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Breaking Barriers: Open Source, Cybersecurity, and Mentorship - Tech.Strong.Women. EP 43
45m
In this episode of Tech.Strong.Women., hosts Jodi Ashley and Tracy Ragan are joined by Sal Kimmich, who shares her unconventional journey from government-funded research to open source and cybersecurity, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities for women in tech.
She discusses the increasing reliance on open source within federal agencies, the security considerations that come with it, and how category theory is emerging as a powerful tool for identifying vulnerabilities. Sal also highlights the importance of mentorship, the barriers women face in tech and her ongoing work recognizing open source contributions in science, art and history. Join us for an insightful conversation on security, innovation, and the power of community.
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