--- title: News & Views | Thought Leadership | Bottle Rocket | Culture description: Culture | Gain insights into the connected lifestyle, find out what's happening at Bottle Rocket and much more on our blog. --- [![bottlerocket](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/_Branding/logos/bottlerocket.png?width=145&height=22&name=bottlerocket.png "bottlerocket")](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/) - [Work](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/work) - [Practices](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices) - [Design](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/design) - [Growth](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/growth) - [Innovation](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/innovation) - [Product](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/product) - [Strategy](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/strategy) - [Technology](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/technology) - [Healthcare](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/healthcare) - [Travel & Hospitality](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/travel-hospitality) - [QSR & Restaurant](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/qsr-restaurant) - [Cryptocurrency and Web 3.0](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/practices/cryptocurrency-web-3-0) - [About](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/about) - [News & Views](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com) - [Careers](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/careers) - [Contact](https://www.bottlerocketstudios.com/contact) - [Subscribe](https://share.hsforms.com/1KoyxYf7WTYqHyQiZfGbbQA48zy7?__hstc=259231125.ab0b95bd372707895eaba56d6bff4702.1582818544473.1658346414387.1658413786781.678&__hssc=259231125.2.1658413786781&__hsfp=2588850290) # events. ideas. points of view. Check out the latest and greatest happenings around the rocket. We’ll do our best to keep you informed on all things new and now. [![We Asked 15 Rocketeers, ](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RocketeerSpotlight.jpg?width=300&name=RocketeerSpotlight.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/we-asked-15-rocketeers-what-does-bottle-rocket-mean-to-you) ## [We Asked 15 Rocketeers, "What Does Bottle Rocket Mean To You?"](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/we-asked-15-rocketeers-what-does-bottle-rocket-mean-to-you) In celebration of our 15th anniversary, we asked 15 Rocketeers to tell us in a few short words what Bottle Rocket means to them. [Mar 7, 2023 9:35:31 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/we-asked-15-rocketeers-what-does-bottle-rocket-mean-to-you) [![Black History Month Resource Guide](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ResourceGuide_BHM.jpg?width=300&name=ResourceGuide_BHM.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/black-history-month-resource-guide) ## [Black History Month Resource Guide](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/black-history-month-resource-guide) Black History Month is ending, but the conversation doesn’t have to! Explore this guide to discover ways to stay engaged this year. [Feb 27, 2023 12:51:08 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/black-history-month-resource-guide) [![Black History Month Rocketeer Spotlight](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RocketeerSpotlight_BHM.jpg?width=300&name=RocketeerSpotlight_BHM.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/black-history-month-rocketeer-spotlight) ## [Black History Month Rocketeer Spotlight](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/black-history-month-rocketeer-spotlight) We believe in diversity, inclusion, and racial equality for everyone each and every day of the year. We will bring attention to a different group of individuals inside Bottle Rocket and celebrate and honor their lived experiences. [Feb 20, 2023 2:20:20 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/black-history-month-rocketeer-spotlight) [![There Is No Side Hustle in Agile](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1_LzMdXReqdSm__FwHgvcSyg.jpg?width=300&name=1_LzMdXReqdSm__FwHgvcSyg.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/there-is-no-side-hustle-in-agile) ## [There Is No Side Hustle in Agile](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/there-is-no-side-hustle-in-agile) What is a side hustle? What does it look like on an agile team? How does it impact the delivery? [Nov 8, 2022 2:05:31 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/there-is-no-side-hustle-in-agile) [![How to Build Strong (Virtual) Relationships](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Artboard%204-2.png?width=300&name=Artboard%204-2.png)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/how-to-build-strong-virtual-relationships) ## [How to Build Strong (Virtual) Relationships](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/how-to-build-strong-virtual-relationships) By investing time in your (virtual) relationships, you will not only see stronger bonds within your organization, but also see success as you progress in your career. [Aug 5, 2022 10:37:42 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/how-to-build-strong-virtual-relationships) [![Resources for Juneteenth](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Juneteenth_Blog_Learn-06-06-3.jpg?width=300&name=Juneteenth_Blog_Learn-06-06-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/resources-for-juneteenth) ## [Resources for Juneteenth](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/resources-for-juneteenth) Along with our friends at Ogilvy, we have compiled a list of books, articles, videos, podcasts and learnings to educate yourself and others in honor of Juneteenth. [Jun 14, 2022 8:49:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/resources-for-juneteenth) [![Best Of All Work Worlds?](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BR_Blog-20220318.jpg?width=300&name=BR_Blog-20220318.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/best-of-all-work-worlds) ## [Best Of All Work Worlds?](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/best-of-all-work-worlds) Many are embracing hybrid models that let employees spend some days working remotely — a recognition that such flexibility has become a must-have for many. [Mar 18, 2022 11:21:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/best-of-all-work-worlds) [![Texas’ harsh moves against transgender youth provoke a backlash from big business](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image%20(8).png?width=300&name=image%20(8).png)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/texas-harsh-moves-against-transgender-youth-provoke-a-backlash-from-big-business) ## [Texas’ harsh moves against transgender youth provoke a backlash from big business](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/texas-harsh-moves-against-transgender-youth-provoke-a-backlash-from-big-business) Sixty-five companies have signed an open letter calling on Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to abandon efforts to target transgender children and their parents. [Mar 11, 2022 2:17:00 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/texas-harsh-moves-against-transgender-youth-provoke-a-backlash-from-big-business) [![Resources For Trans Awareness and Support](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TransAwarenessSupport.jpg?width=300&name=TransAwarenessSupport.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/resources-for-trans-awareness-and-support) ## [Resources For Trans Awareness and Support](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/resources-for-trans-awareness-and-support) Shortly after Greg Abbott signed an order attempting to criminalize parents for helping their transgender child access healthcare, a group of Rocketeers met and drafted a trans awareness and support resources. [Feb 25, 2022 2:42:00 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/resources-for-trans-awareness-and-support) [![Bottle Rocket’s Calvin Carter: ‘We estimate we are 10% more efficient working from wherever.’](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DallasInnovates_WorkFromWherever_MoreEfficient-3.jpg?width=300&name=DallasInnovates_WorkFromWherever_MoreEfficient-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rockets-calvin-carter-we-estimate-we-are-10-more-efficient-working-from-wherever) ## [Bottle Rocket’s Calvin Carter: ‘We estimate we are 10% more efficient working from wherever.’](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rockets-calvin-carter-we-estimate-we-are-10-more-efficient-working-from-wherever) Bottle Rocket CEO & Founder Calvin Carter discussed with Dallas Innovates how the company is adapting to the future of work and business. [Jul 1, 2020 11:24:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rockets-calvin-carter-we-estimate-we-are-10-more-efficient-working-from-wherever) [![Finding Pride through Advocacy: Rocketeers create grassroots fundraiser for LGBTQIA+ community](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Pride_1-3.jpg?width=300&name=Pride_1-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/finding-pride-through-advocacy-rocketeers-create-grassroots-fundraiser-for-lgbtqia-community) ## [Finding Pride through Advocacy: Rocketeers create grassroots fundraiser for LGBTQIA+ community](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/finding-pride-through-advocacy-rocketeers-create-grassroots-fundraiser-for-lgbtqia-community) We are proud to see continued efforts with Inclusion and Diversity teams at Bottle Rocket as well to provide a safe and equitable work culture. [Jun 30, 2020 2:07:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/finding-pride-through-advocacy-rocketeers-create-grassroots-fundraiser-for-lgbtqia-community) [![Juneteenth’s Celebration of Freedom Adds Momentum to Movement for Racial Equality, Justice](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/BottleRocket_DRC_Juneteenth-3.jpg?width=300&name=BottleRocket_DRC_Juneteenth-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/juneteenths-celebration-of-freedom-adds-momentum-to-movement-for-racial-equality-justice) ## [Juneteenth’s Celebration of Freedom Adds Momentum to Movement for Racial Equality, Justice](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/juneteenths-celebration-of-freedom-adds-momentum-to-movement-for-racial-equality-justice) Juneteenth is a 155-year-old annual celebration of freedom and independence for African Americans in the United States. [Jun 16, 2020 11:15:26 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/juneteenths-celebration-of-freedom-adds-momentum-to-movement-for-racial-equality-justice) [![Nike and 47 more companies just made Juneteenth a paid holiday](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/BottleRocket_MSN_Juneteenth-3.jpg?width=300&name=BottleRocket_MSN_Juneteenth-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/nike-and-47-more-companies-just-made-juneteenth-a-paid-holiday) ## [Nike and 47 more companies just made Juneteenth a paid holiday](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/nike-and-47-more-companies-just-made-juneteenth-a-paid-holiday) In 1865, June 19 marked the end of the Civil War and slavery. [Jun 16, 2020 8:19:29 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/nike-and-47-more-companies-just-made-juneteenth-a-paid-holiday) [![Bottle Rocket makes Juneteenth a holiday for its 250-person workforce](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/NTX_Inno_Juneteenth-3.jpg?width=300&name=NTX_Inno_Juneteenth-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-makes-juneteenth-a-holiday-for-its-250-person-workforce) ## [Bottle Rocket makes Juneteenth a holiday for its 250-person workforce](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-makes-juneteenth-a-holiday-for-its-250-person-workforce) Bottle Rocket announced it plans to give its 250-person workforce a new holiday this Friday, in honor of Juneteenth. [Jun 15, 2020 10:42:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-makes-juneteenth-a-holiday-for-its-250-person-workforce) [![The Juneteenth Movement: Bottle Rocket Designates June 19 ‘A Company-Wide Day of Reflection, Learning, and Action’](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DallasInnovates_Juneteenth-3.jpg?width=300&name=DallasInnovates_Juneteenth-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/the-juneteenth-movement-bottle-rocket-designates-june-19-a-company-wide-day-of-reflection-learning-and-action) ## [The Juneteenth Movement: Bottle Rocket Designates June 19 ‘A Company-Wide Day of Reflection, Learning, and Action’](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/the-juneteenth-movement-bottle-rocket-designates-june-19-a-company-wide-day-of-reflection-learning-and-action) Bottle Rocket has activated a campaign called the Juneteenth Movement to bring together businesses in Dallas to fight racial injustice, [Jun 15, 2020 10:38:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/the-juneteenth-movement-bottle-rocket-designates-june-19-a-company-wide-day-of-reflection-learning-and-action) [![Bottle Rocket launches Juneteenth Movement with a call to action for all businesses to join](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/PR_Newswire_Juneteenth-3.jpg?width=300&name=PR_Newswire_Juneteenth-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-launches-juneteenth-movement-with-a-call-to-action-for-all-businesses-to-join) ## [Bottle Rocket launches Juneteenth Movement with a call to action for all businesses to join](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-launches-juneteenth-movement-with-a-call-to-action-for-all-businesses-to-join) Today, Bottle Rocket made a bold commitment to its employees, the Dallas community and the world by launching what the company is calling the Juneteenth Movement. [Jun 15, 2020 10:27:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-launches-juneteenth-movement-with-a-call-to-action-for-all-businesses-to-join) [![Juneteenth becomes a holiday for J.C. Penney, Quicken Loans, Spotify, Bottle Rocket](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DallasNews_Juneteenth-3.jpg?width=300&name=DallasNews_Juneteenth-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/juneteenth-becomes-a-holiday-for-j-c-penney-quicken-loans-spotify-bottle-rocket) ## [Juneteenth becomes a holiday for J.C. Penney, Quicken Loans, Spotify, Bottle Rocket](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/juneteenth-becomes-a-holiday-for-j-c-penney-quicken-loans-spotify-bottle-rocket) Companies are designating this Friday a paid day off. Americans celebrate Juneteenth to remember the end of slavery after the Civil War. [Jun 15, 2020 10:22:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/juneteenth-becomes-a-holiday-for-j-c-penney-quicken-loans-spotify-bottle-rocket) [![Working from home isn’t enough: Bottle Rocket employees can ‘work from wherever’](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DallasMorningNews_WorkFromWherever-3.jpg?width=300&name=DallasMorningNews_WorkFromWherever-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/working-from-home-isnt-enough-bottle-rocket-employees-can-work-from-wherever) ## [Working from home isn’t enough: Bottle Rocket employees can ‘work from wherever’](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/working-from-home-isnt-enough-bottle-rocket-employees-can-work-from-wherever) Bottle Rocket adopted a new policy, it wasn’t enough to say they could work from home as long as they wanted. The new motto: “Work from wherever.” [May 22, 2020 2:19:01 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/working-from-home-isnt-enough-bottle-rocket-employees-can-work-from-wherever) [![Work from wherever: Dallas-area company lets employees do jobs outside office permanently](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DBJ_WorkFromWherever-3.jpg?width=300&name=DBJ_WorkFromWherever-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/work-from-wherever-dallas-area-company-lets-employees-do-jobs-outside-office-permanently) ## [Work from wherever: Dallas-area company lets employees do jobs outside office permanently](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/work-from-wherever-dallas-area-company-lets-employees-do-jobs-outside-office-permanently) Bottle Rocket unveiled a permanent “Work from Wherever” future. This means employees can operate from home, in the office, across the country or even abroad. [May 21, 2020 2:33:55 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/work-from-wherever-dallas-area-company-lets-employees-do-jobs-outside-office-permanently) [![‘Work From Wherever’: Bottle Rocket Founder Deploys Tech, Revamps Processes for a New Future](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/WorkFromWhereever_DallasInnovates-3.jpg?width=300&name=WorkFromWhereever_DallasInnovates-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/work-from-wherever-bottle-rocket-founder-deploys-tech-revamps-processes-for-a-new-future) ## [‘Work From Wherever’: Bottle Rocket Founder Deploys Tech, Revamps Processes for a New Future](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/work-from-wherever-bottle-rocket-founder-deploys-tech-revamps-processes-for-a-new-future) Calvin Carter announce a plan to 'work from wherever' which will foster a better work/life balance for employees and help the company recruit global top talent. [May 21, 2020 2:22:15 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/work-from-wherever-bottle-rocket-founder-deploys-tech-revamps-processes-for-a-new-future) [![Bottle Rocket Founder Announces A Re-energized “Work from Wherever” Future for the Company](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/WorkFromWherever_Image-03-03-3.jpg?width=300&name=WorkFromWherever_Image-03-03-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-founder-announces-a-re-energized-work-from-wherever-future-for-the-company) ## [Bottle Rocket Founder Announces A Re-energized “Work from Wherever” Future for the Company](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-founder-announces-a-re-energized-work-from-wherever-future-for-the-company) Calvin Carter announced a permanent "Work from Wherever" future for Bottle Rocket, allowing employees to work at home, in the office, across the country, or even abroad. [May 20, 2020 2:02:00 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-founder-announces-a-re-energized-work-from-wherever-future-for-the-company) [![Bottle Rocket announces permanent ‘work from wherever’ model](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/NTX_Inno_WorkFromWherever-3.jpg?width=300&name=NTX_Inno_WorkFromWherever-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-announces-permanent-work-from-wherever-model-2) ## [Bottle Rocket announces permanent ‘work from wherever’ model](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-announces-permanent-work-from-wherever-model-2) In a sign of what may be to come in the post-pandemic future, a local company is taking the lead on reopening and working from home. [May 20, 2020 10:44:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/bottle-rocket-announces-permanent-work-from-wherever-model-2) [![Taking the can’t out of life: Three tips for achieving your goals in 2020](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Medium_AchieveGoals-3.jpg?width=300&name=Medium_AchieveGoals-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/taking-the-cant-out-of-life-three-tips-for-achieving-your-goals-in-2020) ## [Taking the can’t out of life: Three tips for achieving your goals in 2020](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/taking-the-cant-out-of-life-three-tips-for-achieving-your-goals-in-2020) I will never be as good at sketching as that one coworker a few desks over. They are far more naturally talented than I am. I just don’t get programming concepts…they don’t come naturally to me. If only \*insert reason here\* wasn’t true, I could accomplish all of the goals I want to accomplish. What \[…\] [May 14, 2020 2:08:00 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/taking-the-cant-out-of-life-three-tips-for-achieving-your-goals-in-2020) [![A Letter from our Founder & CEO on the Eve of our 12th Anniversary](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/happy-12-anniversary-calvin-letter-blog-3.jpg?width=300&name=happy-12-anniversary-calvin-letter-blog-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/a-letter-from-our-founder-ceo-on-the-eve-of-our-12th-anniversary) ## [A Letter from our Founder & CEO on the Eve of our 12th Anniversary](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/a-letter-from-our-founder-ceo-on-the-eve-of-our-12th-anniversary) On the eve of our 12th anniversary, Calvin Carter shares just a few beliefs that have shaped us, guided us and remind us daily of why we do what we do. [Mar 6, 2020 8:24:00 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/a-letter-from-our-founder-ceo-on-the-eve-of-our-12th-anniversary) [![Hack Week Recap: “Teemwork” Makes The Dream Work](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Artboard-2-Jun-16-2021-06-34-43-31-AM.png?width=300&name=Artboard-2-Jun-16-2021-06-34-43-31-AM.png)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hack-week-recap-teemwork-makes-the-dream-work) ## [Hack Week Recap: “Teemwork” Makes The Dream Work](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hack-week-recap-teemwork-makes-the-dream-work) At Bottle Rocket, we occasionally take time to focus on exploring new technologies. We call these ÒHack WeeksÓ and they generally consist of small teams meeting for an hour or two each day to try out some new ideas. [Dec 30, 2019 12:58:37 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hack-week-recap-teemwork-makes-the-dream-work) [![Bottle Rocket Recognizes Nine Key Leaders Who Are Making a Difference](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/bottle-rocket-logo-blog-Jun-16-2021-06-37-26-85-AM.jpg?width=300&name=bottle-rocket-logo-blog-Jun-16-2021-06-37-26-85-AM.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/recognizes-nine-leaders-making-a-difference) ## [Bottle Rocket Recognizes Nine Key Leaders Who Are Making a Difference](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/recognizes-nine-leaders-making-a-difference) Bottle Rocket has recognized nine key leaders who are making a difference with their commitment to technology and innovation. See our leaders here. [Oct 17, 2018 1:19:42 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/recognizes-nine-leaders-making-a-difference) [![Bottle Rocket’s 3rd Annual QA Bootcamp Recap](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/2018-QA-Bootcamp-3.jpg?width=300&name=2018-QA-Bootcamp-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/3rd-annual-qa-bootcamp-recap) ## [Bottle Rocket’s 3rd Annual QA Bootcamp Recap](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/3rd-annual-qa-bootcamp-recap) Every year, the QA team puts on an informative and interactive event for testers outside of the company. Interested participants come from all over DFW to learn about a variety of topics covering the test approach to mobile and connected devices. [Aug 2, 2018 12:00:27 PM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/3rd-annual-qa-bootcamp-recap) [![Bottle Rocket’s 7th Annual Rocket Science Hackathon](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/2018-rocket-science-decal-3.jpg?width=300&name=2018-rocket-science-decal-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/7th-annual-rocket-science-hackathon) ## [Bottle Rocket’s 7th Annual Rocket Science Hackathon](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/7th-annual-rocket-science-hackathon) Rumblings of fresh features and tools from WWDC and I/O have subsided, but that doesn't mean we've moved on . Quite the opposite, really. [Jun 26, 2018 10:40:34 AM](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/7th-annual-rocket-science-hackathon) [![Bottle Rocket’s Olympic Hackathon](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/olympic-hackathon-3.jpg?width=300&name=olympic-hackathon-3.jpg)](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/olympic-hackathon) ## [Bottle Rocket’s Olympic Hackathon](https://blog.bottlerocketstudios.com/olympic-hackathon) Bottle RocketÕs developers have been participating in an Olympic-themed hackathon. Read more to find out why we think hackathons are so important. 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