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William A. Adams, Software Engineer, DEI Innovator, and Philanthropist

William A. Adams, Software Engineer, DEI Innovator, and Philanthropist

Update: 2023-10-24
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William A. Adams is a software engineer, DEI innovator, and philanthropist whose contributions to the field have been documented by the Computer History Museum. He spent more than 20 years at Microsoft, where he rolled out critical XML code globally, co-founded the Leap program, and served as Kevin’s first technical advisor. In this episode, Kevin and William discuss how William got interested in STEM at a young age, founding a software development company in the 80s, his career at Microsoft and pioneering D&I programing, and the importance of equity and diversity in tech. 

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William A. Adams, Software Engineer, DEI Innovator, and Philanthropist

William A. Adams, Software Engineer, DEI Innovator, and Philanthropist

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