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Intro

Welcome to the Scala Mentorship Program! This initiative is free, open to engineers of all levels, and part of the Business4s mission to make Scala grow in the business environment.

What’s This About?​

This program is here to help you grow as a Scala engineer and software professional. Whether you’re tackling personal projects, work challenges, or career development, you’ll find support. Topics can range from Scala and functional programming to soft skills, public speaking, and product strategy.

A few examples of what we might work on together:

  • "My company is struggling to make Scala work for us — how do we turn it around?"
  • "I want to build this OSS library — where do I even start?"
  • "My career has stalled — what’s my next move?"
  • "I’m making a big architectural decision and want a second opinion."
  • "I’m starting a new project — how do I pick the right stack and approach?"
  • "I want to give a conference talk but don’t know where to start."

If you’re unsure whether your topic fits, ask anyway.

How It Works​

Path 1: Regular Guidance​

  • 40-Minute Check-Ins Every Few Weeks: Cadence that fits your schedule — typically every 3 to 6 weeks.
  • A Few Months of Engagement: Usually 3 to 6 months — enough time to make meaningful progress.
  • Small Cohorts: A handful of mentees at a time, to keep guidance personal.

Path 2: Ad-Hoc Sessions​

  • One-Off Sessions: Discuss specific issues or brainstorm ideas.
  • Flexible Timing: Schedule based on availability.
  • No Long-Term Commitment: Perfect for quick feedback or short-term guidance.

Whichever path you pick, you’ll get a dedicated chat space for ongoing support between sessions. The program works best if you come with concrete questions, goals or work-in-progress to discuss, and follow up on what we agree between sessions. I can’t do the work for you — but I can help you do it better.

Why Join?​

I bring over a decade of experience in Scala and software engineering, including mentoring engineers, managers, and product folks. While I don’t have all the answers, I’ve worked with a wide range of tools and challenges, especially in functional programming and distributed systems.

This program is about sharing knowledge, building connections, and helping Scala engineers succeed.

Don’t just take my word for it — hear from past mentees.

How to Apply​

Interested? Apply here. I’ll review your application and follow up with next steps. Questions? Reach out on Discord or X. I’d love to hear from you.

P.S. Want to join as a mentor? Drop me a message—we’re always looking for more mentors!