Creating Inclusive Technical Interviews - Best Practices and Implementation

Learn how to create a more equitable and effective technical hiring process in this 25-minute conference talk from NANOG. Explore the historical context of technical hiring practices and understand why current norms can disadvantage underrepresented groups. Gain insights into cognitive biases affecting hiring decisions, discover practical strategies for conducting inclusive interviews, and understand how to foster a team culture that supports diverse recruitment. Speaker Jill Bender guides hiring managers and team leaders through actionable steps to transform their interviewing approach, ultimately building stronger and more diverse technical teams.