November 2025 Book Club
PyLadies is an international mentorship group that helps more women become active participants in the Python community. PyLadies Seoul is the Seoul chapter, building a network where women developers can grow together.
📚 The PyLadies Book Club meets on the first Wednesday evening of every month to read and discuss a selected book online. It's a gathering where we can share insights about technical books and enjoy networking.
November Book Club Selection: 『The Staff Engineer's Path』
In November's book club, we'll read 『The Staff Engineer's Path (Korean title: 개발자를 넘어 기술 리더로 가는 길)』, which covers the journey from developer to tech leader. This book explores the roles and challenges at each stage—from mentor, tech lead, manager, to CTO—based on real-world experience. Any developer contemplating career growth can relate to and enjoy this book.
ㆍ Big picture thinking
ㆍ Successful project execution
ㆍ Organization-level leveling up
(Source: Kyobo Book Centre)>
👥 Recommended for:
Those considering a career transition from developer to tech lead or manager
Those seeking balance between technical competency and leadership while leading a team
Anyone interested in leadership and management culture in tech organizations
✏️ Don't feel pressured! You don't need to finish the entire book. Just come prepared with:
A comfortable, open mind
Impressive passages you'd like to share from your reading
Stories, experiences, and interests you'd like to discuss
📅 Event Details
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 9:00 PM (Pre-reading time: 8:00 PM)
Location: Monthly-Book-Club voice channel in PyLadies Seoul Discord server
Eligibility: All women
Participation Fee: 5,000 KRW (Toss Bank 1001-0090-0506 Yoon Soojin)
If paying the participation fee is difficult, please contact us separately (seoul@pyladies.com)
⏰ Event Timeline
20:00-21:00: Pre-reading time (optional attendance) - A time for members who haven't finished the book to read together, so everyone can participate in the gathering!
21:00-21:10: PyLadies Seoul introduction
21:10-21:25: Brief self-introductions from participants
21:25-22:00: Book club activity sharing memorable passages and discussions!