""I checked his GitHub profile, and he mentions the fact that he is incarcerated. It's a story I've never seen before.""
""Since then, I've had deep conversations with him about his change of heart that led him to be in the position where he is today [...] Knowing his story increased our respect for him personally.""
Preston Thorpe, serving time for drug-related crimes, successfully transitioned from incarceration to a software engineering position with Turso after contributing to an open-source project. Thorpe is part of a Maine prison program allowing remote work, showcasing the rehabilitative potential of such initiatives. His early life struggles included being kicked out of his home, resulting in a path of drug dealing and repeated arrests. A change of heart prompted his significant growth, respected by his employer due to his journey and contributions.
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