In this episode of ⁠⁠BragTalks⁠⁠, Ix-chel Ruiz shares her pathway to promotion to becoming a developer advocate with host Heather VanCura. Heather has known Ix-chel for many years through mutual participation in the Java developer community. In this episode Ix-chel shares how she created her own journey to achieve her career goals, how attending conferences and ultimately speaking at conferences led to her current role as a developer advocate. Season 5 is all about sharing stories of pathways to promotion and Ix-chel has an inspiring story to share. Listen to learn how to chart your unique path to success and promotions.

Biography: Ix-chel Ruiz has developed software application & tools since 2000. Her research interests include Java, dynamic languages, client-side technologies and testing. Java Champion, CDF Ambassador, hackergarten enthusiast, Open Source advocate, public speaker and mentor.