Myriam Joire

07/25/24 • 69 min

Tech veteran Myriam Joire joins Jason Howell to share her fascinating journey from video game audio engineering to tech journalism, and being at the forefront of the birth of the modern smartwatch. Myriam shares invaluable tips on how to foster a successful career in technology and shares the many computers that painted her childhood experience in coding.

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Myriam's extensive background in video game audio engineering
Transition from video games to tech journalism
Experience working at Pebble
Role in launching successful Kickstarter campaigns
Journey into tech consulting and crowdfunding
Early experiences with computers and programming
Advice on career changes and flexibility

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Myriam's extensive background in video game audio engineering
Transition from video games to tech journalism
Experience working at Pebble
Role in launching successful Kickstarter campaigns
Journey into tech consulting and crowdfunding
Early experiences with computers and programming
Advice on career changes and flexibility

Listen to the Mobile Tech Podcast

Follow Myriam on Twitter

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