Summary
Michael Erlander is a pragmatic full-stack developer and database programmer with 8 years of experience combining data-driven analytics, logistics operations, and web development to deliver practical research and business solutions. Currently a Programmer II - Database at NORC/University of Chicago, he builds and supports data collection and storage pipelines while drawing on a diverse stack that includes React, Node/Express, Python, and multiple SQL and NoSQL databases. As sole web developer for psychology studies at Cal State Northridge, he designed client-facing experiments, integrated Firebase backends, and wrote Python tools to convert JSON results into analysis-ready CSVs—showing a knack for bridging research needs and production tooling. Grounded in IT and full-stack training from Loyola and Northwestern, he is transitioning into a full-time developer role where his blend of analytics, operations experience, and hands-on development accelerates reliable delivery.
8 years of coding experience
2 years of employment as a software developer
Associate of Arts (A.A.), English, Associate of Arts (A.A.), English at Heartland Community College
Bachelor's degree, Information Technology, Bachelor's degree, Information Technology at Loyola University Chicago
Full Stack Web Development, Full Stack Web Development at Northwestern University School of Professional Studies
High School Diploma, College Prep, High School Diploma, College Prep at Schaumburg High School