Sandi Barr

  • Better Know A Developer: Sandi Barr, Aviture

    Better Know A Developer: Sandi Barr, Aviture

    “I think the biggest misunderstanding about being a developer in general is this stereotype that we’re really shy and don’t have to interact with people. That’s just completely the opposite. I work on a team where we split things up into very small tasks, so we’re working really closely together. There’s a lot of communication…

  • Women tech groups blossom in Nebraska, but there’s room to grow

    Women-led tech groups are growing in Nebraska and leaders say it’s because there’s a need for camaraderie, personal growth and networking among women in tech. In the last two years, five Nebraska-based groups have grown in an attempt to change the tide in the male-dominated fields of science, tech, engineering and math. That’s partially why…

  • With a ‘wow’ moment, Your Happy Plate wins Startup Weekend Omaha

    Late Sunday night after 54 hours of building and brainstorming by 18 teams, Startup Weekend Omaha final pitches wrapped up and announced Your Happy Plate, a team of eight participants, as this year’s winner. The application specifically created for individuals with special dietary needs brought out one of the first audible “wow” moments …