Stories from the Hackery

Zenon Drobocky graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 6. Motivated Junior Data Analyst dedicated to securing a meaningful role leveraging business solution software to identify trends and opportunities that will positively advance target goals and benchmarks. Keenly focused on solving business problems, identifying new markets, and leveraging opportunities through data analytics and innova...

Parker Hanna graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 6. Adaptive and analytical, with a variety of previous work experiences, seeking to transition into the data analytics field. Detail-oriented in both analysis and language, with an eye for readable code as well as attractive visualizations and dashboarding, and equipped with a probing mind for asking and exploring interesting and unique q...

Jeremy Lee graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 6. Worked as a CNC machinist for 15 years before the pandemic hit. Once it did, I took the opportunity to study coding and data analysis as remote work seemed to be where things were headed. The attention to detail, ‘order in all things’ mentality, and meticulously digging through code to find small oversights that I’ve always enjoyed previ...

Theodore Schwartz graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 6. I am a passionate data analyst looking to challenge my skills and grow in the business intelligence field. Since I was young, I have loved diving into processes and figuring out how to optimize them, as well as discovering and exploring interesting patterns in data. I am excited to put my skills, teamwork, and passion to work in d...

Tim Coca graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 6. I am a hardworking problem solver with an affinity for discovering and clearly representing the answers to complex data questions. My past experience allows me to excel at collaborating with a team towards an intuitive solution. Approaching new challenges with passion and grit is a hallmark of my work background, and I strive to learn from...

Ronit Rapoport graduated with Full Time Data Analytics Cohort 6. I'm a motivated data analyst, passionate about investigating and resolving complex questions. Experienced in deriving relevant information and creating visualizations to present clear and concise analysis and a hard working team player looking to take my skill set to the next level.

Jon Brooks graduated with part time Web Development Evening Cohort 15. I'm a Mortgage Loan Specialist excited to branch out into the software dev world!

Jason Ross graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Technology is life. Coffee is fuel. #promotecybersecurity

Kevin Lockett graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. After 10 years in parish ministry and 23 years as an Air Force chaplain, I retired and moved from D.C. to the hills of Tennessee to sit on my rocker. That got old fast, so now I'm off my rocker. I'm pursuing a new passion of coding and web development. Except when my sweet new granddaughter Olivia comes to visit. Then it's back to the rocker....

Sean Derevjanik graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Gamer and dungeons and dragons fanatic who decided to get into coding to make those two easier, and then discovered they were a coding fanatic as well.

Charlie Long graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Nashville Native with a passion for technology, music, and rock climbing! When I'm not coding I love to make music on Ableton, play strategy games, or do some bouldering at the climbing gym. Formerly an Operations Manager for Premier Parking, I believe that one should follow their passion and never stop learning, so I took the opportunity to l...

Aviva Mondesir graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Aviva is a Software Developer in the Technology domain looking for a development position. Supportive and enthusiastic team player dedicated to efficiently resolving project issues. Ability and willingness to innovate and learn new technologies, quick learner passionate about development.

Laci Zeidler graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. After working in retail and foodservice for 7 years, I knew that I wanted to pursue a career that challenged me mentally and creatively. Software development sparked my interest over three years ago and I finally found an institution that suited my needs as an aspiring software developer. I am always ready to learn new concepts and find myself...

Shelby Rossi graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. css | html | javascript | react | python | django | github | procreate | problem solver | communicator | associates in fine art-er | painter | set decorator | pinstriper | vintage obsessor | texas two-stepper | italian food lover | antiquer | software developer!

Melissa Fox graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. As a former zookeeper, I have developed a knack for creative problem-solving, plus an extensive collection of obscure animal facts. I have a passion for solutions-driven development with a constant drive for self-improvement. Coding has become a passion of mine that I am excited to put to work creating real-world solutions. Did you know that bi...

Keosha Watkins graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Lover of books turned lover of code. I've been fascinated by manipulating web pages since Myspace. I'm glad Asurion gave me the chance to follow this journey.

Chris Mccrary graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Since playing with computers and GameBoy emulators in 5th Grade, my software journey eventually led me here to NSS in 2021. It's been an incredible journey so far, and I can't wait to see what's next in this wide world of technology!

Joe Mason graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Originally from St. Paul, Minnesota, I finally moved to Nashville in January 2019 after several years of visits and vacations. A bartender by trade, I've always had a knack for tech. From building PC's to writing code and everything in between. As I got older, I found myself more and more interested in software development. That led me to several...

Chasity Brown graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. From Rochester, NY currently living in Charlotte, NC. Living every day like the unicorn I am and coding along the way!

Jacob Kunsman graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. After working solely in the Automotive industry and as a skilled laborer, I decided to change my career and Software Development seemed like the perfect path for me. I love the problem solving, creativity, and team style work associated with it. Some of my Hobbies include Rock Climbing, Fly Fishing, and Photography. Reach out through my Perso...

Jacob Cook graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. I always wanted to learn how to code and was finally presented with an opportunity to do so with my current company and I was not disappointed. I've loved every minute of my time at NSS and will take these skills forward into my apprenticeship at Asurion. Learning Full-Stack development has been so much fun and I can't wait to be able to use the...

Andy Eilers graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Born from the dusty fields of northeastern Colorado, I have lived a wild life. I ventured off one week after high school to start a five-year enlistment in the U.S. Marine Corps. In the Marines, I worked as an aviation electrician on CH-53E helicopters. This journey took me to some amazing places, including Kosovo, Bahrain, and eventually Iraq....

Leah Daniel graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Lover of learning and dad jokes. Mediocre gamer/baker/writer/D&D player. Formerly in HR. Recipient of the NSS peer award "The Human Magnet: The student that everyone goes to with questions."

Alex Lewis graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Music producer turned software developer with a passion for technology, wellness, and just about anything related to audio.

Sherwin Vargas graduated with Web Development Cohort 52. Entrepreneur turned Software developer, hoping to eventually bridge the gap between small family business and technology.