Service to Software: Veteran Voices in Code

Service to Software: Veteran Voices in Code

In this episode, Greg talks with Lindsay Swoboda, a wife of a retiring Marine, about everything from embracing the natural rhythms of life to what it's like to dance on a Carnival Cruise Ship while her husband is deployed to a war zone, and what it took to write a book about it. Lindsay's book, Holding On and Letting Go: A Life in Motion will be released in May of 2025: Veteran Voices in Code is for anyone who's ever considered a career in technology but wondered if it was the right fit. It's for the Veterans seeking to write their next chapter, the military spouses who support them, and...

Service to Software: Veteran Voices in Code

In our latest Service to Software podcast episode, host Greg Drobny welcomes guest Amanda Huffman—writer, speaker, podcaster, and advocate for military spouses. Amanda, creator of "Airman to Mom," shares her unique insights into the challenges military spouses face when building careers while supporting their families on the homefront. As a former active-duty Air Force member and current military spouse and mother of two, Amanda discusses: ✅ Navigating career opportunities amidst frequent relocations. ✅ Balancing personal and professional life while serving at home. ✅ Strategies to...

Service to Software: Veteran Voices in Code

In this episode, Daniel Tolczyk is the guest. Daniel is a 2020 graduate of . After graduating, Daniel began his tech career as an Applications Programmer at Motorola Solutions. After a year in programming, he transitioned to Motorola's Information Security Department. Daniel is currently a CyberSecurity Engineer at Fresenius Kabi. In this episode, Daniel and Greg discuss the value of learning Software Engineering for individuals interested in CyberSecurity careers.

Service to Software: Veteran Voices in Code

In this episode of Veteran Voices in Code, Greg sits down with Jose Delgado, a alum with a unique background in both military and tech. Jose shares his journey from studying computer science at The Citadel to serving as a Cryptologic Warfare Officer in the U.S. Navy, where he played a crucial role in intelligence operations during the early stages of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. Jose opens up about his transition to civilian life through the Skillbridge program, how Code Platoon equipped him with the skills needed to thrive in the tech industry, and his current role as a Lead Engineer at...

Service to Software: Veteran Voices in Code

In this episode, Greg sits down with Marion Gordon, a Navy veteran who was able to use his VR&E disability benefits to attend Code Platoon and launch his career in tech.   The VR&E program can empower your journey to a rewarding career in the tech industry. Administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VR&E provides essential support to Veterans and transitioning Servicemembers with service-connected disabilities, helping them enter meaningful civilian careers. Veteran Voices in Code is for anyone who's ever considered a career in technology but wondered if it was...