuned, as we'll be uploading the recorded version to YouTube soon for those who missed it or want to revisit the key takeaways. 📺

A huge thank you to everyone for your active participation and interaction! Your engagement makes these sessions truly special. 🙌

See you next time! 💡

@DSCAASTU #DevDialogue

Happy to announce Addis Ababa Science and Technology University AASTU as a satellite venue for the championship.

#ABC'25

Application 👉 https://bit.ly/africablockchampionship

April-May 🏆

@DSCAASTU

🚀 Get Ready to Code: She Codes Hackathon 2025 is Coming! 🚀

She Codes, Google Women Tech Makers Ethiopia and GDG AASTU are thrilled to announce the biggest hackathon yet – a fantastic opportunity for women in tech!

🗓️ Date: March 22nd, 2025

✨ Calling All Women Coders! ✨

This event is open to any woman who wants to join, whether you're a seasoned coder or just starting your journey. We welcome both individual participants and groups. If you register as an individual, don't worry – we'll help you form a team!

💡 Your Ideas Matter Most!

At the She Codes Hackathon, we believe that innovative ideas are key. We're looking for creative solutions and fresh perspectives.

🎁 Prizes Await!

Compete for recognition, bragging rights, and undisclosed cash prizes and other exciting rewards!

🛠️ We've Got Your Back!

Throughout the hackathon, we'll provide comprehensive support. If you run into technical hurdles or other challenges, our mentors will be there to guide you.

📝 How to Register:

Link

Use the link above!

⏳ Only a few hours left! ⏳

The countdown is on! Our much-anticipated Grand Hackathon is almost here, and this is your final chance to register. Female developers, CS students, and coding enthusiasts this is your moment to showcase your skills, build something incredible, and compete for amazing prizes!

🚀 Registration closes in just a few hours! Don't wait lock in your spot NOW!
👩‍💻 Who can join? Female developers, CS students, and coding enthusiasts
🎯 Team Size: Up to 5 (Solo participants will be matched)
📅 Hackathon Date: March 22
📍 Location: Addis Ababa
🏆 Prizes: Exciting awards for top teams!

🔗 Register here before the deadline:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wSusZ-KsqvEDSCf1gBRtz92_cfBYaGOd6PrgTCIOPOs/edit?pli=1&pli=1&pli=1&edit_requested=true#responses

💬 . Stay updated & connect with the community.
📢 Join our Telegram Channels:
🌐 she Codes AASTU
🌐 GDG On Campus AASTU
🌐 WTM Ethiopia

Assemble your team, bring your ideas, and get ready to innovate! Let’s make this Women’s Month one to remember! 🌟