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GDG on Campus Strathmore University - Info Session 2025
The document discusses the GDG on Campus onboarding event for the class of 2025-26, focusing on the program's goals to empower aspiring developers through workshops, networking, and industry connections. It highlights the roles of various team members and introduces speakers passionate about technology and community building. Additionally, it outlines community guidelines and emphasizes the importance of leadership and collaboration within the tech ecosystem.
GDG on Campus Strathmore University - Info Session 2025
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- 3. GDG on Campus OnboardingEvent Class of 2025-26 We’ll be starting shortly...
- 4. Ground Rules Mics onMute 1 2 3 Mute your mics to avoid disturbance; you can participate via chat or unmute when needed Be mindful and respectful of other members in the meeting Be Nice Keep your questions and comments relevant to the purpose of this meeting Stay On-Topic Got a Question? Please make use of the Q & A tab to ask your questions 4
- 5. Welcome to theGDG on Campus program Hey everyone!
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- 8. The Core Team ShreeyaPatel Campus Lead Lance Munyao Co-Lead Rahab Khisa Events Lead Caleb Chemwa Content Lead Natalia Mwangi Outreach Lead Valerie Kasana Logistics Lead Memusi Robi Finance Lead Crystal Kanana Admin Lead
- 9. GDG on Campus Lead/Organizer Strathmore University SHREEYA PATEL
- 10. Strathmore University GDG onCampus Co-Lead LANCE MUNYAO
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- 17. Meet the Speakers GDGoCInfo Session
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- 19. Daisy Kirui isa fourth-year Geospatial Engineering student at the University of Nairobi passionate about using technology to address food insecurity and climate change. As a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador and co-founder of BuildIT Connective, a network focused on building people, innovations, and careers. Daisy is passionate about fostering a thriving tech ecosystem here in Africa.
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- 21. Farah Abdirahman isa passionate Computer Science graduate from KCA University with a strong background in software engineering, machine learning, and cloud computing. As a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador and an A2SV program participant, he actively hones his problem-solving and development skills.
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- 23. GDG On CampusProgram Overview ● Empower aspiring developers to become tech leaders and innovators. ● Foster a collaborative community for learning and development. ● Provide access to Google's resources, experts, and technologies. ● Organize workshops, hackathons, and events on campus. ● Connect aspiring developers with industry professionals and mentors.
- 24. • Google DeveloperGroups (GDG) are global communities of developers and tech enthusiasts who learn, share, and connect with one another to build innovative solutions. • GDG chapters host events, workshops, and meetups to explore Google technologies like Android, Firebase, Google Cloud, Al, and more. • The goal is to provide a platform where developers can collaborate, improve their skills and create projects that have an impact.
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- 27. To Empower andImpact aspiring developers grow through technology Bridging the gap between theory and practice Industry readiness through skills trainings. Our Vision
- 28. • Learning andDevelopment: GDG aims to empower developers and students by providing opportunities to learn new skills through hands- on workshops, hackathons, and study groups. • Networking: It fosters collaboration among local tech communities, connecting members with industry experts, mentors, and peers. • Career Growth: GDG helps members improve their career prospects through networking, mentorship, and access to Google's learning resources and certifications.
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- 30. To help studentstransition from aspiring developers to professionals, GDSC is now part of the GDG community. GDSC will now be known as GDGs on Campus a dedicated space within the GDG community focused on nurturing the next generation of developers within university settings. This strengthens our commitment to empowering developers of all backgrounds fostering a supportive and inclusive community where knowledge-sharing, connections, and innovation thrive.
- 31. DSC started inIndia in 2017 as a pilot to help solve the challenges university graduates were facing securing employment in the tech industry. Then expanded to Indonesia and Sub-Saharan Africa GDSC in Europe was started in 2019 2017 2019 2024 GDSC transitioned into GDG on Campus!
- 32. Jan Feb MarchApril May June July August Sept Oct Nov Dec September- December DevFest Jan - Apr Build with AI Ongoing Road to Google Developers Certifications May - July Google IO Extended Google Events Calendar GDGs GDG on Campus Jan - Apr Build with AI May - July Google IO Extended September- December Info sessions and Study Jams
- 33. Community-first Leadership Ideas oneffective, community-centred leadership 🚀
- 34. “Community-first leadership isthe ability to understand and guide a group of like-minded people towards a common goal”
- 35. Understand the community ●Learn about your community & its needs: values, skills, ideals and aspirations ● Identify your most important community members ● Think of the community as a whole ● Listen to ideas and opinions 1
- 36. Mobilize and inspire ●Effective community leadership: education, inspiration, motivation and mobilization ● Communicate, coach, convince ● Be authentic Bring your leadership style to life 2
- 37. Be accountable tothe community ● Encourage feedback ● Foster open discussions on key topics, activities, events ● Lead with honesty and integrity ● Get in the trenches with the community 3
- 38. Self-care ● Keep itsimple Community work doesn’t have to be flashy, and complex. Just stick to your mission ● Ask for help You can’t do it all alone - someone else is more often than not willing to help ● Be kind to yourself Search for moments that bring you joy, peace, and calm 4
- 39. 1. Understand yourcommunity 2. Learn! 3. Be accountable 4. Take care of yourself “ You are not a leader only because you’re a community organiser. You become a leader because others recognise you as such ” –Sebastian Wrapping up
- 40. GDG on CampusPlatforms & Groups Events Platform Home page ● Easy to use and navigate gdg.community.dev
- 41. The community doesn’t endwith you
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- 43. How can you sharethe spotlight?
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- 48. “ There’s alot you can achieve when you’re not thinking who gets the credit ” ~ Olumide Balogun
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- 51. Happy Valentine’s We havea gift for you ;)
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