10 pro tips to learn Linux faster

In 2013, NPR asked why open source wasn't a gateway for coders of color. Twelve years later, a Latiné engineer with Indigenous roots shares a personal reflection on navigating open source culture, unpaid labor economics, and building technology through community accountability.

WHY WE ❤️ IT: This article is both thought-provoking and heart-felt. In addition, the questions Oscar Romero George raises in the "Toward Indigenous technology sovereignty" section toward the end aren't just theoretical - they're essential.

Sharon DeCaro argues unconventional backgrounds (athletes, teachers, theater techs, musicians) bring exactly what software teams need but constantly overlook. Spoiler: Uniform teams feel smooth but get dangerously stuck. Time to hire the ballerina firefighters.

WHY WE ❤️ IT: The post and accompanying recording are beautifully original, and the premise is fascinating. We thoroughly enjoyed both.

Ever wondered what your grandparents' photos would look like in color? See how a single AI-powered step (plus a few finishing touches) transformed a tiny 1930s photo into a treasured family keepsake.

WHY WE ❤️ IT: The two before-and-after photo examples featured are truly amazing. The simple process and prompts used are something anyone can do.

Think ERGs are just for internal culture? Monica Miyasato turned Intuit's LatinX ERG into a talent pipeline, product testing network, and open source growth engine. From catching bad Spanish translations in TurboTax to hiring engineers through developer meetups, she proves ERGs deliver real ROI when strategically connected to open source communities.

WHY WE ❤️ IT: This article touches on a topic we admittedly had never thought of - employee resource groups (possibly) becoming your best recruitment pipeline. Image that, and well worth thinking about.

Why data governance is key to scaling innovation in open source and beyond

Think data governance is just paperwork and policies? Lauren Maffeo wants to change your mind. In this ATO interview, she explains why good data foundations unlock everything from trustworthy AI to scalable machine learning. If you care about building smarter systems and not messier ones, dive in and get inspired.