Stories from the Hackery

Stories from the Hackery

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Stories from the Hackery episodes

  • Simon Mack - Data Analytics
    Simon Mack graduated with Full-time Data Analytics Cohort 4.
    In my background in project management, I focused on coordinating a team to create high quality products that met our clients marketing needs and helped them reach their goals. From there, I decided to change paths. Because of my interest in problem solving and data, I enrolled in Nashville Software School, where I’m learning the essential tools of data analysis. I'm driven by exceeding the expectations of the client through transforming messy, raw data into relevant, useful insights that will help them, and therefore my team, be successful.
    9 min
  • Sidney Crandall - Web Development
    Sidney Crandall graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    I am nerdy individual who loves Doctor Who, anime, manga, and Animal Crossing. I have 3 chihuahuas. I enjoy making fun and creative websites for users.
    6 min
  • Bre Coach - Web Development
    Bre Coach graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    After working in banking wire operations for some time, I decided to take a leap and pursue software development! I needed some excitement, an outlet to express my creativity, and a role that enabled me to learn something new everyday.. and pay a few bills. On top of developing outstanding software, I'm a pretty chill, very funny thanks to 'The Office', and can cry on command. I welcome all opportunities to showcase any one of those skills!
    6 min
  • Micaela Colpi - Web Development
    Micaela Colpi graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    After graduating in 2019 and getting my cosmetology license, I decided to do hair full time. It was amazing until the pandemic started, and then I was unemployed for three months. This really got me thinking about other career opportunities, and thankfully I stumbled upon Nashville Software School. Applying to NSS was one of the best decisions of my life and every day in class reminds me of this. I am so excited to start my career as a Software Developer.
    6 min
  • Ethan Mathis - Web Development
    Ethan Mathis graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    Having done everything from operating heavy machinery, to bartending on Broadway I've decided to start a career in software development and I've never been happier.
    13 min
  • Taryn Lytle - Web Development
    Taryn Lytle graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    I am an ex-axe throwing general manager who decided to holster my hatchets in order to embark on a new career in web development. I have enjoyed building reliable, attentive teams and creating a positive environment for customers to enjoy and am looking forward to combining my past experience with my new found skills in the technology world. Every day that goes by of learning, reassures me that I have made the best possible decision for my future.
    6 min
  • Carter Culkin - Web Development
    Carter Culkin graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    As you've probably guessed, my name is Carter, I've been living in Nashville since 2011. During my adult life in the Nashville area I have spent most of my time working in the automotive industry. I decided to leave that industry because I realized an important part of living a happy life is to not mix work and play.
    11 min
  • B.J. Golden - Web Development
    B.J. Golden graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    Software developer with a masters degree in classical guitar performance. Dedicated, passionate, and creative professional committed to growth within myself and my team.
    8 min
  • Meg McGregor - Web Development
    Meg McGregor graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    I have a background in visual art and retail. After years of managing a small business, I saw how the right software can help a business thrive and web development sparked my interest. For me, coding is a fantastic mashup of creative and highly-technical work.
    8 min
  • Cody Jones - Web Development
    Cody Jones graduated with Full-time Web Development Cohort 47.
    I am a software engineer that loves deconstructing issues to find solutions to my problems. Before software development, I have been working in the restaurant service industry for over 9 years. This has helped me build and develop on problem solving skills and management that have lead me to success in my software development career.
    7 min

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