Summary
Nathan Petersen is a software engineer with a decade of diverse experience, currently building products at Bodangly in New Haven, CT. He combines formal training from Holberton and Free Code Camp with hands-on teaching experience, having tutored and reviewed code for aspiring engineers. Nathan's background spans startups and unusual operational roles—from owning a specialty painting business to running a remote medical clinic and large-scale procurement—giving him practical project ownership and problem-solving instincts. Known as a quick learner with a taste for perfection, he brings disciplined engineering practices and a knack for clear documentation and student-facing communication. He also has a playful, curious side evidenced by a GitHub bio that signals deep interest in frontier AI experimentation. That blend of practical management, education experience, and software craft makes him effective at shipping reliable solutions and mentoring teammates.
10 years of coding experience
2 years of employment as a software developer
Business/Managerial Economics, Business/Managerial Economics at Utah State University
Full Stack Web Development, Computer Software Engineering, Full Stack Web Development, Computer Software Engineering at Free Code Camp
Computer Software Engineering, Computer Software Engineering at Holberton School
Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Health/Health Care Administration/Management at Utah Valley University
English, Amharic, oromo (some)