Week One of Mission Techies

The first week of Mission Techies was very interesting. Some stuff Leo taught us was already to my knowledge, but he put a spin on it and gave me a better understanding of the things I knew so well. When we were putting together our skills chart, I learned more about myself and how my skills have developed over the years. Leo gave us ice breakers during each beginning of class. For example, Leo asked us what technology have I used recently, I said social media and how I updated my status. He asked me how I could make that more of an easier task . so I researched and presented it in class. it was a fun and knowledgeable experiment. That task really helped me think I could do more research on that topic. I'm excited to see what other interesting things I would learn over the next 11 more weeks I have with Mission Techies. This first week was amazing and I'm ready to see what happens next!

-Michael AKA MichaelSoft

My first week at Mission Techies...

Hmm... my first week at MT was pretty awesome. New folks to work with and new things to learn. Awesome! What wasn't awesome was that we were made to present ourselves in front of four random strangers. It wasn't weird considering that I don't know anyone in here, but still nerve wrecking nonetheless. I'm gonna need to learn how to talk to big groups of people without getting stage fright. On the other hand, I'm definitely ready to learn more about the machines that pretty much run our daily lives for us. I'm used to many things but I'm ready to erase what I know and absorb everything I learn.

-Nelson Quezada, Mission Tex

“If you have an important point to make, don't try to be subtle or clever. Use a pile driver. Hit the point once. Then come back and hit it again. Then hit it a third time - a tremendous whack.” ― Winston S. Churchill

Fall program first week

Fall program first week

 

 

 

My first week as a mission techie has been quite an experience. I heard of MEDA as I was browsing the web for opportunities for affordable housing and it lead to the mission techies program. For me was a little bit hard to make the decision to commit to this program due to having a daughter of the age of two without childcare. Leo encourage me to try it and commit for 144hours. After talking to my husband we both decided this is an opportunity that can lead me to a career or a job. The first day was orientation where we learned what the program is about and everything that we will work in the next 12 weeks. Our first day as a Mission techie was on September the 21st at 1:00pm, we did a TABE Assessment and we also had a talk with Leah that works on the Mentorship program. On Tuesday we had to present our Skill chart and give a little bit of background about ourselves, it helped me a lot to realize what type of skill do I have and what do I need to work on. At the presentation we had a few guests from Year Up and Frog that sat down and observed us. We also had to go to out and do an activity with a classmate to do some research at some tech shops. On Thursday we did It Waste Activity where we had to do inventory and give out some products that do not work anymore for an event. We talked about operational procedures and we started writing on the blog. I find the program very interesting and I am glad I was able to work out my situation to be part of this great opportunity that was presented to me at the right time. I am looking forward for any adventures that this can lead to.

 

 

 

Susana Ramirez.

My first week

So showing up to mission felt a little like home. Although walking into a building that smells like fish was not what was I expecting, but it also was not a disappointment. It was amazing that it was three floors, and everyone here is nice and friendly. I am excited to come back next week, this week was just learning about what mission techies have to offer an the rules and regulations, as well as knowing your way around the facilities and who you will be working with. We have a great group for the fall, and I cant wait to see the projects we will work on also I feel with what I know before coming to the techies I can offer Leo something in return to help him out in the future. Just a little something in return for giving back so much to the community. I really like what Leo is doing here in the Mission I really do hope it will spread out and become more. well that's all I really have to post oh, hey Leo since I know you are going to read this here is a little joke for you. Have you heard of the movie constipation? "No" That's because it has not came out yet. Lmao!!!!

Raphael

Week 1. Day 3. We Survived

It's Thursday!

Back at ranch (Techies HQ) it's the first week of the fall class and we got to know each other through a series of ice breakers, class activities and presentations. We all got to share the good, the bad, and the ugly with one another though I can't say it wasn't nerve wracking. We didn't know what to expect from this class but we weren't disappointed. We had fun getting to know one another and knowing how we function both in a relaxed environment and under pressure. Leo is cool (even if he doesn't let us do a class burrito run). We got the lecture on the basics of soft skills and safety and it's assumed that this info will be carried out in our future careers in technology. It's nice being able to work within a small class with a cool environment. We're all eager to get our hands dirty with taking apart the pcs already. Really looking forward to coding and finding out what's wrong with my own pc at home.

Jennifer

Week 1 from Mission Techie Head Quarters

This week at the Mission Techies head quarters I was introduced to many new amazing people. I will be working with this group for 12 weeks and am very excited to get to now and learn from all of them. Leo has explained to us what we should expect to learn during our time in the Mission Techies program.

We have already gone on a treasure hunt and even got to present our Skill Charts to representatives of Frog and Year Up. Through these activities I have gotten to know my peers better and have been able to see what it is they bring to the table.

I am super excited to be working with this amazing group! Can't wait for all the wonderful experiences that I know this program will provide and all the laughs I know I will have with the Mission Techies.

I will be sure to keep you posted on all things that happen at the Mission Techies Head Quarters.

Until Next Time,
Arleth

First Week of Mission Techies by Alicia

My first week as a techie has been fun! I knew this would be a great opportunity for me but I didn't expect it to also be entertaining. Class is never dull and I have a great group of people to work with.

 

We gave presentations in front of a couple reputable companies on our skill charts. I didn't realize how nervous I was until I stood in front of the class. Everyone was supportive of each other and clapped for each presentation. We are a team at Mission Techies and I am enjoying getting to know everyone.

 

Leo is great, he is funny and extremely intelligent. I am looking forward to gaining knowledge from him. I am a little worried that I won't be good at this, but I think that is normal when you do something for the first time. I believe in myself though, so I have a feeling I will do well. I actively participate in class and feel like I am really learning something.

 

I am stoked to go to Google next Friday! I want to work for Google one day and have heard amazing things about their corporate office. I am also excited to eventually understand techie terminology too! There are so many things to look forward to.

This week was fun.

-Alicia

First week at MEDA!

First week at MEDA for Missiontechie is a refresh of what I've learn in my college courses. I've enjoy all our guests visits so far. I got a good sense of where this program will lead me. Leo's knowledge and professionalism of the tech world is more than my expectation. One thing I've learn so far this week is to be strictly professional and how to handle a situation or scenario in the tech world. Another one is how to be quick when reacting on to employers as well as what employers look for in hiring you in the tech field industry. For example, Teamwork and people skill is very important in this field, because if you can't work with people, no matter how much certification you have an employer might not hire you. Finally, I am definitely looking forward to the final week of the program as well as next week for the Google visit.

TechnoloChi.

Welcome Fall 2015 Mission Techies

Hi Mission Techies participants for the fall 2015 cohort,

On behalf of the Mission Economic Development Agency and myself we would like to welcome to the Mission Techies Blog Spot page.

This is your blog page, where you are going to share your thoughts, experience, new technology skills that you have acquired and as well as sharing ideas.

You are encourage to blog once a week, typically this will happen on Thursdays from 4:30 - 5:00pm. We call it weekly reflection time, think of a small tech journal where we all (internally) will benefit from reading everyone's blog and learn together during the next 12 weeks.

Keep it professional, check your spelling and typos before you publish but most importantly HAVE FUN!

Leo AKA Tera Byte Sensei!