#272 Anna Sala Mercade from graphic design to saying yes to development

From graphic design to coding, Anna Sala's foray into software development was anything but conventional. Anna's initial curiosity was sparked by a chance conversation with a tennis player who shared insights about the world of development. This unexpected interaction set Anna on a transformative career journey, combining her unique design background with the ever-evolving world of software.

Anna placed the start of her journey three years ago on a tennis court when a joke involving a Testla, an unexpected mentor, and a pandemic put her world upside down. From there on, we followed the story of her Bootcamp. We then discussed her role as an assistant professor in the same boot camp and her first dev role. We talked about learning, feeling like an impostor, and much more.

In this episode, Anna delves deep into her diverse career path, from her time as a graphic designer to her decision to dive headfirst into the world of software development. She talks about the importance of continuous learning in the tech field, her experiences mentoring and teaching others, and the ever-present feeling of imposter syndrome faced by many professionals.

If you are interested to learn more about the seamless blend of design and development and get inspiration from Anna's incredible journey, then tune in to this episode!

Three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

• Gain insights into how a diverse background, like graphic design, can uniquely shape and enrich a software developer's approach to problem-solving.
• Learn about the value of soft skills in the tech industry and how they can complement technical knowledge to foster better communication and collaboration.
• Understand the importance of continuous learning in the ever-evolving field of technology and how embracing a learning mindset can alleviate feelings of imposter syndrome.

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