π» Breaking Barriers in Tech: An Interview with Deaf Tech Creator Joshua
Representation in tech matters, but true accessibility is something U.S. are still actively building. Recently, I had the privilege of connecting digitally with Joshua, a Deaf tech content creator, hardware configuration technician, and streamer who is bridging the gap between tech accessibility and American Sign Language (ASL). In this insightful Q&A session, he opened up about his journey from gaming to cybersecurity, the realities of being a Deaf creator on platforms like Twitch and YouTube, and why accessibility tools ultimately benefit everyone. Here is our conversation on breaking barriers, building PCs, and defying misconceptions in the tech world. ──────────────────── Start of Interview ───────────────────── Q. To start off, can you introduce yourself and share a bit about your journey into content creation/streaming? What drew you to combining tech accessibility with ASL for your content? Joshua: Hi! My name is Joshua Tantoro, although many people know me online as K...