A podcast by
Gene Liverman
Many who are technically inclined voluntarily put their skills to use outside of their primary job. Come explore the variety of ways people freely give of their technical skill and the technologies involved.
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Community Health Through CHAOSS with Anita Ihuman
In this episode, I have a conversation with Anita Ihuman, a developer advocate and technical writer in Nigeria. Anita shares her experiences and insights from her volunteer work in open source communities, particularly her involvement in the CHAOSS and Layer 5 communities. We dive into Anita’s contributions to community management, onboarding, documentation, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. She highlights the importance of these efforts in creating welcoming and inclusive spaces for all contributors. Anita also discusses her experiences working with geographically diverse projects and the challenges and opportunities they present. Lastly, we explore the role of research in showcasing the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Join us as we learn from Anita’s journey and gain valuable insights into the world of open source communities.
Read MoreUncovering the Stories Behind Memorial Benches with Terrence Eden
In this episode, Terence Eden talks about his project OpenBenches , which aims to create a database of memorial benches around the world. He discusses how the project started, the challenges they faced, and the impact it has had. Terence also shares his thoughts on gamification and the future of mapping with OpenStreetMap and the Fediverse .
Read MoreBehind-The-Scenes of Video Production at Dragon Con and MomoCon with Dimitri Tarassenko
Prepare to step into the world of Dragon Con and MomoCon , two multi-genre pop culture conventions that have on massive volunteer teams. I have the pleasure of talking with Dimitri Tarassenko, a software engineer who donates his time and skills to support the media production at these massive events. Dimitri’s behind-the-scenes insights will take you on a journey through the intricate operations that make these conventions a reality.
Read MoreBanks Glover on 20+ Years of Advancing Faith Through Technology
Our journey from the limited use of technology to the now advanced, multifaceted use of digital tools in the church is indeed a remarkable one. Come share the laughter, challenges, triumphs, and a bit of history with my guest Banks Glover: an invaluable member of my church and a life-long technology enthusiast that has been volunteering his skills for since before the turn of the century. In this candid discussion, Banks shares his fascinating journey of introducing the first computer into Central Baptist Church of Newnan, Georgia in 2000 and the transformative implications that followed.
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