A Black Journey in Tech - Paperback
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A Black Journey in Tech - Paperback
$42.66
by Dwight D. Jones (Author), Gayle Danley (Editor), Imran Shaikh (Retina99) (Cover Design by)
What does it take to survive - and thrive - across four decades of technological change when the system was never designed for you?
In A Black Journey in Tech, veteran technologist Dwight D. Jones Sr. shares a powerful, honest account of navigating 40 years of transformation in the technology industry - from mainframes and dial-up networks to cloud computing and artificial intelligence - while carrying the weight of being unseen, underestimated, and often erased.
This book is not a résumé.
It is a survival guide, career playbook, and mirror for anyone who has ever questioned whether they belong in tech.
Through lived experience, mentorship wisdom, and hard-won lessons, Dwight explores:
- How Black professionals navigate bias, displacement, and shifting goalposts in corporate tech
- The difference between talent and access - and how to build leverage when access is limited
- Why adaptability is the most important skill in every era of innovation
- How to build a career that lasts through layoffs, reorganizations, and industry disruption
- What it means to lift others while you climb
Since its release, A Black Journey in Tech has become a trusted resource for career growth and confidence. More than 20 Microsoft employees have publicly credited this book as a catalyst for promotions and career breakthroughs, and readers consistently rate it 5 stars for its authenticity, clarity, and impact.
This book is for:
- Early-career technologists searching for direction
- Mid-career professionals navigating burnout or stagnation
- Leaders who want to build legacy, not just title
- Anyone who needs proof that their journey - and their brilliance - matters
This is not a story about fitting in.
It is a story about endurance, excellence, and belonging on your own terms.
Number of Pages: 162
Dimensions: 0.35 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: March 03, 2022
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