Meet Dilanga Algama – Intermediate Software Developer - Information Technology
What was your last career change?
I moved from Junior Software Developer to a permanent Intermediate Software Developer position at uOttawa.
What made it successful?
A willingness to learn, take initiative, and work through challenges.
What was the biggest challenge in adapting to your new role?
Balancing different priorities while developing reliable, maintainable solutions.
What tasks do you find AI most helpful for in your role?
Brainstorming ideas, exploring potential fixes, and improving documentation.
What advice would you give to someone considering a career change?
Take ownership of your learning and be willing to step outside your comfort zone.
How can colleagues help someone transition into their new responsibilities?
Share knowledge, be approachable, and give them room to take ownership.
What do you look forward to in your day?
Solving challenging problems and improving the systems I work on.
If you were a chocolate bar, which one would you be?
A Kit Kat.
What three items would you bring if you were shipped to a deserted island?
A hammock, a solar charger, and a satellite phone.