Summary
Cara Fisher is a software engineer with four years' industry experience and an MSc in Computer Science, transitioning from a social sciences background where she developed strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. She writes clean Python code, uses debugging and error-handling effectively, and has built PyQt5 frontends and robust data models for both relational and non-relational backends. Comfortable with Git, Linux and Docker, she applies agile and Scrum practices to deliver practical, well-documented solutions in team settings. Her career includes progressive roles at Scott Logic and a current position at Artlist, reflecting rapid professional growth since graduating. Unusually for a recent convert to computing, she paired top academic performance with hands-on work in complex social environments, giving her a pragmatic, user-centred perspective on software design. Motivated to continue learning, she brings resilience and a habit of quickly mastering new technical foundations.
3 years of coding experience
4 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science - BSc Criminology with Applied Psychology, Bachelor of Science - BSc Criminology with Applied Psychology at Aberystwyth University
Master of Science - MSc Computer Science, Master of Science - MSc Computer Science at Prifysgol Aberystwyth University