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From Watsonville to Silicon Valley: Lessons That Helped Grow My Career | Martin Vargas-Vega

by Jen Elena | Oct 10, 2024 | Cura Chats

Key Takeaway

“Be intentional with what you’re doing. When you show up, make sure you’re present.”

— Martin Vas Vega

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Martin Vas Vega is a Mexican-American software engineer who went from working in agricultural fields in Watsonville to becoming one of the first engineers at Habu, a startup later acquired by LiveRamp. His journey highlights the power of education, community support, perseverance, and nontraditional pathways into technology.

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