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Broadcom Presents Design_Code_Build with Rock Star Nancy Douyon

1,220 views · Published 10 November 2014 · 18:27 · Indexed 26 October 2026

Channel: Computer History Museum · 2014 · Science & Technology

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Recorded: July 18, 2014

At  12 years old Nancy Douyon joined an after school computer skills program, where she learned to code, and became really excited about technology.  And despite the cultural norms and barriers she faced, she went on to university on a scholarship from Intel, she graduated, then went on to get her Masters in Human Computing Interaction.  Fast forward a few years later, and she was developing software for kidney dialysis machines and designing wearable technology. She’s now at Google as a User Experience researcher -- and simultaneously working towards her PhD in Human Factors Engineering. And the best part is, in her free time, she still volunteers with mentoring programs getting girls excited about CS. The Computer History Museum is delighted to welcome Design_Code_Build Rock Star, Nancy Douyon. 

About Broadcom Presents Design_Code_Build
Broadcom Presents Design_Code_Build is an interactive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) experience led by the Computer History Museum. Each event introduces Bay Area middle school students to the basic concepts behind coding and applied mathematics, in order to inspire them to pursue STEM in their future education and careers. 

Each event is keynoted by a “rock star” – a tech industry professional who shares his or her personal story to inspire students and pique their interest – and supported by other tech professionals who act as role models and mentors. Students will showcase the concepts and skills learned throughout the day, with fun and creative group presentations.

Catalog Number: 102737936
Lot Number: X7233.2015

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