✅ Mentor, Coding Instructor & Tech Coach | Learn to Code, Level Up, or Transition Careers
With over 20 years of hands-on software development and teaching experience, I offer expert mentoring and personalized coaching in a wide range of coding languages, software tools, and development methodologies. Whether you're a student, career switcher, or junior developer looking to build confidence and skill, I help you cut through confusion and gain clarity in programming, debugging, and career direction.
I’ve served as a Coding Mentor for government contractors, startups, e-learning platforms, and individuals pursuing personal and professional goals. With a passion for teaching and a patient, practical approach, I guide learners at every level—especially those struggling to connect theory to real-world applications.
Coaching Strengths:
Teaching core programming concepts in Java, PHP, C++, JavaScript, Python, and SAS
Explaining Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and API architecture
Web development (HTML/CSS/JavaScript/PHP/MySQL)
Debugging help (Laravel, React, legacy code, CLI tools)
Tech career coaching and job prep (mock interviews, resume tips, portfolio help)
Test automation basics using PHPUnit and Jest
Building confidence for non-traditional learners and career changers
Real-World Experience:
✔ Taught GED students in Fairfax County—volunteering as a math & CS tutor
✔ Coached students at CodeCraft Mentoring in full stack development
✔ Worked on development teams in Solar Technology and NAVSEA weapons financials
✔ Helped junior developers grasp Laravel migrations, Docker setups, and GIT workflows
✔ Simplified complex systems and tools (JCL, SAS, React, etc.) into clear explanations
✔ Acted as SME for software testing, best practices, and secure coding
Why Clients Choose Me:
✅ Calm and adaptable teaching style
✅ Encouraging, goal-oriented feedback
✅ Passion for helping others understand and grow
✅ Strong communication skills through public speaking (Toastmasters Competent Communicator)
Whether you're preparing for a new tech job, diving into full stack development, or trying to finally understand what’s going on in the code, I can help you bridge the gap from where you are to where you want to be.
Let’s schedule a session and start building your skills today.