Medellín became a vibrant meeting point for inspiration, learning, and meaningful connection as N-iX hosted Break the CODE: Women in Tech — a full-day conference dedicated to empowering women across the technology ecosystem.
Held at the University Luis Amigó, the event brought together professionals, students, mentors, and industry leaders for a day of talks, hands-on workshops, and one-to-one mentorship sessions. With free access and strong community engagement, Break the CODE reflected a shared demand for inclusive spaces where women in tech can grow, exchange experiences, and support one another.
More than a conference — a shared experience.
From the outset, the goal of Break the CODE was clear: to create a safe, open, and practical environment where real stories, real challenges, and real progress could be discussed.
Throughout the day, participants took part in:
🔸 Insightful talks led by experienced women in technology
🔸 Hands-on workshops focused on skills, confidence, and career development
🔸 Honest conversations about growth, barriers, and opportunities in tech
🔸 1:1 mentorship sessions enabling personal guidance and meaningful exchange
The result was exactly what the community hoped for — a space where learning met encouragement, and individual ambition turned into collective momentum.
Voices that inspire action.
One of the key speakers was Erika Gutierrez, Delivery Director at N-iX Colombia, who highlighted that Break the CODE is not just a conference, but a platform for learning, growth, and inspiration driven by the power of community.
Across sessions and conversations, common themes emerged: the importance of role models, the courage to challenge limitations, and the belief that collaboration can unlock real impact — even among people meeting for the very first time.
Community Insights.
What made Break the CODE especially powerful was hearing directly from women shaping their own paths in technology.
Dianella Restrepo López shared what drives her forward in the industry:
“What inspires me as a woman in technology is surpassing myself — proving that I can do anything and breaking down barriers. I’m deeply inspired by women who are role models, who motivate me every day to keep growing and becoming better.”
Another perspective came from Valeria Alfuzzi, who spoke about the impact of global opportunities and fair pay:
“Working in technology has allowed me to collaborate with international clients, set my own rates, and grow beyond local limitations. It’s empowering to understand the real value of your work — and to help other women overcome the stigma of charging less and confidently grow in the tech industry.”
These voices captured the essence of the conference: empowerment grows when experience is shared, confidence is reinforced, and women support one another in building sustainable, fulfilling careers in tech.
A collective effort.
The success of Break the CODE: Women in Tech was the result of strong collaboration and shared commitment. A heartfelt thank-you goes to:
🔸 our speakers, for sharing their expertise and personal journeys
🔸 our mentors, for their time, openness, and generosity
🔸 our partners and community supporters, who helped bring the event to life
🔸 and every attendee, who showed up with curiosity, courage, and bright ideas
Each contribution reinforced one key message: when women in tech come together, the entire industry becomes stronger.
Looking ahead.
Break the CODE: Women in Tech marked an important milestone for the Medellín tech community — but it is only the beginning. The conversations sparked, connections formed, and confidence built during the conference will continue long after the event.
At N-iX, we remain committed to supporting initiatives that foster inclusion, opportunity, and growth for women in technology worldwide.
Let’s keep learning, building, and breaking the code — together 🚀
About N-iX
N-iX is a global software development service company that helps businesses across the globe expand their engineering capabilities and develop successful software products. With more than 2,400 professionals and over two decades of experience, N-iX offers expert solutions in software engineering, cloud, data analytics, embedded software, IoT, machine learning, and other tech domains covering a wide variety of sectors, including finance, manufacturing, telecom, supply chain, and retail, to name a few.
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