Continuous Learning

In our fast-paced and ever-changing industry it’s critical to set aside time for personal development, and yet we often struggle to find the time to do this. (As an educator, of course, you’d expect me to say that.) I’m looking forward to sharing a few practical lessons I’ve learned that help square this circle, not least helping you find the elusive time you need to ensure you’re learning’s constant and you’re forever ahead of the curve.

As a web developer, I’m learning all the time. I need to know how to make my code work, but more importantly, I want to understand why my code works. I’ve learnt most of what I know from people sharing what they know and I love that I can now do the same. In my talk I want to share my highlights and frustrations of continuous learning, my experiences of working with a mentor and fitting it into my first year at Clearleft.

Continuous learning is a way of life for the curious. I left university after only 6 months and went travelling. I soon realised that I didn’t have to do only one thing to earn money. Many years later I tried to have jobs but was much more suited to freelancing. That way I could split myself over three business models and evolve as the world around me innovates the jobs away.