I am a software engineering leader and educator with 8+ years of hands-on tech experience covering various roles and responsibilities, from quality engineering to software engineering management. I have and have had multiple certifications - AWS, Scrum, and SSMC, as well as skills in Azure DevOps and several languages including C# and Javascript. My passion is to drive software development, education, strategy, and community, and to empower others to achieve their goals through technology.Currently, I am an instructor, software engineer and software consultant. At Microsoft I introduce technologists around the world to software development through virtual and in-person instructional learning. I create, refine, and deliver instructional material and capstone projects, and I have accumulated over 500+ instructional hours. I am also a founder at Flintstone, a software development, consulting, education, programming, and digital photography services company. I've launched in 2022 and have been growing a steady cliental that helps keep my technical skills sharp and relevant. Additionally, I am a co-founder and instructor at DevYou, a start-up that focuses on teaching introductory software development skills and bridge the digitial divide by offering classes that are affordable for interested technologists. In my previous role, I created high-performing engineering teams, solved complex biz-tech problems, delivered measurable business value, and fostered engaging experiences for everyone involved in a fast-paced, industry-leading environment in the fintech sector.