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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.

Recent Posts

Nashville Tech Meetups - July 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

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

Advanced SQL For Developers Open For Community Applications

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

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

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

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

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

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

Scaling A Tech Career Through Life-long Learning | Stories From The Hackery

In the latest episode of Stories from the Hackery, we talk with NSS alumnus Chris Miller, whose journey vividly illustrates the power of life-long learning. Chris's career has taken him from jazz composition and bass performance to becoming a critical part of the team scaling Tubi's platform. Read More

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Topics: Alumni, Web Development, Software Engineering

Generative AI Levels the Playing Field for Neurodiverse Technologists | Stories From The Hackery

In this episode of Stories From The Hackery, we sit down with NSS alum, Shalane Proctor, and instructor, Dr. Teresa Vasquez (Dr. T), for an honest and insightful conversation about neurodiversity, learning to code, and generative AI as an assistive technology. Read More

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Topics: Alumni, Community, Web Development, Software Engineering