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From Battlesnake to High Tech U: The Frontlines of Tech Education and Inclusivity - Andrew MacLean
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From Battlesnake to High Tech U: The Frontlines of Tech Education and Inclusivity - Andrew MacLean

In this engaging episode of "The Mycelium Network Podcast," host Schalk Neethling sits down with Andrew MacLean, a passionate educator from British Columbia, Canada, who has dedicated his career to exploring and teaching technology. Andrew shares his journey from his first job building a website to his current role as a community manager for Battlesnake, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and accessibility in the tech industry.

He discusses his work with High Tech U, an initiative aimed at making tech education accessible to a diverse group of students. The conversation also covers the value of open source in learning, the impact of good documentation, and the power of community involvement in fostering a welcoming learning environment. This episode highlights the need for alternative education methods in technology to nurture a more diverse and innovative future generation.

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The Mycelium Network Podcast
The Mycelium Network podcast. A podcast all about early-stage web developers and the mentors and teachers who help them along the way.