Here’s a selection of some recent talks I have been involved in.

I’d love to be more involved in podcasts, speaking in the tech community and Public Science engagements to encourage interest in STEM, so if you have some ideas, please drop me a message at thekimmykola.tech@gmail.com or use my contact form.

2023

March 2023

Guest Speaker, UCL Technology, Society and Behaviours Module, Forum Session, University College London (UCL) School of Management

I was invited again as a guest speaker to give a short talk and 10 minute Q&A session for the UCL Technology, Society and Behaviours Module at the School of Management. My talk was all about my journey into tech and my thoughts on social mobility.

2022

September 2022

Speaker, Embarking on Your Journey Through the World of Unit Testing, hosted by WNB.rb

I delivered a talk called ‘Embarking on Your Journey Through the World of Unit Testing’ aimed at beginners to unit testing concepts and RSpec unit testing in Ruby. This was for WNB.rb, a virtual community for women and non-binary Rubyists.

June 2022

Panelist, Athena Hack – Pathways into Tech (Webinar), hosted by Showcode / Beamery

I was a guest on the ‘Pathways into Tech’ panel as part of the Athena Hack. This webinar focused on exploring the different routes into tech and I got to offer advice for those looking to make the transition.

April 2022

Featured Guest, Changing Society for the Better – Interview with Johanna Hamilton, Commissioning Editor for the BCS

I was interviewed by Johanna Hamilton, Commissioning Editor of the BCS, for their Changing Society for the Better article published on the BCS website. “Congratulations to Kim Diep MBCS who recently won the Software Engineer of the Year award at the 2022 FDM everywoman in Technology awards, sponsored by NatWest Group. She talks to Johanna Hamilton AMBCS about her inspiration.”

You can read the article here.

March 2022

Podcast Guest Speaker, Charity Chat Podcast / FatBeeHive with Rachel Green

I was a guest speaker on a Charity Chat Podcast episode discussing all things Women in STEM. In this International Women’s Day series episode, we explore why representation in tech matters, opportunities in tech and inspiring role models. We’re joined by Kim Diep, Software Engineer and Tech Coach at Tech Returners, and Shauna Devlin Client Relations Executive and Equity and Diversity Lead at Fat Beehive.

You can listen to the Podcast episode here.

Guest Speaker, UCL Technology, Society and Behaviours Module, Forum Session, University College London (UCL) School of Management

I was invited as a guest speaker to give a short 10 minute talk and 10 minute Q&A session for the UCL Technology, Society and Behaviours Module at the School of Management. My talk was all about Getting Your First Job in Tech The Individual, Community and The Societal.

Track Speaker, Your Guide to Becoming A Mentor in Tech, Reframe Women in Tech / Believe You Can Conference, The Point, Old Trafford, Manchester

I delivered a 20 minute short talk on ‘Your Guide to Becoming A Mentor in Tech’ where I shared some top tips to help people get started on their mentoring journey in the industry.

2021

November 2021

Podcast Guest Speaker, Codewords Podcast with Rob Barber

You can listen to the Podcast episode here.

July 2021

Speaker, What’s it like being a Software Engineer & Tech Coach? My journey and experience learning through engaging with others, Programmed in Pencil x RVU

June 2021

Keynote Speaker, Sisters of Code

I spoke at an online session for students at Sisters of Code. I talked about my journey into tech and answered questions to give a realistic view of the tech industry to young students between the ages of 10 and 20 all the way in Cambodia.

Podcast Guest Speaker, Developers Eating The World Podcast with Chris Riley

You can listen to the Podcast episode here.

May 2021

Podcast Guest Speaker, a podcast by Pawlean, Paying it Forward to change the Tech industry w/ Kim, Emma & Darren

You can listen to the Podcast episode here.

2020

1st – 2nd September 2020

Panelist, Code Fest 2020 Virtual Conference, Code First Girls

Took part in two panel discussions

Day 1: My Journey into Tech #techdecoded Panel

A discussion with members of the community about their journey into the world of tech and where are they now.

Day 2: Switching into Tech #futurestars Panel

A discussion focused on experienced professionals and their experience of moving into the tech industry.

July 2020

Panelist, Life as an Engineer Lunchtime Panel, Code First Girls

A panel discussion with members of the Code First Girls community about what working in tech is like – from the day-to-day, to the more long-term!

May 2020

Panel Curator & Panelist, How to Set Coding Goals & Stick to Them, Girls in Tech London X Makers

Collaborated with Makers to curate and deliver a panel discussion on setting learning goals in tech.

Panelist, Breaking Into Tech Lunchtime Panel, Code First Girls

A panel discussion with some of Code First Girls amazing community members who have started their careers in the tech world!Collaborated with Makers to curate and deliver a panel discussion on setting learning goals in tech.