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Alexander Swain

Alexander Swain

Data Engineer

Northcoders

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Interstellar Delivery: Mastering Datetime in Python

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Introduction to Python

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Python Toolbox

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Introduction to Python for Developers

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Introduction to Python

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My Work Experience

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Northcoders | Aug 2022 - Present

Data Engineer

Worked on internal projects including student analytics, data modelling and creating an updated data engineering curriculum. Instructed students on Python, covering topics such as fundamentals, testing, databases, backend, cloud and projects. Taught SQL and data modeling emphasizing warehouse design, query optimization, and data manipulation. Introduced students to AWS for deploying applications and data infrastructure with CI/CD, covering services like S3, EC2, RDS, using console, CLI and Terraform.
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Northcoders | Nov 2021 - Aug 2022

Software Engineer

Mentored students in JavaScript fundamentals, imparting knowledge on variables, data types, functions, control flow, and error handling. Guided students in building robust APIs using Node.js and Express.js, focusing on RESTful principles, middleware, routing, and error handling. Taught frontend development using React, including component-based architecture, state management, and hooks.

Royal Navy | Jan 2014 - Feb 2021

Leading Hand (Mine Warfare)

Leadership in Mine Countermeasure Procedures: Led and trained a team of twelve in complex mine countermeasure procedures, demonstrating strong leadership and technical expertise. Excelled in strategic planning, decision making under pressure, and maintaining team morale and cohesion. International Training and Development Programs: Conducted multifaceted international training and development programs, showcasing versatility and adaptability. Gained broad experience in areas including firefighting, incident management, search and rescue, and dynamic risk assessments. Demonstrated effective communication and collaboration in diverse teams and environments. Operation of Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Systems: Operated unmanned underwater vehicle systems for the identification and disposal of mines. Showcased technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail in high-stakes situations. Gained deep understanding of complex systems and excelled in troubleshooting under pressure.

My Education

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Mathematics & Physics in Mathematics The Open University | 2030

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