Mahak
Shah
Software Engineer - P3 at Splunk (Cisco)
"The Growth Mindset Revolution"
"The Growth Mindset Revolution"
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Session: The Growth Mindset Revolution
This talk explores practical frameworks for sustainable skill development, introducing the concept of learning portfolios and the three pillars of continuous learning. Drawing from real-world experiences, we'll examine strategies for overcoming common challenges like imposter syndrome and technology overwhelm, while building a supportive learning ecosystem that promotes both individual and community growth.Key Takeaways
- Master the 70-20-10 approach to skill development
- Identify high-leverage skills that transfer across technologies
- Leverage teaching as a powerful learning tool
- Use learning sprints for focused skill acquisition
Bio
I have nearly 6 years of experience working across various aspects of distributed systems, specializing in scalability, extensibility, and availability. I am proficient in building microservices-based software systems tailored to meet complex customer requirements and machine learning use cases. Currently, I am part of the Core Search platform team at Splunk, specifically working on Federated Search. My previous experience includes roles at Salesforce and Samsung Research. I hold a Master's degree in Computer Science with a focus on Machine Learning from Columbia University.