50. "1. HR came to take my pic for a diversity brochure" In response to In response to 0
I was the only black engineer. I declined.
2. I learned that upper mgmt gave me a nickname: "Caveman". I have a fro and I rock a beard. I wasnt even worried about whether it was intentionally racist but you can believe I was letting HR know that I wasnt afraid to make a scene if I had to. Let THEM try justifying nicknames without sounding like racists.
They were calling me Dustin after that day
Being black in tech is interesting. On top of these is the ever-present surprise when other engineers realize I'm actually competent and good at what I do...