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Open Source, Cycling and What's Next with Debbie O'Brien

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Open Source, Cycling and What's Next with Debbie O'Brien

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Austin Akers
January 6, 2026
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Austin Akers
January 6, 2026
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Austin Akers
January 6, 2026
January 6, 2026
Join Debbie O’Brien on the Select * Podcast as she shares insights on open source, and developer experience, and family.
Austin Akers
Head of Developer Relations

In this episode of the Select * podcast, host Austin reconnects with Debbie O'Brien, a passionate cyclist and developer advocate leader. They discuss the challenges and joys of parenting, the transition from being an athlete to a full-time parent, and the importance of community support. Debbie shares her journey into cycling, her experiences training with elite athletes, and her insights on content creation and teaching. The conversation also touches on the significance of work-life balance, the impact of community feedback on product development, and Debbie's aspirations for the future.

In this episode of the Select * podcast, host Austin reconnects with Debbie O'Brien, a passionate cyclist and developer advocate leader. They discuss the challenges and joys of parenting, the transition from being an athlete to a full-time parent, and the importance of community support. Debbie shares her journey into cycling, her experiences training with elite athletes, and her insights on content creation and teaching. The conversation also touches on the significance of work-life balance, the impact of community feedback on product development, and Debbie's aspirations for the future.

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