Crafting Great Web Apps: Talks on Design + Engineering Growth Strategies

🎉 Kick off 2025 with our first talk-focused meetup of the year! We’ve got four inspiring talks lined up to help you grow your skills and ignite your creativity. Whether you’re starting your coding journey or looking to refine your craft, this event has something for everyone!

### 📅 Event Details

Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EST
Location: Tech Square ATL - The Clubhouse
Entrance on Ambercrombie Pl NW (near LA Fitness, close to Midtown & North Ave MARTA stations). Paid parking available at Centergy One deck.

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### Talk Lineup

From Junior to Staff - What is my actual job?
Speaker: Dustin Goodman, Staff Frontend Engineer at ClickUp
Ever wondered what it takes to level up as an individual contributor? Dustin Goodman will guide you through the journey from novice to expert, sharing strategies for navigating the evolving expectations of each engineering role. Gain actionable insights for personal and career growth, whether you're just starting out or eyeing a leadership role.
Code Meets Creativity: Design Basics for Web Apps
Speaker: Calypso Hernandez, Marketing and Event Coordinator at This Dot
Design doesn’t have to be daunting! Calypso will break down design fundamentals—color, typography, spacing—and show you how to create stunning web apps that deliver an excellent user experience. From beginner tips to powerful tools (AI-powered and traditional), this talk will help you bring your web apps to life.
Leader Fireside Chat
Hosted by Beth Laing, Senior Director of Engineering at CallRail
Join Beth for an insightful conversation with tech leaders (details TBA) as they share experiences and lessons learned from leading engineering teams.

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💡 Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow with the ReactATL community.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🚀