Darrin About

Experienced explosive growth in skill and knowledge as a software developer. Developed mobile sales applications as part of a Scrum team, projects encompassed aspects of front-end function, user experience, middleware, and supporting data systems for multiple sales apps. Joined the team during the release of new iPad and iPhone sales applications, gaining valuable experience with bug fixes, rapidly changing dependencies, and new feature development.

SERVICEMASTER CODING PROJECTS

Sales and technical support, primarily focused on generating service contracts for consumer and business accounts with additional revenue from a range of related products and services. Built a broad network of contacts to ensure strong growth in future sales and business ventures.

Exceeded 140% of sales targets and trained sales staff in emerging technologies. Joined T-Mobile just before the first iPhone hit the market, giving me a unique and valuable perspective on the introduction, early adoption, and penetration of the mobile technology market. I gained valuable perspectives on user experience by working directly with end users, and developed an exceptional instinct for mobile interface design. The rapid iteration of hardware and software during this time fortified my ability to solve complex technical problems quickly and efficiently, and reinforced my aptitude for creative problem solving.

More than doubled previous store revenue, developed leadership skills and learned to use data to refine processes.

Used innovative CRM software and an actively managed sales funnel database to guide clients through the buying process.

Focused coding curriculum adding to the Harvard CS50: Introduction to Computer Science course. Concentration in C, Python, JavaScript, SQL, HTML and CSS to solve various problems and achieve a comprehensive base of coding experience.

Great coding school with a strong sense of mission. Wonderful teachers who added a new source of inspiration and perspective to my life. This organization has supported me throughout my journey after graduation, and I appreciate them greatly for revealing my passion and talent for coding.

Currently have 102 credit hours at the University of Memphis, in the Fogelman College of Business and Economics. Anticipated completion in Spring 2019.