130 - Bisaya Coders: Thriving Beyond VisMin in the Global Tech Arena

This episode shines a spotlight on Bisaya tech professionals who grew up, studied, or started their careers in Visayas and Mindanao, then took bold steps into larger tech ecosystems—whether Manila, overseas, or remote global roles.

We explore what makes Bisaya talent resilient, resourceful, and highly competitive in tech, and the unique challenges faced when leaving home—culture shifts, language barriers, confidence gaps, financial risks, imposter syndrome, and navigating bigger corporate environments.

At the same time, we celebrate their wins: breaking into top companies, earning certifications, mentoring others, and proving that world-class tech talent doesn’t only come from big-city schools.