What we’re about
Seattle technology enthusiasts, students, and professionals are invited to join us for North Seattle Tech Talks. We'll gather for informative, insightful, inspiring, and inclusive talks on topics in web development, mobile apps, cloud computing technologies, and professional development. Follow up each Meetup with a chance to ask questions and get to know one another. Looking forward to having you join us next time!
Upcoming events (1)
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WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
We're gathering to help folks learn the best way to land a first tech job in the current market.Key coverage areas:
- Finding and Researching Relevant Roles
- How do you know what roles and titles are relevant?
- How do you find opportunities (via networking, search and AI tools, etc.)?
- Applications
- What are challenges in the application and screening processes?
- What are tips/tricks for making this easier?
- What is the impact of AI on this process?
- Behavioral and Technical Interviews
- What are key problem-solving techniques to apply during screening and technical interviews?
- How do you answer behavioral and "fit" questions?
- Resources
- For #1-3, where can you find more resources to help improve your chances of landing a job?
WHO IS ON THE PANEL?
Our panel will include industry folks from a few area companies, including:
Arushi Jain (she/her)
Applied Scientist @ Microsoft
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arushijain1711/Johart Aguiniga (he/him)
Senior Data Analyst @ Avenade
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johart-aguiniga-b86324154Please watch this space for additional speaker information in the coming weeks!
WHAT IS THE FORMAT?
We'll have a quick introduction followed by guest speakers covering the questions above. Then we'll switch over to moderated Q&A.
DO I HAVE TO BE AN EXPERT? A STUDENT?
No and no. This Meetup is open to all who are interested and is meant to be an introduction to the topic.
WHO IS SPONSORING?
North Seattle College's Technical Bachelor's Degree Programs
Application Development BAS Degree Program:
https://northseattle.edu/programs/bas-application-developmentComputer Science BS Degree Program:
https://new.northseattle.edu/bachelors-science-computer-scienceApplications will open for Fall 2026 start dates in January!
HOW DO I ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE?
This will be a virtual Meetup event. A direct link to the Zoom Meeting location will be visible when you RSVP.
You'll need to download the appropriate software for your computer, tablet, or other mobile device: https://zoom.us/download
Questions for the Q&A will be handled via the Zoom chat functionality, with instructions presented during the Meetup. We will provide automatic captioning for all speakers.
