Rising from Rejection: How WordPress Helped Me Reenter Society Again

Rejection after rejection. That was the norm after prison until I found a new lease on life with WordPress. I stand here today as a testament to the power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), illustrating how it encompasses more than just identity and disability. Come along on my journey from reformed convict to self-taught software engineer, demonstrating how the WordPress community can spark radical change and open doors to a brighter future.