S3 Ep73: Sustainability, Accessibility and DevRel with Sara Faatz, Progress

S3 Ep73: Sustainability, Accessibility and DevRel with Sara Faatz, Progress

Author: DevOps Institute April 5, 2022 Duration: 43:41
On this episode of the Humans of DevOps, Jason Baum is joined by Sara Faatz. They discuss:

  • How Sara got into developer relations
  • Initiatives at Progress that focus on the human side of software development
  • How accessibility and sustainability plays into the human side of software development
  • Steps organizations can take to improve developer relations  
  • What a sustainable and accessible future in the tech industry looks like
  • SHARKS
Thanks to our episode sponsor Kolide!

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Sara Faatz is the director of the developer relations team at Progress. She has spent the majority of her career in the developer space, building community, producing events, creating marketing programs and more. With more than 20 years experience leading corporate and product marketing and community building for organizations that target primarily the developer audience, Sara has a proven track record of conceptualizing and orchestrating campaigns that evolve the brand and positively impact the company’s image and revenue. Over the years, she has run marketing departments (both large and small), built community programs from the ground up, created partner programs, and acted as a brand ambassador and spokesperson for various organizations. When she’s not working, she likes diving with sharks, running, and watching hockey. You can find her on twitter and LinkedIn.

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Behind every line of code, server configuration, and deployment pipeline, there's a person with a story. The Humans of DevOps Podcast Series, from the DevOps Institute, moves beyond the technical manuals and toolchains to explore the lived experiences of the individuals shaping modern technology. This isn't a how-to guide; it's a series of conversations about the cultural shifts, philosophical challenges, and societal impacts woven into the fabric of DevOps practices. Each episode sits at the intersection of technology and humanity, discussing how news and trends affect real teams, and how the principles of collaboration and continuous improvement resonate far beyond the data center. You'll hear from practitioners, leaders, and thinkers who share their journeys, failures, and insights, revealing the human connections that make technological transformation possible. Tune into this podcast for a thoughtful, often surprising look at the people redefining how we build and operate the systems our world relies on, reminding us that progress is ultimately a human endeavor.
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