Xyla Foxlin, Engineer and YouTube Creator
Xyla Foxlin is an engineer and YouTuber who has turned her passion for creative exploration and making things into a successful career as a content creator. From a young age, Xyla was drawn to art and finding new ways to bring her ideas to life. Over time, she developed an impressive skill set in crafting everything from rockets to sailboats, which she frequently showcases on her YouTube channel.
In this episode, Xyla joins Kevin Scott to discuss the challenges she encountered in the maker space, including overcoming the feeling of being an imposter, as well as her efforts to inspire other women and people of color to develop an interest in science, math, and engineering.
This episode of Behind the Tech with Kevin Scott offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of Xyla Foxlin, a trailblazer in the world of engineering and a true creative at heart.
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