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Microbes, Whales, and Everything in Between: A Vignette of Terror at 4x the Speed

A throwback flash talk from 2016! Let it remind you that you can do tough things, but:

  1. Sometimes you still panic
  2. Sometimes you need a friendly guide
  3. Sometimes you should take a look at how far you’ve come
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Josepha Haden Chomphosy

Since 2019, Josepha Haden Chomphosy has served as the Executive Director of WordPress, the most widely used content management system in the world. She is passionate about creating inclusive communities and helping people develop the skills they need to succeed in the digital age. Josepha is known for her leadership skills, her passion for open source software, and her commitment to creating a more equitable and inclusive tech industry. She is a sought-after speaker and mentor, and has been recognized for her contributions to the world of technology and beyond. You can read her occasional writing on josepha.blog

2 responses to “Microbes, Whales, and Everything in Between: A Vignette of Terror at 4x the Speed”

  1. Aditya Avatar
    Aditya

    Was the issue with getting into any water body or just the very large ones like the oceans/seas.
    For me it’s always the sea, I cannot even get past ankle high water into the sea. But can manage to get into a lake or a river — mainly anywhere I can see the edges
    (I know very ironic for my username being ‘bombaypirate’ across the interwebs)

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    1. Josepha Haden Chomphosy Avatar
      Josepha Haden Chomphosy

      I think a lot of it is the vastness, yes! But also, not being able to see what’s down there and having no way to gain traction should something surprise me, you know?

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