I'm Obsessed With Labs

Customizing my desktop layout. Desktop Widgets: Ubersicht, Transparent Dock: cDock, Wallpaper: Black Lab

Customizing my desktop layout.

Desktop Widgets Ubersicht
Transparent Dock cDock
Wallpaper Black Lab

March 28, 2015

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Frances Coronel

I’m Frances Coronel, a Senior Software Engineer at Slack, speaker, and mentor passionate about building intuitive, high-impact experiences that help millions of people get work done efficiently. A proud Peruvian-American and Corgi mom based in the Bay Area, I love scuba diving, laughing with my partner Andrew, and unwinding with a good Netflix binge.

Latest blog posts

I think I’m becoming a “cracked” engineer ⚡⚡⚡

AI tools have me in a new flow state—Idea → prompt → output → refine → ship. It’s fun, addictive, and changing how I build.

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January 7, 2026

Reflecting on 2025, Looking Ahead to 2026

2025 brought growth, humility, and clarity. As I look toward 2026, I’m choosing focus, community, and a deep commitment to leveling up.

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October 16, 2025

Speaking at Dreamforce: Exploring AI Agents in Slack 💬

My first Dreamforce experience — sharing how Slack is shaping the future of work through AI agents and conversational workflows.

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October 10, 2025

Reflections from SheTO Summit: Why Community Still Matters 💛

How the SheTO Summit reminded me that intention, investment, and community still open doors for women in tech.

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September 18, 2025

Panel Event: How the Slack Team Uses Slack 💬

Shared how the Slack team uses Slack—from favorite features to behind-the-scenes engineering tips—at our community panel in SF! ✨

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April 22, 2025

Mentoring & Momentum: My Year with GNC at ODU

Mentored an ODU computer science student through GNC’s Executive Mentorship Program — helping her blend design and cybersecurity into a clear career path. 🚀