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Date Published
Author
Andrea Dooley
Word count
753
Language
English
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None

Summary

Employees outside of MongoDB have been recognized for their work by notable organizations. Michael Cahill, Vice President of Engineering (Storage), was awarded a Test of Time Award at the SIGMOD conference for his work on serializable isolation. This achievement highlights the impact of his research and its potential to improve database systems. Jesse Jiryu Davis, staff engineer, was recognized by the Python Software Foundation for his community service work, including mentoring new coders, speaking at conferences, and developing a speaker-coaching program. His efforts demonstrate the dedication of MongoDB employees to expanding computer science access to marginalized groups. The recognition of these individuals showcases the talent and passion of the people behind the product, reflecting positively on the organization's culture.