LeadDev Berlin 2022 Richard Ng

Explores the myths and realities of the tech industry's diversity challenges, and offers practical solutions for building a more inclusive and diverse workforce through relationship-building, training, and mentorship opportunities.

Key takeaways

The lack of diversity in the tech industry is a complex problem that we all have a responsibility to address.
The “pipeline problem” is a myth, and the real issue is the lack of opportunities for people from underrepresented backgrounds to enter the industry.
The tech talent pyramid is flawed, with a small group of people at the top and a much larger group at the bottom who are new to the industry.
The industry needs to focus on building relationships with diverse talent and providing training and mentorship to help them grow and develop.
Pattern recognition can be a limiting behavior in hiring, as it often leads to the hiring of people who already fit into the existing profile.
Learning velocity is a more important factor in hiring, as it allows for the evaluation of potential rather than experience.
The industry needs to move away from gatekeeping and towards bridging and building relationships to attract more diverse talent.
Investing in diverse talent and providing opportunities for growth and development can help to create a more diverse and inclusive industry.
As engineering leaders, it is our responsibility to think about the long-term health of the industry and to work towards creating a more diverse and inclusive culture.
The industry needs to focus on fixing the talent pyramid and providing more opportunities for people from underrepresented backgrounds to enter the industry.

LeadDev Berlin 2022 Richard Ng

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