Stories from the Hackery

Bruna Farao graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 7.

I believe that my intrinsic desire for balance and harmony brought me to data analytics. The reason may be that I do not like to create problems, but I love to solve them and bring peace/answers to intricate problems. Originally from Brazil, I've gone through several challenges to be where I am right now. However, becoming a data analyst has rising the bar a lot higher than I thought possible. Although this career path is complex and it requires a lot of trials and errors, I've fallen in love with the learning process, how sophisticated data analytics is, and what data analysis can provide to anyone who wants to make clear, informed, and meaningful decisions. Outside my professional pursue, you will find me practicing yoga, walking my doggies, reading, attempting to cook, and watching sitcoms.

Tony Pitorri graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 7.

As a career leader, I often used data to achieve goals and drive my success. As a data analyst, I look forward to providing data to help others achieve their goals and drive their own successes.

Mylah Gainey graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 7.

Vishal Trivedi graduated with Web Development Cohort 55.

Prior to joining NSS I immersed myself in many different directions associated with the tech industry from sales, operation, and analysis. Realizing that I had a fundamentally strong understanding of these concepts made me come to the conclusion that I wanted to pursue a more hands on and immersive side to the business. I've always loved building computers. It's been a passion! I'm glad that I can now do something similar with code. Besides building I love rock climbing, playing table tennis, music and enjoying classic movies.

Derick Cravens graduated with Web Development Cohort 55.

I have always been a very knowledge hungry person and that has led me to software development for a professional career. I strive to be the best in everything I do. I have always loved technology, and after finishing college I knew I wanted to move in the direction of software development where I will never stop learning.

Houston Smith graduated with Web Development Cohort 55.

Nashville, Tennessee born and raised; creative soul trapped in a logical brain. After four years as a Family Minister, I decided to try my hand at something new. A brief attempt at electrical work followed by a year in plumbing eventually led me to software development. A natural curiosity, passion for creative problem-solving, and a drive to constantly learn made software development the perfect fit! I’m team oriented, adaptable, and ready to join the software development industry!

Luke Slater graduated with Web Development Cohort 55.

I've always been a lover of, and intruiged by, technology. I built my first PC when I was 13. From there, I basically grew up on the internet, so it was only natural that I would pursue a career in software development, via Nashville Software School. Both the learning experience and the work in-class has been immensely engaging and rewarding. I am very excited to begin my career in the industry.

Wesley Mitchell graduated with Web Development Cohort 55.

Prior to beginning my journey as a software developer, I performed professionally as a touring and session musician. I grew up in Rapid City, South Dakota and had many hobbies including skateboarding, playing baseball, and lots of drumming.

I studied Music Business in Chadron, Nebraska and moved to Nashville to chase my dreams as a musician after graduating. After many years of hard work and performing, I landed a spot with a local band Bully opening the doors of touring internationally and playing shows I dreamed about including performing at the Ryman.

When the pandemic hit in 2020, it proposed a way to look at my career differently and gave me free time to pursue software development. Software development gives me the opportunity to work in a field with continuous growth and education while still being a creative outlet for me.

Cory Clark graduated with Web Development Cohort 55.

Nice to meet you, I'm Cory! Prior to my journey with NSS, I was a freelance musician/actor for around 10 years. In other words, I'll still play your weddings and birthday parties. I have always had a long-time interest in technology, and due to recent pandemic related shifts in the performance industry I decided to pursue those interests fully and enrolled at Nashville Software School. Coding so far has become a fantastic outlet for both my creative and logic-based hobbies and former careers. Post-graduation I'm so excited to keep acquiring knowledge as a growth-minded junior software developer.

Javontae Hardeman graduated with Web Development Cohort 55.

Prior to attending NSS, I was an avid gamer with a lifelong interest in tech, and supporting my college education gaming and doing freelance work as a Thumbnail Designer/Video Editor. My passion for content creation as well as my interest in technology led me to pursue web development as a way to utilize my logical and creative problem-solving skills and learn web development at NSS.