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Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat! Tonight's topic MENTORSHIP!

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bjosk Jun 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss All of the people I consider mentors have been so by a fluke. I have had many formal mentors who have had zero effect on me.

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

kimberlypilbeam Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Finding a mentor is so incredibly important. Find someone you can look up to, talk to about career paths, and seek advice from. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat! Tonight's topic MENTORSHIP!

ChiSenires Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss up till now, I still don't know who I can consider my mentor.

ChiSenires Jun 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

There are people I look up to, ask advice from... but they come and go, I guess? #DevDiscuss

ChiSenires Jun 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Or maybe I'm just shy to keep asking them questions 😅 I always worry that I might bother them if I keep asking their advice #DevDiscuss

kimberlypilbeam Jun 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Being a mentor is a rewarding job. You get to see a young caterpillar 🐛 turn into a beautiful butterfly 🦋 #DevDiscuss

bendhalpern Jun 20 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I've had more experience mentoring than receiving because I'm bad at asking for help, but lately I've been doing some of both 😊 #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

phillipcjohnson Jun 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Lucky to have had 2 unofficial mentors. A non-technical boss helped me grow as a person, a Sr. Dev. helped me grow as a dev. 👍#DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

Pahimar Jun 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I have! It was great! After I got over the initial "omg I'm so dumb" feeling I began to learn so much. I gained a friend too! #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

KPath001 Jun 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

This is my fear as well when it comes to my mentors as well.... I have so much to ask but don't want to bother them #devdiscuss

In reply to @ChiSenires

bendhalpern Jun 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Receiving mentorship is awesome and I plan to seek it out more! Anybody wanna mentor me?!? ❤️ #DevDiscuss

courtneyxann Jun 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I've mentored 2 interns so far. It's good to form a partnership with them & make sure it is two sided. (Learn from them too) #devdiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

grmpyprogrammer Jun 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Mentoring less-experienced devs is my favourite way to give back to programming communities #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kimberlypilbeam Jun 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Finding a mentor is usually more successful than being assigned a mentor. There's chemistry you need to communicate freely. #DevDiscuss

DiganLuispa Jun 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A good mentor starts with the fundamental first always. #DevDiscuss

KPath001 Jun 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I'll take some of that mentorship if you are giving those away haha #devdiscuss

In reply to @bendhalpern

cecilianempire Jun 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Challenging to find "the right" mentor since there is much to know in dev & luckily this world thrives on circulated info #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

MightyPupil Jun 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#devdiscuss mentoring was my favorite part of my last job and the only part I truly miss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

Wintermute21 Jun 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I have had mentors, but it's been hit or miss. unfortunately. Wish I had better ones. #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

cecilianempire Jun 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Have found mentors via YouTube videos, keynotes speeches, podcasts, causal conversations with developers from all walks of life #devdiscuss

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Pahimar Jun 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

The most important thing in a mentorship relationship is that it is built on trust and respect #DevDiscuss

michaelsoolee Jun 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Yup. Mentored a few weeks ago for the 1st time. Wasn't bad. Mentee was patient & I learned that I knew more than I thought #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

grmpyprogrammer Jun 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I like it so much I am coaching devs at a code retreat in August https://t.co/oG72kgsJoO #DevDiscuss

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DiganLuispa Jun 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

To be a good mentor you need to be patient, focused and clear. #DevDiscuss

michaelsoolee Jun 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Also have learned in the past w/being ok about saying I don't know. But try to follow up since you want to help mentee succeed #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

grmpyprogrammer Jun 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Really depends on how much help you want to give. I've done it from simple email threads to Skype sessions every other week #DevDiscuss

In reply to @MohammadDurrani, @ThePracticalDev

Wintermute21 Jun 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Also in my experience, they have to want to mentor you, and you have to get on well with them anyway, otherwise it will be awks #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

phillipcjohnson Jun 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I was a formal mentor last summer, but the program was poorly planned. 2 strangers in a mentorship need a plan. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

bendhalpern Jun 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

There have been several great https://t.co/E4yHRJBPFO posts on mentorship. This one seems to be the fave https://t.co/TtOnHluPyR #DevDiscuss

MichelleRobbins Jun 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I credit my 3 amazing mentors with setting me on my dev path. I mentor my team & others now because I know how crucial it is. #DevDiscuss

jacobbc71183 Jun 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

About to start a mentoring program at work. Any good resources to prepare the mentors? #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

pandyzhao Jun 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Not sure if being a teacher assistant/TA counts but I loved seeing the lightbulb turn on and they answer their own questions #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

samjarman Jun 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss Mentors are great, but how do you actually get one? Isn't asking a bit awkward? I explain: https://t.co/wzaDsaorEm

diegoduarterj Jun 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Never had a mentor, wish I had. I guess I inspired myself in some other devs, but no mentorship relation with them. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

diegoduarterj Jun 20 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I would be curious to find more about how people met their mentors and how/if they approached them for mentorship. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

MightyPupil Jun 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#devdiscuss everything I learned about mentoring I learned online. Major shoutouts to @recursecenter's various posts

In reply to @recursecenter

diegoduarterj Jun 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Also, not sure what exactly mentorship means. For me it's much more than just help someone a few times with answers/explanations #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

Wintermute21 Jun 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

especially if your mentorship is dictated by your manager and not organic. #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

DiganLuispa Jun 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Be a good mentor it's always regarding, you'll see carbons 🌑 converted into diamonds💎 #DevDiscuss

MightyPupil Jun 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#devdiscuss things like eliminating feigned surprise (and even just putting a name to it) are essential and I learned from them

In reply to @recursecenter

kimberlypilbeam Jun 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

1st day I was given an "onboarding buddy"-helped me find online resources, the bathroom 😂, & I had a friend on day 1. Recommend. #DevDiscuss

BunkyFob Jun 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss I've helped at several #DjangoGirls events. I've also helped people on IRC for over a decade. You can learn HEAPS by helping.

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

Wintermute21 Jun 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

and if you try to forge a mentorship with someone who doesn't really want to do it, you'll piss them and you off. #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

Wintermute21 Jun 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

just my experiences over the last few years. #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

mssodin28 Jun 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

This is what keeps me going everyday. To learn new things and to pass on what little I know to others. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @Pahimar

phillipcjohnson Jun 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

What's been your best mentorship experience? #DevDiscuss

alainakafkes Jun 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

I once organized a women in tech mentorship program. Mentees sign up like crazy, but it's WAY difficult to galvanize mentors. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

_aar0n_ Jun 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss I tutored CS at my university. It was one of the most rewarding experiences, right next to solving problems with code

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

techgirl1908 Jun 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

I've been both. An important thing I've learned is that it's critical for the mentee to drive the relationship. Be proactive. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

BunkyFob Jun 20 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I hope to soon be mentoring a team in Zimbabwe who are bootstrapping the Python community there. #DevDiscuss

JakeDohm Jun 20 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I was “hired” in an apprentice/mentee role over a year ago, and have learned a crazy amount (not just about code) in that time. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

MightyPupil Jun 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

OH YEAH also actively making a point of being available, esp. in a workplace where everyone is/seems super busy, is critical! #devdiscuss

celo_fett Jun 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I don't have a mentor but really wish I did :( #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

techgirl1908 Jun 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I don't expect (or want) my mentors to check on me every X weeks. I go to them when I need them and have a very clear agenda. #DevDiscuss

kimberlypilbeam Jun 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Not all my mentors are in tech either. Find someone who has successfully navigated your struggles. Can even be famous. #DevDiscuss

alainakafkes Jun 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Another thought (and not just for women): mentorship isn't the full package. Sponsorship matters, too! #DevDiscuss https://t.co/aLrOFxAamf

courtneyxann Jun 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I also think it's good in the beginning to meet once a month or whatever just to build a relationship. #devdiscuss

In reply to @techgirl1908

JakeDohm Jun 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

While still learning some things on my own, it was priceless to have more exp. devs to watch and learn from, ask questions, etc #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

bendhalpern Jun 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

It's weird to call someone a mentor. It kind of "makes it official" 😳 #DevDiscuss

KPath001 Jun 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I agree initially it was super helpful when my mentor setup interval meeting sessions and built a healthy relationship #devdiscuss

In reply to @courtneyxann, @techgirl1908

techgirl1908 Jun 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

hmm interesting. I hate scheduled mentoring meetings but maybe thats bc I usually get mentors I already have a relationship with #DevDiscuss

In reply to @courtneyxann

jessdelgrande Jun 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I'm an intermediate dev and I'm mentoring a girl while she goes through boot camp. It's seriously the best part of my week! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

TiffanyW_412 Jun 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Yes. I didn’t have to ask. Prof my age liked my code so much she wanted to mentor me. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

Rachell_Calhoun Jun 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Both! Beginners can mentor even newer beginners effectively because it's so fresh and relevant. #learnbydoing #masterbyteaching #devdiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

bendhalpern Jun 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I'm constantly looking for opportunities to sponsor someone who could benefit from it #DevDiscuss

In reply to @alainakafkes

TiffanyW_412 Jun 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Unfortunately I had a nervous brand quit that semester. She decided not to mentor me anymore. I’ve tried to explain. Nope. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

TiffanyW_412 Jun 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Nervous breakdown. Damn autocorrect. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

techgirl1908 Jun 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Do you feel you have to be assigned a mentor? Is there someone who you look up to that you can ask to be your mentor? #DevDiscuss

In reply to @celo_fett

xcentrik4 Jun 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss Each mentor I'm paired with leaves the company before we even get started. I don't think I'm that repulsive?

celo_fett Jun 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

follow up to this, current place doesn't really do well with mentorships. something i've been wanting to change for years... #devdiscuss

JBCodes Jun 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Any advice on avenues to find a mentor? #DevDiscuss

IBeRenascent Jun 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Yes, was a mentor. A lot of fun, but main interest has to be of collaboration, not just spouting stuff you know (good and bad) #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

techgirl1908 Jun 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

True! I even have mentors that are younger than I am. They keep me current. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @Rachell_Calhoun

KPath001 Jun 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

How do you usually find your mentors? Just curious cause I would love to find more #devdiscuss

In reply to @techgirl1908, @celo_fett

not_1257 Jun 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Any advice on finding a mentor? or asking someone to be your mentor ? #devdiscuss

kpavlovsky_pro Jun 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Usually, while explaining something to mentee I see what I don't exactly understand and have to dig deeper. #devdiscuss

In reply to @michaelsoolee, @ThePracticalDev

JT_Grimes Jun 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I always feel too intermediate a dev to know whether I should be mentoring or menteeing. #DevDiscuss #ImposterSyndrome

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

zhentzhou Jun 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

i wish i have a mentor, i just out cold in the streets, and lost #devdiscuss

techgirl1908 Jun 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I ask people who I admire and think I can learn something from. I don't limit it to within my company. #devdiscuss

In reply to @JBCodes

kpavlovsky_pro Jun 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Part of my everyday job for several years as CTO. Mentees are my own employees or clients' devs. Love to teach other devs #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

andreasklinger Jun 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Can't commit to long-term mentoring anybody but happy to jump on a 📞 about product/people/data or code. I'm sure many others too #DevDiscuss

yechielk Jun 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Been mostly menteed Recently started mentoring a bit and learned that as little you know, there those who know less you can help #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

techgirl1908 Jun 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

maybe they have never been asked. Ask them :) It just might make their day #devdiscuss

In reply to @celo_fett

Pahimar Jun 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I wonder if there could be a mentorship app for professionals We could call it Mentor #badtinderpun #DevDiscuss

kpavlovsky_pro Jun 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#devdiscuss initially i started blog about @prestashop . After year I met people saying 'u are guy behind that blog' since then i teach devs

KimCrayton1 Jun 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

How is it possible that I stumbled on to this chat w/this topic...must be my lucky day #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Have you had experience being a mentor or a mentee in your software career? What was it like? If not, why? #DevDiscuss

Pahimar Jun 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

#swiperighttolearn #devdiscuss

mrxinu Jun 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

That's brilliant. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @kimberlypilbeam

mrxinu Jun 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

So if you've got the free cycles to spend mentoring someone (say, starting with Go), where would you advertise that? #DevDiscuss

KimCrayton1 Jun 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Mentors needed on the @JrDevMentoring Slack https://t.co/7KYlo8QM4R. It's a great way to connect and give back #devdiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

In the last few minutes of #DevDiscuss, anybody want to give a shoutout to a project or personal news or anything else at all?

yechielk Jun 20 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Also learned: teaching to code is as much fun as (if not more than) learning to code! #DevDiscuss

NickHansen600 Jun 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Siacoin is going to change the way the world stores data. I'm working on a few projects with it. Go check it out #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

KimCrayton1 Jun 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Mentoring is challenging and rewording but if not approached with intention and a plan it can lead to negative outcomes #devdiscuss

yechielk Jun 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Personal news (related to the topic) just got a p/t job as Technical Coach for @FlatironSchool Glad for the chance to give back! #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Jun 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

In the last few minutes of #DevDiscuss, anybody want to give a shoutout to a project or personal news or anything else at all?