Ep 1: Empowering Nepali Women in Tech: Shreeya Dhakal's Journey of Unlearning and Bridging Gaps

02/08/2024 44 min Episodio 1
Ep 1: Empowering Nepali Women in Tech: Shreeya Dhakal's Journey of Unlearning and Bridging Gaps

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Send us a textSummaryIn this episode, Sabeena Maharjan interviews Shreeya Dhakal, an applied scientist specializing in machine learning and natural language processing. Shreeya shares her journey from considering social work to pursuing a career in tech, driven by her passion for language and her desire to develop linguistic tools for Nepali. She also discusses the importance of community and networking in the tech industry, and how she founded Nepali Women Plus in Computing to bridge the knowledge gap for Nepali tech professionals. Shreeya also talks about her blog, Techasar, which aims to provide resources for young tech enthusiasts. Throughout the conversation, Shreeya emphasizes the influence of her South Asian roots and the challenges she has faced as a woman in tech and most importantly the solutions she continues to build. She credits her father as her anchor and source of inspiration.You can connect with Shreeya via LinkedinFollow Shreeya's Blog TechasarIf you're interested in low-resource NLP, follow her at #icodeformyभाषा.CONNECT WITH US The Reset Mantra on Instagram, Tiktok.Join us on YoutubeFollow Sabeena on InstagramCredits: Our music is from @Jaybypass on Youtube Want to become a podcast sponsor, got some feedback for me or just a quick chat? Email me: [email protected] for language and personal connection to Nepal drove Shreeya Dhakal to pursue a career in machine learning and natural language processing, with a focus on developing linguistic tools for Nepali.Community and networking are crucial in the tech industry, and Shreeya founded Nepali Women Plus in Computing to bridge the knowledge gap for Nepali tech professionals and advocate for gender minorities.Shreeya's blog, Tech Assure, serves as a resource hub for young tech enthusiasts, providing opportunities and information for professional growth.South Asian cultural influences have shaped Shreeya's journey, both personally and professionally, instilling resilience and a positive mindset.When facing challenges, Shreeya turns to her father as her anchor and source of inspiration.Chapters00:00Introduction to the Reset Mantra podcast01:19Shreya Dhakal's background and passion for language05:04Founding Nepali Women Plus in Computing09:43Influence of South Asian roots on Shreya's journey16:55Creating #iCodeformyVasha and empowering Nepali language23:04Inspiration behind Techasar and impact in the tech industry27:10Tips for career changers and starting a career in tech33:11Maintaining resilience and finding anchors in difficult times43:39Shreeya's blog, Techasar (Tech+Avasar) platform44:08Conclusion and gratitude

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