I am a passionate developer with a keen interest in the latest technologies.
With experience working on multiple robust globally released products, I strive to create
impact on others lives to be more creative, productive, and fun.
Along with my development work, I actively support diversity and inclusion in the technology
industry through various community events and organizations.
I earned a first-class BSc(Hons) degree in Computing and Information technology where I learnt primarily computer science topics supplemented with business management, finance, and entrepreneurship modules. I was honored to be awarded the "IBM Prize for Best Final Year Performance". As a part of my studies, I completed an industrial placement year at Microsoft as a software engineer working on Paint 3D in London. This led to the opportunity to work on the Xbox team at Microsoft's HQ in Redmond, WA for a period of three months. I was incredibly fortunate to work on both of these teams from whom I learnt so much.
What can you do to futureproof your career? | Feb 2020
Secrets and skills: Behind the scenes with Microsoft UK graduates | Nov 2019
3 women from Code First: Girls 25 'ones to watch' list share their tips for tech success | May 2019
Surrey Stories - Holly's Story | Sept 2019
I'm a Microsoft Software Engineer - I've worked on Xbox, Paint 3D and now Cortana: AMA | Oct 2020
Find Your Selling Point: How Holly Boothroyd Found Her Niche In Software Engineering | June 2020
An audience with Melinda Gates: Empowerment, careers, and society | July 2019
TechTalks featured podcast with Holly Boothroyd, HerHelloWorld Founder | Apr 2020
Inspiring Women to Join STEM with Holly Boothroyd | Aug 2020
Through creating events, public speaking, leading community groups, & advocating for women in STEM, I strive to support the growth of my peers and related institutions. My motivation is to empower others to achieve success & fulfillment whether it be fellow employees, students, or future technologists.
My efforts focus on career development opportunities, mentorship, and industrial engagement.
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I founded HerHelloWorld in 2018 to mentor new technologists, create an inclusive tech-centered community, and share the dynamic nature of the tech industry in the aim of helping build a more representative industry. HerHelloWorld is where I answer early-in-career questions, review books, discuss changes in technology, share events that I attend or speak at, and address barriers for women entering STEM.
