Rodney Lei Estrada
He is one of the co-chairs of PyCon APAC 2025 and a core volunteer for Python Philippines, a passionate learner, and a dedicated volunteer for the community, with a strong mission to bridge the gap and connect the tech community for the people. He is also a retail tech intern at ING Hubs Philippines and a current student at National University - Manila. And he loves spaghetti.
Philippines
ING Hubs Philippines & Python Philippines
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Session
Many hesitate to join tech communities or take on leadership roles, fearing they’re not "ready." My journey was anything but planned—I simply said "yes" to opportunities, even when unprepared. From attending meetups as a newcomer to becoming a core volunteer and now PyCon APAC 2025 Co-Chair, my story is one of commitment, uncertainty, and growth.
In this talk, I’ll share how showing up, embracing challenges, and volunteering transformed my career and community involvement. I'll also break down common misconceptions about tech meetups and how anyone regardless of experience can start contributing. If you’re hesitant to take that first step, this talk will inspire you to leap, learn, and find your place in the Python and tech community.