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From a Destroyed City to a JavaScript Developer

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Explore a compelling conference talk that chronicles Rami Rihawi's inspiring journey from war-torn Aleppo to becoming a JavaScript developer in Berlin. Follow his remarkable path as he navigates life as a refugee, learns new languages and programming skills, and encounters influential figures in the tech world. Gain insights into the challenges faced by displaced individuals and the transformative power of technology education. Discover how Rihawi's experiences shaped his perspective on virtual reality and future projects, concluding with an engaging Q&A session.

Syllabus

Introduction
Aleppo
Aleppo after the war
Playing games
Refugees
Coming to Berlin
Registering as a refugee
Learning German
Learning Rails
Learning JavaScript
Cisco Live Berlin
Meeting Mark Zuckerberg
Virtual Reality
Future Projects
Questions

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