Personal Finance Planning for Tech Professionals

This conference talk from DjangoCon US 2024 addresses the often-avoided topic of personal finance for tech professionals. Learn essential financial literacy skills that many in the industry weren't taught growing up. Discover practical advice on planning, budgeting, and saving strategies specifically tailored for those earning tech salaries. Understand where to allocate savings effectively, how to maximize employer contributions to retirement plans, and gain the knowledge to evaluate index funds for investment. Speaker Tim Schilling shares personal financial mistakes made throughout his career to help others avoid similar pitfalls, emphasizing the moral responsibility that comes with earning a comfortable tech salary. This 24-minute presentation aims to make financial conversations less intimidating and more accessible for the tech community.