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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Recent Posts

Nashville Tech Meetups - September 2025
Aug 29, 2025
Explore Nashville's tech scene this September with meetups ranging from coding and UX discussions to Linux and data nerd gatherings. Join the community and enhance your skills. Read More

Topics: Community, Meetups & Community Events

The Playbook: How to Network Authentically (Without Feeling Awkward)
Aug 28, 2025
Learn how to network authentically and build long-term professional relationships with these practical tips and strategies for job seekers. Read More

Topics: Community, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering, Data Engineering

Don't Just Apply: Finding Your First Tech Role in the Hidden Job Market
Aug 21, 2025
Discover effective strategies beyond online applications and unlock the hidden job market by leveraging your network and personal connections to find your first tech role. Read More

Topics: Community, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering, Data Engineering

Nashville Tech Meetups - August 2025
Jul 31, 2025
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

Topics: Community, Meetups & Community Events

NSS Alumni Forge A Path In Data Engineering
Jul 30, 2025
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

Topics: Student Stories, Analytics + Data Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering

From Confusion to Confidence: A Guide to Git & GitHub
Jul 9, 2025
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

Topics: Learning, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering, Data Engineering

Nashville Tech Meetups - July 2025
Jun 30, 2025
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

Topics: Community, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Data Engineering, Meetups & Community Events

Advanced SQL For Developers Open For Community Applications
Jun 19, 2025
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

Topics: Web Development

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

Topics: Web Development, Data Engineering

Nashville Tech Meetups - June 2025
May 30, 2025
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

Topics: Community, Meetups & Community Events

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