technology

This year I’m becoming a builder

For me, 2014 was all about focus. I drastically cut the number of projects I was working on and roles I was performing. I dropped extras and was extra discerning about what I spent my time doing. Living a pared back life and dedicating myself to just a few things actually worked! AND as I … Read more …

Leaning in when you’re not Sheryl Sandberg – The Student Edition

Late last year I was invited to keynote at the 2014 BCS Lovelace Colloquium. Started by Dr Hannah Dee, a lecturer in Computing at Aberystwyth University, it is a meeting of women studying Computer Science and related subjects at UK universities. They have a chance to present academic posters, network with others and meet companies eager … Read more …

5 ways technology can make train travel less of a nightmare

In the UK we’ve had a railway system since 1825. We’ve had electricity on trains for ages now and I remember noticing wi-fi on trains round about 2010 (or possibly earlier). Though I wouldn’t quite call the existence of trains a miracle, I do appreciate the fact that they run, and that a lot of … Read more …