Alena Holligan
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Marinus Damm
Working at Bright, Alena's quick mind and deep programming knowledge are always on display, not in a show-off way, but as an intrinsic part of her. There's another facet of her engineering outlook that really "fills the circle": it's Alena's palpable excitement when engaged with a puzzle. Doesn't matter who finds the problem or design challenge- she's happy to help others, and equally happy to share something she's investigating. Her presence in a technical channel is like a warm campfire warding off the chill and the unknown dangers of the night.
Nick Pettit
Alena is an outstanding technical talent and educator. I worked with Alena for many years at Treehouse, and during that time she demonstrated an exceptional ability to break down abstract programming concepts into easily understood video courses. She makes coding fun and approachable with her warm on-camera presence. I admire her empathy for our students. She deeply cares about their personal growth and carefully designs curricula centered around concrete learning objectives and educational efficacy. Don't miss out on this rare talent. I highly recommend Alena for any position she seeks!
Marinus Damm
Working at Bright, Alena's quick mind and deep programming knowledge are always on display, not in a show-off way, but as an intrinsic part of her. There's another facet of her engineering outlook that really "fills the circle": it's Alena's palpable excitement when engaged with a puzzle. Doesn't matter who finds the problem or design challenge- she's happy to help others, and equally happy to share something she's investigating. Her presence in a technical channel is like a warm campfire warding off the chill and the unknown dangers of the night.
Nick Pettit
Alena is an outstanding technical talent and educator. I worked with Alena for many years at Treehouse, and during that time she demonstrated an exceptional ability to break down abstract programming concepts into easily understood video courses. She makes coding fun and approachable with her warm on-camera presence. I admire her empathy for our students. She deeply cares about their personal growth and carefully designs curricula centered around concrete learning objectives and educational efficacy. Don't miss out on this rare talent. I highly recommend Alena for any position she seeks!
Marinus Damm
Working at Bright, Alena's quick mind and deep programming knowledge are always on display, not in a show-off way, but as an intrinsic part of her. There's another facet of her engineering outlook that really "fills the circle": it's Alena's palpable excitement when engaged with a puzzle. Doesn't matter who finds the problem or design challenge- she's happy to help others, and equally happy to share something she's investigating. Her presence in a technical channel is like a warm campfire warding off the chill and the unknown dangers of the night.
Nick Pettit
Alena is an outstanding technical talent and educator. I worked with Alena for many years at Treehouse, and during that time she demonstrated an exceptional ability to break down abstract programming concepts into easily understood video courses. She makes coding fun and approachable with her warm on-camera presence. I admire her empathy for our students. She deeply cares about their personal growth and carefully designs curricula centered around concrete learning objectives and educational efficacy. Don't miss out on this rare talent. I highly recommend Alena for any position she seeks!
Marinus Damm
Working at Bright, Alena's quick mind and deep programming knowledge are always on display, not in a show-off way, but as an intrinsic part of her. There's another facet of her engineering outlook that really "fills the circle": it's Alena's palpable excitement when engaged with a puzzle. Doesn't matter who finds the problem or design challenge- she's happy to help others, and equally happy to share something she's investigating. Her presence in a technical channel is like a warm campfire warding off the chill and the unknown dangers of the night.
Nick Pettit
Alena is an outstanding technical talent and educator. I worked with Alena for many years at Treehouse, and during that time she demonstrated an exceptional ability to break down abstract programming concepts into easily understood video courses. She makes coding fun and approachable with her warm on-camera presence. I admire her empathy for our students. She deeply cares about their personal growth and carefully designs curricula centered around concrete learning objectives and educational efficacy. Don't miss out on this rare talent. I highly recommend Alena for any position she seeks!
Experience
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smarTours
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United States
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Leisure, Travel & Tourism
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Software Engineer
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Mar 2023 - Present
Data Administration, Analytics, Architecture, Development, and Reporting Data Administration, Analytics, Architecture, Development, and Reporting
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Founder
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Jun 2020 - Present
Supporting software developers in solving their parenting challenges through articles, live webinars, corporate training, group workshops, and one-on-one training. Supporting software developers in solving their parenting challenges through articles, live webinars, corporate training, group workshops, and one-on-one training.
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Technical Trainer and Consultant
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Oct 1999 - Present
I bring 20 years of full-stack software development experience to clients, specializing in small to medium-sized businesses. As a skilled programmer, communicator and educator, I understand clients' needs and deliver results. - Keynote and international conference speaking (30+ presentations) - Workshop training for object-oriented programming - Develop diverse Web applications - Cloud based DevOps for custom applications - Customize WordPress themes and plugins - Design website and other aspects of online presence - Assisted clients in defining requirements - Educate clients in best practices for online marketing
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PhoneBurner
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United States
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Telecommunications
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Software Engineer
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Feb 2022 - Feb 2023
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Bright.md
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Software Engineer
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Nov 2020 - Jan 2022
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Lumen Learning
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United States
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E-learning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Software Engineer
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Aug 2019 - Jun 2020
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Treehouse
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Software Developer Instructor
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Aug 2015 - Jun 2019
Introduced development concepts with a focus on PHP. Wrote projects, scripts, documentation, and assessments to train developers. Created approachable video content through onset filming and screencasting. - Developed a full PHP training curriculum with over 30 courses - Additionally responsible for WordPress and Design topics - Onboarded new teaching team members - Implemented a wiki repository for team process documentation - Provisioned new server and software for company blog - Lead organizer for 75-person company meet-up
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IMPACT International Marketing
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United States
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Program Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Software Architect
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2002 - Aug 2015
Expanded print-based incentives company to meet the needs of an online market. Implemented CRM and ticketing systems to encourage goal-focused communication. - Built custom CRM and ticketing system from the ground up - Documented requirements for projects - Product management for dozens of integrated client and end user support sites - Architected integration of client and vendor systems - Implemented version control with Git - Mentored web and design interns Expanded print-based incentives company to meet the needs of an online market. Implemented CRM and ticketing systems to encourage goal-focused communication. - Built custom CRM and ticketing system from the ground up - Documented requirements for projects - Product management for dozens of integrated client and end user support sites - Architected integration of client and vendor systems - Implemented version control with Git - Mentored web and design interns
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Mohave Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Instructor
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2003 - 2004
Instrumental in launching the graphic design department at the local community college to bring graphic arts and online development to the local community and open the gateway for expanded opportunities. Accomplishments Designed Curriculum Pioneered teaching three semesters, Intro to Graphic Design Pioneered teaching one semester, Intro to Web Design Instrumental in launching the graphic design department at the local community college to bring graphic arts and online development to the local community and open the gateway for expanded opportunities. Accomplishments Designed Curriculum Pioneered teaching three semesters, Intro to Graphic Design Pioneered teaching one semester, Intro to Web Design
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Print and Web Designer
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1999 - 2001
Created and designed full-color print and online retail ads for clients in diverse market segments, often after direct interaction with the customer. Suggested both ad copy and campaign themes. Created and designed customer logos as needed. Accomplishments • Designed print work for client advertisements • Developed and maintained on-line presence for publisher • Created online yellow pages for local business using PHP/MySQL Created and designed full-color print and online retail ads for clients in diverse market segments, often after direct interaction with the customer. Suggested both ad copy and campaign themes. Created and designed customer logos as needed. Accomplishments • Designed print work for client advertisements • Developed and maintained on-line presence for publisher • Created online yellow pages for local business using PHP/MySQL
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Education
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1998 - 1999
Art Institute of Phoenix
AAS, Multimedia
