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Christian Talent

@manuscriptmaster

31d ago
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Software Engineer & Educator

Charlottesville, VA
senior
I am a pianist turned software engineer, educator, and modern web advocate. Over the years, I’ve worked deeply with the most popular web and test automation frameworks (Angular, React, Vue, Lit, Cypress, and Playwright) to prototype, collaboratively build, and ship world-class applications. I’ve designed and led intensive workshops to introduce working engineers to gnarly topics like native web components and functional programming. Finally, I’ve mentored other engineers 1:1, helping them to transfer their current skillset and learn best practices through a problem-first approach.

In my free time, I am a Bible nerd, specialty coffee drinker, bodybuilder, and lover of national parks. During my post-WillowTree retreat, I've explored Zion, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce, and Arches National Parks; I am currently developing and teaching two courses on Genesis 1-25.

Salary & Rates

/hour
150000/year

Work Preferences

full-time
remote

Work Experience

PeriodTitleCompany
2024 - 2024Senior Software EngineerWillowTree
2021 - 2024Platform Software EngineerWillowTree
2018 - 2021Software EngineerWillowTree
2018 - 2018Developer in ResidenceDigitalCrafts
2017 - 2018Front-End Web DeveloperBlue Fish Design Studio

Education

PeriodDegreeSchool
2018 - 2018Full-Stack Immersive Coding BootcampDigitalCrafts
2017 - 2017Front-End Web EssentialsBig Nerd Ranch
2009 - 2013B.M. in Piano Performance (summa cum laude)Kennesaw State University
Member since May 2025
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