#271 Una Kravets joining bleeding edge design and coding at Google

Software Developers Journey

Una Kravets's journey in the tech world has been nothing short of captivating. From her dedication to creating and enhancing the user interface space to her insightful perspectives on the ever-evolving challenges of web development, Una's story is one of passion, innovation, and unwavering dedication. Her experiences span a wide range of tech endeavors, from her involvement in the W3C community and standards to her unique insights into the intricate world of web design.
Una placed the start of her journey in her young childhood with Neopets, AIM, MySpace, and the Sims. She described how her passion for design slowly merged into the Web. We discussed her college studies and how she stumbled upon communities at 18. We talked about learning in the open, internships, and learning some more. We discussed how she landed at Google, got into DeveloperRelations, and came to work on the CSS Working Group and OpenUI Community Group.
In this episode, Una discusses the complexities of navigating the vast web development landscape and how she has found her perfect spot in the CSS and UI space. She touches upon her involvement in working groups, the challenges of backward compatibility on the web, and the joys of Developer Relations (DevRel). Moreover, Una shares her wisdom on the importance of community involvement, whether by joining, creating, or discovering one, and the impact of documenting one's learning journey through blogging.
If you want to learn more about the challenges of backward compatibility on the web and get inspiration from Una's incredible journey, then tune in to this episode!
Three reasons why you should listen to the full episode

• Gain insights from Una's unique journey, blending her arts background with technology showcasing how diverse experiences can lead to innovative outcomes in the tech world.
• Dive deep into the importance of community involvement, feedback, and continuous learning, essential takeaways for anyone looking to grow in their tech career.
• Learn about the challenges and intricacies of web development, including backward compatibility and web standards, which are crucial for anyone keen to delve deeper into web tech.

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