Tech Talk Replay: What I Wish I'd Known About Entering the Tech Field

From Music Industry to Microsoft – Will Mitcheson’s Career Shift

In 2021, Will Mitcheson made the leap from a 22-year career in the music industry to the world of software development.

Join us as he shares what it took to make that transition, what he wishes he had known earlier, and what life looks like now that he's thriving in the tech field.

Since graduating from The Tech Academy’s C# and .NET Developer Boot Camp, Will has worked as a Software Support Engineer at Microsoft and currently serves as a DevOps Engineer at First American.

In this Tech Talk, you’ll learn:

• Proven strategies for landing your first job in tech
• What to expect in the day-to-day life of a software engineer
• Key insights for anyone considering a major career shift

Whether you're exploring tech as a new path or looking for inspiration in your current journey, this session will offer practical advice and real-world perspective.

Event Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
Time: 1 PM Pacific | 3 PM Central | 4 PM Eastern

Don't miss this opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from someone who's made the switch—and succeeded.