#blacktechmatters

[sistahscifi]

Today is the day!!! The first Sistah Scifi Book Vending Machine launches at @oaklandiacafexbakery. The launch event is from 11AM to 2PM. @aimathedrmr will serve as cohost to make Sistah Scifi Siblings in attendance feel connected and welcomed. @angeladalton_author will read an excerpt of her children's book TO BOLDLY GO: HOW NICHELLE NICHOLS AND STAR TREK HELPED ADVANCE CIVIL RIGHTS. There will be giveaways of @myevolvingwellness Octavia E Butler inspired candle and @hellaspiritualoakland Dream Journal. Registration link in bio: @SistahScifi | www.sistahscifi.com. We are soooooooooooooooo excited!!! #SistahScifi #blacktechmatters #blackownedbookstore #blackownedcoffeeshop #Oakland #oaklandca (at Oaklandia Cafe) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoPme5dLfyE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[nomaddredd]

“Amaro’s Paradise” pt.3 of the Amaro Filter collection #art #artwork #artist #artistsoninstagram #artgallery #artoftheday #black #blackart #blackartist #blackartists #blackart365 #blackartmatters #blackartwork #digitalart #digitalillustration #explorepage #explore #exploremore #exploreeverything #blacktech #blacktechmatters #amarofilter (at The Heavens) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoKPttbOQ-9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[code404it]

Struggle Code 101: Can you teach it to a 6th grader?

I am a big fan of “dumbing it down”. I have seen the saying that says to NOT dumb it down and to make “them” come up to get it. 

I am not sure who “them” is...and yes I did say who “them” is because I felt it and that’s is how I said it. The fact remains...I don’t know “them”. I know me and I like to make complex concepts simple and easy to talk about. 

Moving on...I was doing some reading and came across THE FEYNMAN TECHNIQUE. It’s said to be the best way to learn anything...so I am going to try that out in this blog for as long as I can. 

The premise behind this technique is this:

*pick a topic/concept you want to know more about

*pretend to teach it to a 6th grader

*find your weak points in your own understanding, do some more research...this time go for mastery

*then find that imaginary 6th grader and try again

So that is the goal with #Struggle101...I am not sure who my audience is. For all I know it could really be a bunch of 6th graders. I am here for the understanding of things and then for the mastery of things. You could very well see me repeat topics because I want to know MORE about them. 

Let me be very clear...I am NOT an expert and I WILL MAKE MISTAKES. That’s the point of learning, right?

Make mistakes and learn from them. That’s how struggle becomes success.

“The view from the top doesn’t change because you struggled to get there!”-Me

[sherrytrueself]

#hey #luvs I made it outside 4 a quick #bikeride ... Starting my journey back to #fitness! When this #stayhome order gets lifted imma be tight! #bikini #summer will be lit! #bycicle #bikelife #mercedesbike #livelovelaugh #healthylifestyle #blackhealth #blackhealthmatters #blackgirlsrock #myblackisbeautiful #blacktechmatters #blackwomanmagic https://www.instagram.com/p/B-soCnqJnyd/?igshid=15pct0fp1a4hg

[spanky606]

Reposted from @officialblackknowledge - Antoine Patton and his daughter Jay Jay were featured on the Steve Harvey show because Antoine learned how to Code while doing 8 years in prison. He then taught Jay Jay how to Code and she built the app that allows kids to send photos and letters to their parents in prison. All for free. They are also teaching online #Coding classes. Antoine Has a free course that teaches people how to build websites from scratch! Follow @therealjayjayp Follow @antoine.digital ALSO! #Support #PhotoPatch Consider donating to their Nonprofit! @photopatchfoundation #BlackTechMatters #BlackAppDeveloper #BlackSoftwareDeveloper #BlackGirlMagic #blackgirlsrock #melaninPopping #UnlockAcademy #Coding #Programming - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/BvUQccqnyWq/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1dfkeweag8tjq

[afrimericanone]

We are hiring for the summer! We are looking for in person BPS staff & instructors to facilitate and develop our custom African diaspora culturally competent curriculum. Our in person location to be announced when finalized (in heart of Boston and close to the T) will require the following positions: SITE COORDINATOR RESTORATIVE SOCIO-EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL) INSTRUCTOR COLLEGE PREP MATH INSTRUCTOR All positions are available and applying candidates are expected to have the BPS required subject related licenses. Apply in the LINK in bio. We pride ourselves as #socialentrepreneurs and our #financialliteracy and #entrepreneurship classes we emphasize the importance of being #jobcreators for #multicultural #communitydevelopment . Providing jobs to our community members is another way your support of the Afrimerican Academy is making the change. #blackbusiness #blackmoney #blackentrepreneur #blackentrepreneurs #blackwallstreet #blackfinance #blacktech #blacktechmatters (at Boston, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc0SKB_utfK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[unkfunk]

👑✊🏿❤️3🖤1💚3💛💯🔥💨 Reposted from @motorcityblackcom Via @crainsdetroit … A Black-owned #Detroit software company has closed on $6 million in venture capital funding to help further scale its logistics technology, primarily for the construction sector. . The seed round for #Livegistics Inc., which last year won a $1 million grant through a pitch competition backed by musician #PharrellWilliams, comes amid a greater push to bolster the capital available to minority founders. . "My father and grandfather once owned and operated Michigan's largest minority-owned asphalt company, so construction is in my DNA," #JustinTurk, CEO and co-founder of Livegistics, said in a news release. "My ambition to achieve and restore system integrity to the industry is still fueled by their legacy. Every business deserves to be unstoppable, and by deploying our technology to work in the field, which is mutually exclusive and profitable, businesses and communities are able to see immediate benefits." . The $6 million seed round was led by Refinery Ventures out of Cincinnati and BlackOps Ventures, a Miami-based venture capital firm focused on investments in Black-owned startups. . . #motorcityblack #blackguidetech #blacktech #blacktechmatters #detroitblackbusinesses https://www.instagram.com/p/CcVaCsDMUw9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[dwntwnwrld]

Eat Fruit and Mind your Business 💯 @dutchess_millz . . . . . . . . . . . . #wealth #success #quotes #books #knowledge #successful #investing #entrepreneur #businesswoman #business #businessman #money #rich #finance #ambition #stocks #realestate #grind #millionaire #luxury #motivation #wisdom #startup #boss #marketing #inspiration #forbes #hair #blacktechmatters

[kamiartist9]

Show up for you lives! Sign the petitions, donate & fund black business & entrepreneurs, pull your funds out & away from the oppressors, use your platforms, Raise your voice, VOTE!!!✊🏾 THIS IS OUR LAND! WE NEED TO SAVE IT! ✊🏾 WAKE UP✊🏾 YOU NOT THE LIES THE OPPRESSORS FED YOU! FROM YOUR HEAD TO YOUR TOES YOU SCREAM ROYALTY! GOD’S CHOSEN CHILDREN! ✊🏾 Posted @withregram • @artfullinspirations ✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿 . . . . . . #hiphopculture #hiphopforever #therevolutionwillnotbetelevised #empowermenttomypeople #Blackentrepreneur #blackempire #BlackIntelligence #blackwallstreet #blackempowement #blackbusinessmatters #blackeconomics #BlackTechMatters #blackgirlsintech #blackstem #BlackComputerscientists #knowledgeishiphop #KnowledgeIsWealth #artfulllife @artfullinspirations https://www.instagram.com/p/CDE5mhiJoGs/?igshid=ltz8lbgn68kb

[jamaicanking22]

#Repost @afroroots.dna ・・・ Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia, also known as Ras Tafari Makonnen, was an Ethiopian ruler and emperor from 1916 to 1974. Undoubtedly, Selassie was one of the biggest sons of Africa whose name can never be erased from history. Even at a young age, Selassie showed promising intellectual capacity. His intelligence quickly earned him political appointments from the Ethiopian emperor. Selassie eventually became emperor of Ethiopia upon the death of his father-in-law. During his reign, several schools were constructed, social injustice fell, and the security forces of the state were strengthened. Selassie's internationalist views led to Ethiopia becoming a charter member of the United Nations.At the League of Nations in 1936, he condemned Italy's use of chemical weapons against its people during the Second Italo-Ethiopian War.Selassie used his immense influence on the continent to push for a more united Africa. He went on to build an extensive network of ties with African communities in the diaspora as well as other Caribbean islands. Up to this day, some circles within those communities (particularly the Rastafari community) often regard him as the reincarnated messiah. #haileselassie #love #haileselassiei #ethiopia #rasta #rastafari #jah #roots #dreds #kingofkings #afrotech #dnatest#blackgenetics #findyourafroroots #blackentrepreneurs #blacktechmatters #blackhistory #blm #westafrica #blackhistoryeveryday #africa #habesha #afrorootsdna #peace #onelove #jamaica #ganjah (at Anytime Fitness 港東通) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCqGNUQp1Ld/?igshid=xoc9uzf9n0be

[techandtechie]

Reposted from @newvoicesfamily Tuesday, May 19th, we're launching the New Voices Learning Lab LIVE! First up in the Lab is "Legal Considerations for Your Growing Business" with Squire Patton Boggs' Attorney Bryan Sims. This Learning Lab LIVE webinar will cover business structures; where to form your company; basic tax considerations; and funding vehicles for your business. ⁠Bryan Simms' presentation will be followed by time for Q&As so come prepared with your questions. Register at the link in our bio (https://bit.ly/NVLearningLab01) and we'll see you online for the Lab on Tuesday, May 19th at 3:00 pm ET. #NewVoicesLearningLab #PurposeAccessCapitalExpertise #NewVoicesFamily #NewVoicesFoundation #NewVoicesFund #womenofcolorentrepreneurs #femaleentrepreneurs #blackentrepreneurs #blackwomenentrepreneurs #blacktech #blacktechmatters #blacktechwomen #blacktechies #blacktechweek #latinasintechnology #latinaentrepreneur #latinasintech #latinaownedbusinesses #latinafounders #afrolatina #nativeamericanowned #learnfromexperts #learnfromtechies (at Alabama City, Alabama) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAYSIENpByH/?igshid=1w9a7bjdwue5v

[theclosetratchet]

In #Oakland covering the iconic #AfriTech conference with my sisters @iamtamishamonet & @thirdeye_ni ! Stay tuned for our interviews with a few CEOs from some of the top tech companies in the world. Thank you, @afro.tech, @blavity & @codesixpr. #afrotech #blacktechmatters https://www.instagram.com/p/B4qgAroJ_Ym/?igshid=klqam9h20ouz

[sls5s]

Founder & CEO Caroline Wilson, the brainchild behind @AfroAvenue, created the website and app after securing first round funding of over $1 million from investors. Located in Tech City in London and with almost 100,000 followers across social media and a growing member base AfroAvenue.com has come a long way. The site is free to join and is a global urban social media e-commerce platform, which allows its users to connect, share, buy, sell and discover with other members of its global community. From @blacknewsdotcom #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #blacklondon #blackbusiness #blackbusinesswomen #blackbusinessowner #supportblackownedbusinesses #blacktech #blacktechmatters https://www.instagram.com/p/B1nDms3jIlf/?igshid=17mca8k3swurd

[code404it]

Struggle Code 101: Not Learning Yet

Greetings! ( I don’t speak like this in real life...it’s just the first thing that popped into my head) 

Anywho, this is my new blog. I don’t know that I will be sharing anything life shattering or mind altering with you. 

I do know I will be sharing what I learn from time to time. Most of what I share is going to be very basic. This journey that I am on right now is a one that will allow me to reteach myself things I have already learned...only on a much more intimate level and at my own pace. 

I started #StruggleCode on Instagram a few months ago as a way to help me learn the terms I needed to know to get me through my time at FLATIRON SCHOOL. 

I ended up having to take a small break because I needed to start and complete my final project. Then after that I needed to study for my final project review. AND THEN...my kids when back to school, and by back to school I mean I have divided my house into separate sections so they can go to school online this semester because...COVID! 

Anyhow, I am now getting back into the swing of things and I am bringing #StruggleCode back. You can find it in my story on Instagram and also in my highlights. They are to act like flashcards. I started with RUBY ON RAILS. My plan going forward is to get a couple of decks up, one for JavaScript, ReactJS, Redux, and SQL. 

I will also be doing this blog here from time to time. This is where I will explore topics that I need to understand more OR stuff I find really interesting. 

I hope you enjoy the ride, it’s going to be a good one! 

[sherrytrueself]

#homestudio coming 2gether #brandbuilding #branding #diversity #inclusion #workinprogress #masterclass #entrepreneur #blackpreneur #blackintech #blacktechmatters #myblackisbeautiful #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #melaninmagic #melaninpoppin https://www.instagram.com/p/B_-5TphJ2ov/?igshid=10tpxs0zfdn92

[tonyaboydcannon]

Meet me x @georgechuck on Tuesday #InNewOrleans!!!!!!!!! ⚜️ Get your tickets for @nolavateblack NOW! A little work and a lot of play at #blacktechnola during Essence Festival Week. Roll thru July 2nd & 3rd with your conference pass.🍾🥂✨ . . #onetimeinnola #nolaweekend #blacktech #blackprofessional #blackintech #cityofyes #blacktechmatters #pocit #pocintech #NewOrleans #essencefestival #essencefest #happyhour #nola #TonyaBoydCannon #partnersncrime #pnc4lyfe (at New Orleans, Louisiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzV3X9NHTug/?igshid=s9zrzcyrrcef