Tracking outcomes

When it comes to tracking outcomes, two insightful discussions stand out:

1. Tracking Outcomes in Education Platforms: Quincy Larson, the founder of freeCodeCamp, talks about the challenges of tracking outcomes for their users. He mentions that while it's difficult to follow all career progresses due to the large number of users, freeCodeCamp has a LinkedIn alumni network of around 60,000 members. Through data analysis, they discovered that over 40,000 individuals have secured their first developer job through the platform. This highlights the significant impact of freeCodeCamp on its users' careers despite the difficulty in obtaining direct feedback from most users 1.

2. Tracking for Healing and Personal Growth: Boyd Varty, a tracker, draws a parallel between tracking animals in the wild and tracking one's personal healing journey. He emphasizes the importance of starting without knowing and the willingness to embrace uncertainty. This idea of tracking can guide individuals in navigating their traumas and shadows, similar to how trackers follow footprints in the wild. This method provides a path that others can follow, turning healed trauma into a guide for others 2.

These discussions provide unique perspectives on tracking outcomes, whether in the context of educational success or personal healing.