In the ever-evolving world of technology, few names shine as beacons of both innovation and social advocacy quite like Timnit Gebru. A prominent figure in the fields of artificial intelligence and ethics in technology, Gebru is not only a trailblazer in programming but also a staunch advocate for equality and civil rights.
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Writing an effective self-assessment
Self-assessments in tech often feel like an awkward exercise in self-promotion mixed with forced introspection. But here's the thing: they're actually one of the most powerful tools you have for career advancement — if you approach them strategically.
Most developers treat self-assessments like a checkbox exercise, writing generic summaries of what they worked on and calling it done. That's a missed opportunity. Your self-assessment is your chance to control the narrative about your performance, highlight contributions that might have gone unnoticed, and position yourself for the opportunities you actually want.
Think of it as documentation for your career. Just like good code documentation, it should be clear, accurate, and useful for future reference.