Spencer Olson

Computer Programmer | Student

Profile

Hardworking, returned missionary, sophomore college student. Motivated attitude and a variety of powerful skills. Adept in various technologies and programming languages. Committed to utilizing my skills to further the mission of a company.

a picture of me


Education

Pre-Information Systems, Brigham Young University, Provo
  • Working towards an Information Systems Degree with a minor in computer science (Graduating in 2025).
  • 3.89 GPA
The BYU Developers Club
  • Club officer in charge of communications
  • Attended weekly meetings to develop an app in React Native in collaberation with other club members

Experience

Computer Programmer | BYU Office of Information Technology | Sep 2021 - Present
  • Worked in quality assurance. Wrote automated tests using Node JS, Browserstack, and Postman.
  • Headed development of a web app for the BYU Department of Experiential learning. I had to learn many new skills in a short amount of time to accomplish this, such as: Calling API's, CSS styling, and how to build a relational database.
  • Lead other student developers in creating the automated email systems as well as build pages for the new BYU clubs website.
Costumer Service Representative | Shop Hero | April 2020 - July 2020
  • Answered phone calls from customers and assisted them with purchasing products.
Instructor | Rise Martial Arts | June 2015 - June 2019
  • After earning a second degree Black Belt ranking in Taekwondo, I began teaching classes to all ages, 5-adult. While teaching for 4 years, I also worked toward, and achieved, third degree Black Belt rank in Taekwondo. In my position of instructor, I was required to exhibit patience, compassion, understanding and tolerance. At the same time, I learned how to multi-task, plan, direct others, give instructions, give positive encouragement, manage my time, and teach the values of Taekwondo: respect, courtesy, perseverance, diligence, humility, and an indomitable spirit and will.
References - Contact Info Available Per Request
  • Mr. Tyler Kelly, owner of Rise Martial Arts
  • Josh Ray, ShopHero
  • Mark Crowther, BYU Office of IT

Skills

Experience in:
  • React Native
  • HTML/CSS
  • Git
  • Mendix
  • Agile Methodolgy
  • Relational Databases
  • C++
  • Tableau
  • Unity

Excellent Customer Service Skills
Certified Mendix Developer


Hobbies

  • Skiing
  • Playing Guitar
  • Riding my bike
  • Hiking/backpacking
  • Coding

a picture of me backpacking

Contact Me

  • Phone number: 385-455-3797
  • Email: spencerjolson@gmail.com

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