March Members Talk Evening
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Hi PyLadies Berlin! In this members' talks evening held in-person and online, we will have an introduction from our sponsor Blacklane and some very insightful talks
Erica Wolf - Queer coding
There are different meanings of Queer Coding. I will focus on the meaning grounded in Critical Theory and how Python, specifically, addresses this idea.
Level: Experience of Python is not required
Erica Wolf is a transgender woman, who escaped the political Dystopia of the USA in 2023. She has been writing Python for 20+ years and got to go through a painful transition from 2.7 to 3.X (I still always format my PRINT and RETURN statements wrong). She got an MS in Geographical Information Science (Make maps with computers) in the USA Currently, she is a Mentor/Coach for FLINTA people who have found themselves as leaders in Tech Startups.
Lisa Johannsen - Crypto Bot
She will introduce my CryptoBot project, which combines real-time data processing, machine learning, and scalable system design. By comparing historical price data with live streaming data, the model predicts price movements and determines whether to buy or hold.
Level: Intermediate Developer
Lisa Johannsen is a Diplom Engineer from Berlin working as a Data Engineer. She enjoys building reliable and scalable data systems, while finding the right balance between automation, trust in data, and human expertise. For her, the best data solutions come from combining solid engineering with critical thinking and real-world context.
Maya Öykü Gümüs - Navigating Technical Interviews: Lessons From Both Sides
In this talk, I share my journey from being a tech candidate and an interviewer, offering a behind-the-scenes perspective on the hiring process in 2026. Drawing from experiences on both sides of the table, I’ll break down how technical interviews are structured today, what companies are really evaluating, and how expectations have evolved. Attendees will gain practical insights into modern tech hiring trends, common pitfalls, and how to approach interviews with greater clarity and confidence—whether as candidates or future interviewers.
Level: Experience of Python is not required
Speaker introduction
**✨ Blacklane** our wonderful host.
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Agenda
18h30 Doors open
19h10 Community Announcements
19h20 Welcome from our sponsor
19h30 Erica Wolf - Queer coding
19h40 Lisa Johannsen - Crypto Bot
20h20 Short break
20h30 Öykü Gümüs - From Candidate to Interviewer: Understanding Tech Hiring in 2026
21h00 Networking
21h30 See You Next Time! :D
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❓ Can men attend ❓
Everyone is welcome. :)
If you identify as someone well-represented in open source and in tech, please be mindful of the space and privileges you have, and use it to support others.
This hybrid event will be streamed on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@PyLadiesBerlin
There will be food and drinks (with vegetarian and vegan options thanks to our sponsor)
By attending our online event, you agree to the PyLadies Code of Conduct: https://www.pyladies.com/CodeOfConduct/
Contact
Interested in speaking at one of our events? Have a good idea for a Meetup? Get in touch with us at berlin@pyladies.com
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