Mandy Arola

Mandy has been following developers & tech companies at meetups since 2016. She is NSS’s chief content wrangler, a.k.a. marketing manager. When she’s not writing blogs, managing social media, pestering instructors & graduates for content, or attending meetups, you can find her traveling the world or at home with her beloved dog Lola.
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Nashville Tech Meetups - August 2025
Jul 31, 2025
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Discover Nashville's top tech meetups this August, from data talks to kayaking trips. Stay connected and collaborate with the vibrant local tech community! Read More
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Topics: Community, Meetups & Community Events

NSS Alumni Forge A Path In Data Engineering
Jul 30, 2025
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What does a data engineer do? In this episode, NSS alumni Teresa Whitesell and Joshua Rio-Ross discuss their career paths from data analytics to data engineering. Listen in to hear how their education prepared them and what makes data engineering different from other tech careers. Read More
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Topics: Student Stories, Analytics + Data Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering

From Confusion to Confidence: A Guide to Git & GitHub
Jul 9, 2025
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Learn how Git and GitHub can transform your workflow from confusion to confidence, with tips from Monica Weiss-Sharp, a Staff Data Engineer at HCA and NSS alumna. Read More
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Topics: Learning, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering, Data Engineering

Nashville Tech Meetups - July 2025
Jun 30, 2025
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Discover the hottest tech meetups in Nashville this July 2025, including events for Python, Linux, .NET, Data Science, and more. Stay tuned for new additions! Read More
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Topics: Community, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Data Engineering, Meetups & Community Events

Advanced SQL For Developers Open For Community Applications
Jun 19, 2025
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Free Advanced SQL For Developers course open to Middle Tennessee residents seeking their first tech job or recently laid off tech professionals. Apply now to enhance your SQL skills. Read More
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Topics: Web Development

Two New Programs Now Underway at NSS: Data Engineering & Cloud Deployment Fundamentals
Jun 4, 2025
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Two new free tech courses from NSS: Data Engineering Bootcamp and Cloud Deployment Fundamentals, launched to support job seekers. Read More
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Topics: Web Development, Data Engineering

Nashville Tech Meetups - June 2025
May 30, 2025
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Find and attend Nashville's favorite tech meetups in June 2025. Perfect for learning and networking. Stay updated on the latest events and connect with fellow techies. Read More
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Topics: Community, Meetups & Community Events

Code Campfire: Building Community, Building Skills | Stories From The Hackery
May 21, 2025
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Learn how Code Campfire supports Nashville Software School grads with projects, mentorship, and community, providing real-world experience and networking opportunities. Read More
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Topics: Community, UI/UX, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering

What Happens When AI Builds Your App? | Stories From The Hackery
May 6, 2025
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Discover how agentic AI tools like Roo Code are revolutionizing software development by building applications faster and more efficiently. Read More
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Nashville Tech Meetups - May 2025
Apr 28, 2025
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Find the top tech meetups in Nashville this May 2025 and connect with the local tech community. Mark your calendars for these exciting events! Read More
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Topics: Community, Meetups & Community Events

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