In today's fast-paced tech landscape, the journey from a novice to a competent, confident software engineer is both thrilling and challenging. This talk aims to guide first-year graduate developers and independent learners in designing a professional development program that fosters growth, mastery, and career satisfaction.
We will explore the core principles and practical steps to create a structured, impactful learning path. We'll dive into the intricacies of our 12-month graduate program, where developers work on real-world projects, honing their skills in TDD, DDD, and collaborating with a dedicated product owner. Attendees will gain insights into the importance of a balanced curriculum that includes weekly book clubs, lightning talks, technical sessions on topics like HTTP API Design and Security, as well as hands-on cloud workshops.
But what if you're not in a formal graduate program? We'll discuss strategies for self-directed learning, emphasizing the importance of setting clear goals, engaging with the developer community, and leveraging existing online resources.
Moreover, we'll highlight the significance of sharing your curriculum with student groups and programming societies.
Join us for a 45-minute session filled with actionable advice, real-world examples, and a roadmap to create a robust professional development program. This talk will provide graduate developers with the tools and inspiration to elevate their skills to the next level.
Speaker
Rami Ruhayel
I accept bribes.
I love mathematics, coffee, software and talking long walks off short piers.
We are excited to partner with DDD as a platinum sponsor at this year’s DDD Perth Conference. As one of Perth’s largest Tech employers in WA with a focused investment in technology and digital services, Bankwest is proud to be a part of Perth’s largest community-run conference which is open to everyone to attend. We look forward to seeing you there and make sure to come and chat to the Bankwest team about career opportunities and hear more about how we are becoming Australia’s favourite digital bank.
MakerX is thrilled to be a platinum sponsor for the 10-year anniversary of DDD Perth. DDD Perth holds a special place in our hearts as a conference originally founded by two of MakerX's co-founders Matt Davies and Rob Moore, which has since grown beyond our wildest imagination through the hard work of a fantastic diverse team of volunteers. We're thrilled to support and celebrate the enormous progress DDD Perth has made towards inclusively connecting the Perth tech community, supporting all those who can't normally attend or speak at a large tech conference, and look forward to helping attendees learn more about what it takes to build and launch startups of your own!
Insight is delighted to return as a gold sponsor of DDD Perth and celebrate its 10-year anniversary. DDD Perth is a fantastic event that showcases the diversity and talent of the Perth tech community, and we look forward to the opportunities for learning, sharing and networking
Mantel Group are so proud to once again be sponsoring DDD Perth! Investing in community is central to our mission of changing how the world works for the better, and DDD Perth is an exceptionally awesome event that fosters inclusivity and innovation. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, DDD Perth creates valuable opportunities for underrepresented groups, early career talent, and first-time speakers. We’re excited to have the opportunity to continue our contribution to the growth of the Perth software community.
Our staff have always enjoyed attending, speaking or volunteering at DDD Perth, so we're thrilled to return as a gold sponsor for DDD's 10th anniversary. Ten years is a long time in tech - and it's amazing to see how DDD Perth has grown and evolved into the inclusive and highly-engaging conference that it is today.
We are excited to announce that Versent & Telstra Purple will be a Gold Sponsor for this year's DDD Perth conference, celebrating our 10th anniversary! This is a community that's passionate about innovation, and getting together to share ideas in an open forum. And that's exactly the sort of culture we like to encourage. We are excited to be back again this year
At VGW, we are passionate about building a vibrant and inclusive tech community. DDD Perth aligns with our commitment to fostering innovation, and engaging with tech professionals and enthusiasts in our community.
- Yvette Mandanas, Chief People Officer @ VGW
We’re thrilled to announce Woodside's partnership with DDD Perth 2024 as they celebrate their 10th anniversary and Woodside marks 70 years since its establishment. This collaboration demonstrates our dedication to fostering innovation and collaboration within Australia's tech landscape. We are proud to support the local tech community through DDD Perth and engage with diverse minds who are shaping the future of energy and technology.
The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is excited to be supporting the Perth-based software and tech community by being a Gold Sponsor of the upcoming 10th anniversary of hashtag#DDDPerth.
We are building one of the largest scientific instruments of the 21st Century, a radio telescope that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics, right here in Western Australia.
Computing, software and big data will be critical in the success of this mega science project, and we’re recruiting highly motivated developers across the computing and software domains to take part.
It's such a privilege to be able to run this conference and DDD Perth would love to acknowledge the
traditional custodians of the land in which DDD is created, presented, and shared, the
Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation and their connections to land, sea and community.
We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, and extend that respect
to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
