Skyler Nesheim, Dwolla
Skyler Nesheim
Chief Technology Officer - Dwolla
From Garage to Global: My Journey Building Software at Startups and Enterprises
Ever wondered how software development changes with company size? Join Skyler Nesheim, Drake Computer Science graduate (2007) and Dwolla’s CTO on a journey through the trenches of startup agility, scale-up scrappiness, and enterprise rigor. We’ll explore the unique challenges and opportunities teams at different stages of company development face, from rapidly prototyping products in 2 weeks to navigating complicated technical debt and complex organizational structures at scale. We’ll also discuss technical challenges these teams face as they figure out how to navigate difficult architectural decisions and tradeoffs. Get a glimpse into the life of an engineer and leader across various environments and identify skills you might need to work in your ideal role. Whether you’re dreaming of launching your own startup or joining a large enterprise, this talk will equip you with insights into the diverse landscapes of software engineering careers!
