East Meets West: Pakistani Professional Journeys
§ The goal of this podcast is to provide stories and experiences of Pakistani professionals in their respective industries and to allow listeners to be more informed of their field of interest.
§ A common connection being Pakistani roots allows for relatable stories for individuals who are looking to grow in their profession or simply want to learn more about a particular field.
§ There will be no industry left untouched from start-ups, traditional careers paths or newer outlets such as podcasts, YouTube or side hustles. Join me as we explore the various careers that Pakistani professionals are working at in the West.
East Meets West: Pakistani Professional Journeys
S2 EP12 | Full Stack Developer at Emoot | ft. Alishba Ali
In this episode of the East Meets West Pakistani Professional Journeys Podcast, we interview Alishba, a full stack software developer, about her move from Pakistan to Canada. She shares her educational background, the challenges of adapting to a new country during COVID-19, and the difficulties in securing a job in her field. Alishba emphasizes the importance of doing your own research, building a professional portfolio, and leveraging mentorship. She also discusses how taking baby steps and getting out of her comfort zone has led to her success. Tune in for valuable insights and advice for new immigrants and tech professionals.
0:00 Intro
00:57 Pakistan Experience
01:52 Canadian Experience During COVID
05:15 Process of Breaking Into Software Industry Space
08:21 Steps Taken Before Landing In Canada
12:45 Overcoming Rejection in The Job Search in Software Industry
14:45 What Is A Full Stack Software Developer?
15:54 Programming Languages
17:07 Advice For Pakistanis Moving To Canada
19:18 Key Habits Developed
20:38 Defining Success