In this episode, we explore the unique experiences of living and working in Silicon Valley. From the culture shock of constant tech talk and startup hustle to the surprising realities of company perks and the intense work environment, our panelists share their personal stories and insights. Whether you're curious about the career opportunities or the challenges of life in the Valley, this episode offers an insider's view of what it's really like to be at the heart of the tech industry.

Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Stacy London - @stacylondoner
Augustus Yuan - @augburto

Picks:
Ryan Burgess - From Engineer to Leader: The Path to Engineering Management https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ci0dbaIFiI&t=1s
Ryan Burgess -
Stacy London - Jon Hopkins - RITUAL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nmwxYmg-Gs
Augustus Yuan - Former Students Are Suing For-Profit Coding Bootcamp BloomTech https://www.forbes.com/sites/edwardconroy/2023/03/29/former-students-are-suing-for-profit-coding-bootcamp-bloomtech/
Augustus Yuan - React Compiler Playground https://playground.react.dev/

Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/what-is-it-like-to-work-in-silicon-valley