Summary
Josh Archer is a dedicated instructor and former web developer with a decade of experience teaching computer science and web development at community colleges in Washington. With a strong academic foundation from the University of Washington (MS and BS in Computer Science, both with high GPAs), he blends rigorous technical knowledge with a students-first teaching philosophy. He has practical hands-on experience building web apps using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, jQuery, and AJAX, and has tackled large-data graph problems during an early software engineering internship. Comfortable in both adjunct and full-time roles, Josh excels at translating complex concepts into approachable lessons for new developers. Based in Puyallup, WA, he brings a rare combination of graduate-level CS depth and classroom-honed communication skills that consistently boost student outcomes.
10 years of coding experience
3 years of employment as a software developer
Master’s Degree, Computer Science, 3.83, Master’s Degree, Computer Science, 3.83 at University of Washington
Associate’s Degree, Computer Science, Associate’s Degree, Computer Science at South Puget Sound Community College
English