Episode 8: You Can Go Your Own Way - Elijah Kennedy (Creative Full Stack Developer)

From a self-taught software developer to an artist and storyteller, Elijah Kennedy believes success is about more than career milestones. Reflecting on the power of small, meaningful acts—like helping a friend, writing something that makes someone feel less alone, or simply picking up a child’s toy—Elijah shares his journey of balancing professional growth with creating positive connections. As a software engineer based in NYC, he’s passionate about the intersection of technology, storytelling, and community, and is always exploring ways to scale kindness and creativity in the world.Tune in and get inspired by Elijah’s unique approach to combining art, coding, and human connection!Elijah's Contact InfoLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elikenEmail: [email protected] is currently seeking work as a full-stack software engineer and is interested in projects at the intersection of journalism and storytelling. He’s also developing Peer-Based Review, a platform for high school students to give and receive feedback on their essays. If you’re a teacher, student, or just fascinated by the power of peer learning, he’d love to hear from you.Additionally, Elijah advocates for The Recurse Center, a peer-driven retreat for coders that has been a transformative part of his journey. Want to learn more? Reach out or look it up—he’s always happy to chat about it.Follow us on IG: @oddlysuccessful