Parenting in the Technology World

Hi, I’m Annemarie—a neurodivergent (ADHD) millennial mom of two wildly energetic toddlers, and a cloud engineer working in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric. My life is a whirlwind of snack negotiations, sensory meltdowns, and CI/CD pipelines. If you’ve ever tried deploying a production workload while a toddler is finger-painting your couch, you’ll understand the level of multitasking I’m talking about. Parenting toddlers is like managing a distributed system with unpredic

Being a working mom in tech is like juggling flaming swords while riding a unicycle—on a tightrope. Add the ever-evolving world of Azure cloud infrastructure, and you’ve got yourself a full-blown circus act. But here’s the truth: it’s not only survivable—it’s conquerable. The Balancing Act Between daycare drop-offs, client meetings, and late-night bedtime songs, the life of a working mom in tech is a masterclass in multitasking. Azure doesn’t wait for nap time, and toddlers d

Being a mom is a demanding full-time job, and when you add the intensity of a technology career—especially in a fast-paced environment like the cloud—life can feel like an endless juggling act. The blend of motherhood and a technology career presents both challenges and rewards. In this post, I will share how working moms can thrive in tech, while balancing responsibilities with grace and a bit of humor. Embracing the Journey Stepping into the world of technology filled me wi

As a mother delving into the world of technology, my journey from playing with crayons to coding has been nothing short of transformative. In this blog, I aim to share my personal experiences navigating through the realm of Microsoft Azure, Data, and Fabric, while also shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in the tech space. One of the key highlights of my blog will be its educational content tailored for fellow moms in the tech community, and anyone