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## Brian Nance

# Advisor, Developer

##### Summary

Highly skilled and experienced full-stack engineer with over 25 years of expertise in developing robust and scalable software solutions. Proficient in a wide range of technologies including cloud-based platforms, analytics, security, REST APIs, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, Terraform, CMS platforms, and various application programming languages. Possesses a deep understanding of JavaScript, PHP, Python, Bash, SQL, and NoSQL databases. Excels in problem-solving, architecture design, and collaboration within cross-functional teams.

Education: B.S. Physics

##### Technical Skills

1. **Fullstack Development**:
  - Proficient in end-to-end web application development, spanning both frontend and backend technologies.
  - Extensive experience in designing and implementing scalable, maintainable, and responsive user interfaces.

2. **Cloud-Based Technologies**:
  - Expertise in cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), DigitalOcean, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  - Proficient in deploying and managing applications in cloud environments using services like AWS EC2, S3, Lambda, DigitalOcean Droplets, Spaces, Kubernetes, etc.
  - Skilled in optimizing applications for cloud infrastructure and leveraging serverless architectures.

3. **Analytics**:
  - Experience with data analysis, visualization, and reporting using tools such as Google Analytics, Kibana, and Tableau.
  - End to End Conversion tracking with Segment, Google Ads, Meta Advertising and LinkedIn
  - Proficient in extracting insights from large datasets and implementing data-driven decision-making processes.

4. **Security**:
  - Deep understanding of web application security principles and best practices.
  - Experienced in implementing secure coding practices, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
  - Proficient in securing applications against common vulnerabilities such as cross-site scripting (XSS), SQL injection, and cross-site request forgery (CSRF).

5. **REST APIs**:
  - Strong knowledge of designing, developing, and consuming RESTful APIs.
  - Skilled in architecting scalable API structures and adhering to RESTful principles.
  - Experience with API documentation tools like Swagger and Postman.

6. **Kubernetes**:
  - Proficient in containerization and orchestration using Kubernetes.
  - Skilled in deploying, scaling, and managing containerized applications using Kubernetes clusters.
  - Experience with Kubernetes tools and concepts such as pods, deployments, services, and ingress controllers.

7. **CI/CD Pipelines**:
  - Expertise in setting up and managing Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
  - Skilled in using tools like AWS Code Pipeline, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Circle CI to automate build, test, and deployment processes.

8. **CMS Platforms**:
  - WordPress: Proficient in developing custom themes and plugins, extending core functionality, and managing WordPress websites.
  - Craft CMS: Experience in building and customizing content-driven websites using Craft CMS.
  - Strapi: Skilled in developing headless CMS-powered applications using Strapi, an open-source Node.js-based CMS.
  - Contentful: Experience in building content-driven applications using Contentful, a flexible headless CMS.
  - Sanity: Proficient in creating customizable and structured content models using Sanity, a headless CMS platform.

9. **Programming Languages**:
  - JavaScript: Proficient in both frontend and backend frameworks such as React, Angular, Node.js, and Express.js.
  - PHP: Extensive experience in building dynamic web applications using frameworks like Laravel and CodeIgniter. Proficient in WordPress development.
  - Python: Proficient in Python for web development, scripting, and automation.
  - Bash: Skilled in shell scripting for automation and system administration tasks.
  - SQL: Strong understanding of relational databases, proficient in writing complex queries and optimizing database performance.
  - NoSQL Databases: Experience with popular NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Redis, and Cassandra.

##### Professional Traits

1. **Problem Solving**: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, identify efficient solutions, and implement them effectively.
2. **Architecture Design**: Skilled in designing scalable, modular, and maintainable software architectures to meet business requirements.
3. **Collaboration**: Experienced in working collaboratively within cross-functional teams, contributing to effective project delivery and successful outcomes.
4. **Continuous Learning**: Strong commitment to staying updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, continuously expanding skillset.
5. **Adaptability**: Capable of quickly adapting to new environments, technologies, and project requirements.
6. **Leadership**: Proficient in mentoring and guiding junior team members, providing technical guidance, and fostering a positive work environment.