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Rizel Scarlett

Tech Lead, Open Source Developer Relations at Block

Rizel Scarlett is a Staff Developer Advocate at Block, focusing on open source AI tools for developers. Previously, Rizel held a similar role at TBD, an incubator within Block, where open source platforms for international money exchange were developed. Experience includes leadership positions at G{Code} House, including Director of Programming and Director of Curriculum and Engagement, aimed at empowering young women of color through technical training and community support. Rizel also served as Developer Advocate at GitHub, contributing to open source and generative AI initiatives. Additional roles include software engineering positions at botany.io, Hi Marley Inc, and as an Associate Software Developer at Veson Nautical. Rizel's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Boston University and an Associate's Degree from Bunker Hill Community College.

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Block, Inc. is Square, Cash App, Spiral, TIDAL, TBD, and their foundational teams such as Counsel, Finance, and People that provide guidance at the corporate level. These are its building blocks, united by the shared purpose of economic empowerment. Block is creating tools to help expand access to the economy.