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When people think about technology, they often focus on coding—but behind every app, website, and digital platform is someone intentionally building the experience users interact with every single day.

In this episode, Kara Branch sits down with Tamara Trotter, frontend engineer and technology leader, to break down what frontend engineering really looks like beyond the screen. From designing user-friendly experiences to solving technical problems in real time, Tamara shares how creativity, strategy, and engineering all come together in her work.

This conversation gives listeners a real “day in the life” look into software engineering, including the skills required to succeed, the challenges that come with working in tech, and how frontend engineers help shape the way people experience technology.

Tamara also shares her journey into engineering, the importance of representation in technology spaces, and why students—especially young Black girls—should know there is space for them in tech careers too.

If you’ve ever wondered who builds the digital experiences we use every day, this episode is for you.

🎧 Tune in for a real conversation about technology, creativity, problem-solving, and building what people actually experience.

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