Dive deep into the world of data engineering with Chevron's Dominique Ferency on this episode of the "What the Funk?" podcast! 🎙️ Discover how Dominique's journey from Seven Lakes to Chevron has shaped her multifaceted career in tech and data engineering. This engaging conversation with Jeremy reveals the secrets behind Chevron's data strategies, Dominique's passion for technology, and the importance of building strong professional networks. Guest Bio:Dominique Ferency, the Data Engineering Sub-Chapter Head at Chevron, has a rich background in tech, starting from her early days tinkering with software in junior high. With a degree in computer science from Chico State and a career spanning roles in data engineering and management, Dominique brings a wealth of experience and passion for technology. Her journey is marked by significant contributions to Chevron's data strategies and a commitment to professional development. 0:00 - Intro1:30 - Who is Dom6:48 - College9:09 - Chevron12:00 - Working in Bakersfield19:30 - Starting Seven Lakes22:00 - You leave Seven Lakes and go back to Chevron27:15 - You go back to Chevron as a contractor31:40 - You move to Houston and start working at corporate35:00 - What do you do at Chevron40:48 - Chevron's sustainability focus and how it impacts data45:00 - Rapid Fire53:52 - What Does Your Career Path Look Like57:00 - Advice for your younger self Find us here👇🏼https://digitalwildcatters.com/https://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcatters/https://twitter.com/DWildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcatters Join collide.io and try CollideGPT: AI chat for the oil and gas industry.