From Poverty to Tech Royalty: Part 1 - Esco Obong’s Journey of Resilience and Success

This first episode of a two-part series delves into the awe-inspiring life story of Esco Obong, a remarkable black man who defied all odds to succeed in the tech industry. Esco recounts his extraordinary journey, starting from a background of poverty, enduring the loss of his mother, and facing the challenges of being a college dropout.

 

The episode unravels Esco's path as he discovered his passion for coding by creating games, and his subsequent involvement in open-source projects. Listeners gain insights into his trials and triumphs as he ventured into the world of startups, including the gritty realities and valuable lessons learned along the way.

 

Esco provides an insider's perspective on working at a FAANG (Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, Google) company, sharing his experiences and shedding light on the intricacies of the industry. He also offers valuable advice on navigating technical interviews and discusses the pervasive phenomenon of impostor syndrome within the tech community.

 

The episode concludes with a deep dive into Esco's technical expertise, where he shares his insights on emerging technologies, current trends, and his vision for the future of the tech landscape. Esco inspires and motivates aspiring tech professionals with his captivating storytelling and wealth of knowledge, demonstrating that resilience and determination can lead to triumph in even the most challenging circumstances.

 

Tune in to the Tech Royalty Podcast's first part of this riveting series to witness Esco Obong's remarkable journey from hardship to becoming true Tech Royalty.