Ellie Graves

Passionate about programming. TechGirls ambassador. Learning about open source @PyBeeWare.

[Ellie Graves @EllieGraves5]

@teachingpython @freakboy3742 Hi @KellyPared -- my LinkedIn message to you was my first shot at connecting with someone in tech. So grateful you responded with encouragement and solid advice incl suggestion to pursue open source. :-)

[Ellie Graves @EllieGraves5]

@freakboy3742 @teachingpython @PyBeeWare Mentors + Mentees: A young person in your circle thinks they can’t do it. Showing them they can is easier than you think. I’m excited about the tech I’ve picked up, but seeing a tech leader’s generosity in open-source commits and community leadership has been invaluable.

[Ellie Graves @EllieGraves5]

@freakboy3742 @teachingpython I’m Ellie in Russ’s tweet 👋. I’ve had an amazing experience with @PyBeeWare and am so grateful to @freakboy3742 for his guidance. In case helpful, a few thoughts on “laying the groundwork” and “from little things, big things grow” from a young programmer’s perspective

[Ellie Graves @EllieGraves5]

@freakboy3742 @teachingpython @PyBeeWare Mentors: The next generation needs an intro to open source. I had no idea the beauty and importance of open source. I plan a career in tech. Early exposure (I’m 16) to the @PyBeeWare community means I’ll value open source for life.

[Ellie Graves @EllieGraves5]

@freakboy3742 @teachingpython @PyBeeWare Mentees: If you have the passion and work hard, go find a supportive open source community today. Don’t listen to the internal voice that says ‘I’ll be ready to contribute something when I’m better at X.’