Learning to Code Without a Map: Mentorship and Entry Paths in the Post-Bootcamp Era

Erin Pintozzi – “Learning to Code Without a Map: Mentorship and Entry Paths in the Post-Bootcamp Era” – Rocky Mountain Ruby 2025

I’ve been disconnected from the junior and hiring scene since I stepped back into an individual contributor role. Recently, though, a friend of mine decided they wanted to get into the field. I poked my head up and looked around, and I was shocked at what I found. This talk is a great overview of what’s different today compared to six years ago, and what can be done about it.