Summary
Chris Goodwin is a Lead Programmer with 11 years of hands-on experience building scalable web and desktop applications, currently leading development for Schaumburg School District 54 in Chicago. He specializes in Python/Django with MSSQL backends, takes a test-driven approach for systems used daily by thousands, and has built everything from workflow automation scripts to enterprise-grade Windows applications. His background spans full-stack web development, iOS/Android mobile apps, server administration and large-scale end-user support—he’s supported networks from fewer than 10 to over 14,000 users. A practiced designer and graphic artist, Chris uniquely blends creative UX sensibility with deep technical know-how, often creating internal tools (C#, .NET, PHP/Laravel, AngularJS) that reduce error and save significant time. Colleagues describe him as curious and drawn to fun, creative challenges, which drives his continual adoption of new technologies and pragmatic solutions.
11 years of coding experience
9 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology, Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology at Western Illinois University
Associate of Arts (AA), General Education, Associate of Arts (AA), General Education at Carl Sandburg College
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