About

Production Support Engineer for Experian, I am interested in toubleshooting and helping customers with their technical issues. I thrive on pushing myself and my team for growth, embracing both success and failure as essential catalysts for success. I am always looking for new challenges and opportunities to grow.

Experience

Production Support Engineer

Experian (Clarity Systems) • 2022 — Present

Specializing in onboarding, technical integration, and system excellence for the Clarity data environment. Managing end-to-end support for mission-critical financial systems.

  • Facilitate customer account setups for seamless data transfers and technical integration during onboarding phases.
  • Provide expert technical support to resolve complex usage difficulties and explain Clarity system mechanics.
  • Analyze code and documentation to solve integration issues, developing custom scripts and training customers for product efficiency.
  • Execute routine advanced administrative procedures and review reporting data for compliance and issue resolution.
  • Maintain consistent communication with management and account teams to provide clear project status updates.

Software Engineer Fellow

General Assembly • Nov 2020 — Feb 2021

Completed an intensive 420+ hour immersive program focused on full-stack development. Developed multiple applications using modern frameworks and engineering best practices.

See the Projects section below for details on applications built during this fellowship.

1st Shift Machine Operator / Operations

Smithfield • 2018 — 2020

Managed daily operations focusing on production goals, safety guidelines (PPE, OSHA, FDA), and issue reporting.

  • Operated in a fast-paced environment requiring constant adaptability to production schedules.
  • Performed physically demanding tasks including heavy lifting (30-60 lbs) and repetitive movement.
  • Fully trained and certified forklift operator with a strong emphasis on work ethic and machinery operation.

Machine Operator / Assembler / Forklift

Glanbia Performance Nutrition (GPN) • 2014 — 2017

Followed adjusted settings to accurately complete tasks in accordance with FDA and OSHA safety guidelines.

  • Reduced operational downtime and minimized material waste through efficient work practices.
  • Maintained daily inventory of raw materials to ensure consistent and uninterrupted production flow.
  • Identified and reported equipment malfunctions promptly by completing detailed hourly inspection sheets.

Featured Projects

Haley V Ferro Ink

A professional artist portfolio, Haley's website is designed to showcase her artistic work and provide a platform for client engagement. Focused on responsive design.

HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript Responsive

Tapmate

GENERAL ASSEMBLY PROJECT

A comprehensive beer collection and discovery application. Users can track their favorite brews, interact via a message board, and explore new beers using the Punk API.

Node.js Express.js MongoDB Google Auth

Munch

GENERAL ASSEMBLY PROJECT

A collaborative MERN stack recipe application with full CRUD functionality. Built in a team environment to provide users with a seamless recipe search and management experience.

MongoDB Express.js React Node.js

Newpost

GENERAL ASSEMBLY PROJECT

A dynamic blog posting application featuring a robust backend. Built with Django and PostgreSQL, providing a secure environment for users to share and manage public content.

Django PostgreSQL Python Bulma

Falling Star

GENERAL ASSEMBLY PROJECT

An engaging arcade-style game testing player reflexes. Features dynamic difficulty scaling as gaps render upward, challenging users to maintain their position and high score.

HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript

Technical Skills

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Operations

Linux/Unix, SQL, AWS, Postman, Bruno.

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Observability

Splunk, Jira, Redmine, Confluence, DataGrip.

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Automation

Python, Shell Scripting (Bash), Ruby on Rails, Cursor.

Resources for Breaking into Tech

I transitioned from manufacturing operations to tech, and these are the resources that helped me along the way. Whether you're just starting out or leveling up, I hope they help you too.

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Web Development

  • freeCodeCamp Free full-stack curriculum with hands-on projects and certifications.
  • The Odin Project Open-source full-stack path covering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js.
  • MDN Web Docs The go-to reference for HTML, CSS, and JavaScript documentation.
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Python & Scripting

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SQL & Databases

  • SQLBolt Interactive SQL lessons that start from the very basics.
  • Mode SQL Tutorial Beginner to advanced SQL with real-world analytics examples.
  • Khan Academy: SQL Free interactive intro to SQL queries and relational databases.
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Linux & Command Line

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Cloud & DevOps

  • AWS Skill Builder Free digital training courses directly from AWS.
  • KillerCoda Interactive browser-based labs for Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux.
  • roadmap.sh/devops Community-driven roadmap showing what to learn and in what order.
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Career & Job Prep

  • Tech Interview Handbook Free guide to resumes, behavioral questions, and technical interviews.
  • LeetCode Practice coding problems used in real technical interviews.
  • GitHub Guides Learn Git, open source contribution, and how to build a profile.

Let's Connect!

I'm open to discussing any projects, ideas, or opportunities. Feel free to reach out to me via email or phone.