The Joy of Tech

Joy Tari-Bagshaw is a Software Engineer, Developer Advocate, and Community Leader passionate about the transformative power of AI and technology in solving real-world challenges. As the first female Google Developer Student Club Lead at her university, she has been a driving force in fostering tech inclusivity, digital empowerment, and AI literacy across diverse communities. Her work spans AI ethics, open-source contributions, and developer education, with a strong focus on making emerging technologies more accessible and impactful. She has mentored over 60 aspiring technologists, led AI, EdTech-focused and software development workshops, and spoken at global summits, helping bridge the gap between innovation and practical application. With a background in Full-Stack Development and AI, Joy is committed to leveraging technology to drive meaningful change, create opportunities for underrepresented groups, and shape the future of responsible AI adoption and digital transformation.