Hi, I'm Alysia Lynn,

and I build web and mobile apps!

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Years of Dev Experience

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Git Contributions in 2024

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Web Dev Bootcamp

Employment History

Software Engineer

2018 - Present
  • Developed a real-time cash flow management tool for Bench`s desktop and mobile app, resulting in an increase in daily active users.
  • Migrated front-end pipelines from Jenkins to GitHub Actions.
  • Assisted with the migration of Bench`s bank connection integration from Yodlee to Plaid, providing customers with a more reliable and automated bookkeeping experience.
  • Built a Gusto integration from front-end to back-end, creating an additional revenue stream for Bench and strengthening our partnership.
  • Introduced front-end error logging and monitoring, enabling us to catch and fix bugs before they affect many clients.
  • Mentored several junior and intermediate engineers directly and facilitated department-wide mentorship through code reviews, learning moments, and book clubs.
  • Fostered a diverse talent pool by attending and organizing meet-ups and participating in interviews for engineering candidates at all levels.
  • Participated in the front-end technical steering committee that shaped the front-end architecture and direction.
  • Started and managed an affinity group for marginalized individuals in our technology department.

Web Development Mentor

2020 - 2022
  • Provide mentorship to students enrolled in the Lighthouse Labs bootcamp.
  • Facilitate technical interviews, assess students` understanding of the material, and track their progress.

Software Developer

2017 - 2018
  • Assisted in converting legacy CoffeeScript React components to ES6.
  • Participated in project planning and peer code reviews.
  • Was responsible for the complete redesign of the website and app.
  • Implemented Jest, Cucumber, and RSpec tests.
  • Developed features from start to finish in an Agile environment.
  • Was responsible for the web app`s design, mobile functionality, and UX/UI.

Onboarding Specialist

2015 - 2017
  • Answered inquiries via phone, live chat, and email.
  • Managed clients` accounts during their trial period and ensured top-level customer service.
  • Discussed complex bookkeeping and tax needs with clients to develop strategic solutions.
  • Exceeded monthly sales quota.
  • Contributed to th`e ongoing learning and success of the team through mentorship, collaboration, and training.

Education

Athabasca University

2020 - 2021

This course is designed to teach the basics of Java language principles, as well as advanced topics in object-oriented programming using Java.

British Columbia Institute of Technology

2018

This course is designed to teach the basics of Java language principles, as well as advanced topics in object-oriented programming using Java.

Lighthouse Labs

2017

A full-time immersive boot camp focused on full-stack web application development.

British Columbia Institute of Technology

2016

A course that covered the fundamentals of LANs, WANs, routers, router programming, networking, network standards, and terminology.

Saskatoon Business College

2005 - 2006

Included a wide range of courses, including grammar, typing (graduated with 90 WPM), HTML, records management, email and phone etiquette, hardware troubleshooting, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, and software troubleshooting.