Cristian Chronicles
Cristian once climbed this natural feature where liquid goes over a vertical drop in the course of a stream or a river.
Waterfall
Ben's favorite product management tool is this erasable surface, often found in classrooms and meeting rooms, and a go-to for presentations and brainstorming.
Whiteboard
The Alaskan town that Todd grew up in shares its name with an ancient Greek poet who wrote the Illiad, and it's also the name of a Simpsons character.
Homer
Gagan's late night coding go-to snack is this food which has many names: "pasta" in Italy, "udon" or "ramen" in Japan, and "spatzle" in Germany.
Noodles
Last year, Shishi traveled to this country which is the home to the Terracotta Army, an extensive collection of sculptures created to accompany the first emperor in the afterlife.
Andy has 2 vices, one is beer, and the other is this spicy condiment, often made from chili peppers, vinegar, and various seasonings. It is a staple in cuisines around the world and comes in varying degrees of heat.
Hot Sauce
Chudi's favorite movie is an animated film from Disney featuring two sisters, one with icy powers, and a talking snowman named Olaf.
Frozen
Andrew's favorite product came from this company whose flagship vehicle is the Model S, which set a new standard for electric car performance and luxury.
Tesla
Eric's choice for fictional teammate is this genius, billionaire, playboy philanthropist, and armored Avenger who is always ready to make a flashy entrance.
Iron Man
Liran's hometown is this Israeli port city known for its beautiful Baha'i Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Haifa, Israel
Ryan wishes that this sci-fi technology where we could instantly be where we need to be were a reality.
Teleportation
Colin got in this field of study that involves algorithms, data structures, and programming languages.
Computer Science
Mike loves video games and his first game system came from this company which produced hits like "Pong" and "Pac-Man".
Atari
Cristian's favorite hobby is playing this genre of video games which replicates piloting aircraft in military operations, often allowing players to experience realistic cockpit controls.
Flight Combat Simulator
Ben's favorite tea blend is flavored with the oil from the rind of a bergamot orange, and is named after a British Prime Minister from the 1830s.
Earl Grey (Charles Grey)
Whenever Todd climbs a mountain, he brings with him a can of this tropical fruit. This fruit know for its sweet and tart flavor and its spiky, tough outer skin has also become synonymous to Hawaii.
Pineapple
When coding, Gagan prefers listening to this genre of music which is primarily produced using synthesizers and drum machines, and includes subgenres like techno, house, and dubstep.
Electronic music
Shishi is a huge fan of this popular music originating from South Korea know for its blend of addictive melodies, slick choreography, and production values.
Kpop
Andy was born in New York's second largest city, which gave us both spicy chicken wings and the architectural gems of Frank Lloyd Wright.
Chudi is a big fan of this mockumentary-style sitcom that follows the lives of three diverse families in Los Angeles who are all connected by Jay Pritchett.
Modern Family
In another life, Andrew would have wanted to be in this field that has shaped human civilization for millennia. Great examples of this art and science include Gothic cathedrals, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the Sydney Opera House.
Architecture
Eric really like high quality versions of this Japanese dish which features vinegared rice topped with various ingredients, often including raw fish.
Sushi
Liran's favorite football team gets its name from this Hebrew word which means 'there is no one like you among the gods', and also a term used to refer to a group of Jewish rebel warriors.
Maccabi
Ryan doesn't like roller coasters because of this condition that can turn a fun road trip or boat ride into a nauseating experience.
Motion sickness
Colin attended prep school in this state known for its prestigious universities, passionate sports fans, and a historical tea party.
Massachusetts
Mike was born in the Buckeye State and the home to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Ohio
The most memorable coding interview for Cristian was his Google interview 20 years ago where he was asked to code in this programming language which was named after a creature with 100 eyes from Greek mythology.
It was developed at MIT for writing programs that could handle multiple transactions over distributed networks.
Argus
When asked what is his favorite product that he didn't work on, Ben mentioned this video-sharing website launched in 2005 which revolutionized video sharing.
It is now a subsidiary of Google.
YouTube
When Todd visited Belgium, he ate a lot of this breakfast treat. It is known for its large grid pattern and deep pockets which are ideal for capturing pools of melted butter and syrup.
Belgian waffles
Command + Control + Q
Shishi likes this street dance style, which was popularized in the 70s, and characterized by sudden tensing and releasing of the muscles and often performed to funk music.
Popping
Andy's family chats are filled with pictures of him and his kids being excited over this dish which traditionally consists of a yeasted flatbread topped with tomato sauce, and is often customized with a variety of other toppings.
Pizza
Chudi's hobbies include this process which involves selecting color schemes, furniture, and accessories to enhance the look and feel of a living space.
Interior Decorating
Andrew's family came from this island nation, known for its night markets, boba tea, and technological prowess. It is a major producer of semiconductors.
Taiwan
When asked what he would like to have as a superpower for work, Eric mentioned this method of reproduction popularized in sci-fi that creates an exact genetic copy of an individual.
Cloning
Liran has a huge collection of this fashion accessory, often worn during chilly matches to not only show team spirit but also to keep out the cold.
Football scarves
Ryan wrote his first bit of code using this slithery-named programming language which is often a favorite among beginners and data scientists alike.
Python
Colin's sport in school was sailing and in one of their events going to Bermuda, they encountered this type of weather phenomenon which is characterized by sudden changes in wind direction and speed. It can also be accompanied by rain or snow.
Squall
Mike served in this organization established by John F. Kennedy in 1961 to promote world peace and friendship.
Peace Corps
Typed Language
Ben mentioned this gritty HBO anthology series as one of his favorite TV shows. The first season of which featured Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson investigating eerie, ritualistic murders in Louisiana.
True Detective
Grace Ridge
iPad
In her presentation, Shishi showed a video of this dance style which originated in the early 2000s in South LA. This energetic street dance is characterized by free, expressive, and highly energetic movements often set to hip hop music.
Krumping
Andy has been to many concerts of this industrial rock band, fronted by Trent Reznor, and is known for hits like "Closer" and "Head Like a Hole," and has a name that might remind you of a hardware store item.
Nine Inch Nails
Chudi is a wonderful baker and has made cookies in the shape of tiles from this game where the suits are divided into bamboos, circles, and characters, and the goal is to form sets and runs.
Mahjong
Andrew's father was a type if engineer whose work is literally out of this world, as they focus on the design of vehicles that travel beyond Earth's atmosphere.
Aerospace engineer
Eric's favorite team-building activity is this game where a team works together to find clues, solve puzzles, and complete a mission before the clock runs out in this real-life adventure game.
Football team supporters like Liran have been dubbed by their rivals as the "green" version of these primates characterized by opposable thumbs and having no tails.
Green Apes
Ryan loves coding to the music of this "non-musician", who revolutionized ambient music and produced albums for iconic bands like U2 and Talking Heads.
Brian Eno
Colin shared his incredible journey with this condition that affects one's ability to read, write, and spell. Albert Einstein, Stephen Hawking, and Pablo Picasso were also known to have this condition.
Dyslexia
Mike served communities for more than 2 years in this East African nation known for its diverse wildlife, including gorillas, chimpanzees, and the "Big Five" game animals.
Uganda
Cristian's favorite tech gadget is this type of sensor which is often used in digital microscopy, and converts optical images into electronic data, enhancing the viewing and analysis of microstructures.
Motic Sensor
In another life, Ben would have wanted to be in this profession that is engaged in the exchange of goods or securities, often speculating to take advantage of market fluctuations.
Trader
In April, Todd participated in a cycling event in this city in northern France famous for its annual cycling race and challenging cobblestone sections.
Roubaix
When asked for a historical figure to teach coding to, Gagan mentioned this English mathematician and physicist who formulated the laws of motion and universal gravitation.
Isaac Newton
Shishi's team before Cloud Web was a PA that works on showcasing the merchandise alongside similar products on search engines to drive traffic directly to product pages.
Shopping Ads Team
Andy and his family loves dressing up for Halloween. During the pandemic, they dressed up as a family of this kind of animal, often seen as a clever scavenger in urban areas.
It's name comes from the Powhatan word meaning "animal that scratches with its hands".
Raccoon
Chudi's favorite Kpop group are these girls that are in your area and is Coachella's first Kpop headliner.
Blackpink
Andrew's favorite project was working on this Google feature that lets you see peak hours and live busyness of a place on Google Maps.
The Popular Times Module
Eric used to volunteer for a non-profit that provides this service that involves vaccinations, check-ups, and surgeries to ensure pets live long, healthy lives.
Veterinary care
Liran introduced her fiancee to the world of football fandom by bringing her to a game in this city known for its Baroque architecture, chocolate, and having hosted the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Torino
Ryan created this tool for the Irish language that gauges the breadth of your word knowledge.
Vocabulary estimator
Colin's main topic was this sociological concept which is perfectly described by the proverb: the "birds of a feather flock together".
Homophily
Mike's favorite TV show is this Cartoon Network series that followed the adventures of Finn the Human and Jake the Dog in the Land of Ooo.
Adventure Time