Can a global pandemic be the catalyst for discovering your true passion? Join us on this eye-opening episode of the Skills First podcast as we journey through Rosalyn from Pong's incredible transformation from a fourth-grade teacher to a software engineering apprentice at Pathways Consulting. Rosalyn talks about how her tech interests, which began with MySpace, resurfaced during the pandemic and led her to tackle the financial hurdles of tech boot camps. She candidly shares the steep learning curve, imposter syndrome, and the unique challenges she faced as a Black woman in a predominantly white and male industry, demonstrating the vital role of community support and representation.

As Rosalyn dives deeper into her tech transition, she recounts her pivotal experience with the Creative Coder Careers program and the crucial support from G-Code. The episode unravels how a salaried apprenticeship became a game-changer for her, leading to intensive learning in JavaScript and React, and ultimately landing her a role at ServiceNow. She reflects on her personal and professional growth, highlights her latest tech accomplishments, and gives a heartfelt shoutout to her supportive colleague, Carrie. To wrap things up on a lighter note, Rosalyn shares her love for seaweed snacks. Don't miss this inspirational story of resilience, growth, and the power of chasing your dreams.