In this episode of Tech Together, hosts Shannon Seaver and Allison Barman are joined by Steve Buchanan, a technologist currently working at Microsoft and a recent recipient of the TEKNE award for community leadership. Steve shares his journey into the tech field, starting with a high school job building computers, through his various roles in the industry, and finally his current position at Microsoft. The conversation highlights the importance of persistence, lifelong learning, and the impact of AI on tech careers. It also addresses the significance of increasing diversity in tech and the role of collaboration across sectors to scale tech talent development.00:00 Introduction to Tech Together Podcast00:10 Meet Steve Buchanan: A Technologist's Journey00:56 Early Tech Experiences and Networking03:39 The Bootcamp Experience: Trials and Tribulations05:49 Navigating Career Pathways in Tech11:49 Joining Microsoft: The Inside Story20:23 Navigating a Career as a Black Technologist20:58 Overcoming Challenges and Staying Motivated21:35 The Importance of Sharing Knowledge22:38 Diversity in Tech: Progress and Challenges25:15 The Growing Demand for Tech Talent26:44 Embracing AI and Future Trends31:56 The Need for Collaboration in Tech33:38 The Importance of Computer Science Education38:44 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Remarks---Learn more about createMPLS.org

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