Coaches

Here you can find a list of the 3424 volunteers who have coached at codebar.

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Joel Hassan
Joel Hassan

I'm trying out mentoring as a way for me to give back to the community. I've worked as a teaching assistant at my previous university (Helsinki Uni), where I mentored students at programming workshops. I now work as a software engineer at Smartly.io

Skills: html css TypeScript React SQL javascript

Mayowa Adams (he/him)
Mayowa Adams (he/him)

I am a software engineer. My proficient language is JavaScript, and I have experience with React.

Skills: javascript React

Andrew Walker (He/him)
Andrew Walker (He/him)

I’ve been a professional full stack web developer for over 10 years and have a masters in computer science. I’ve always enjoyed teaching and working with others, and would love to help in any way I can. My website: https://axw.dev

Skills: javascript html css Vue Svelte TypeScript

Stef Jones (any)
Stef Jones (any)

full-stack web dev working at Kobalt Music, indie music publisher and services company :-)

Skills: html css javascript TypeScript React docker Ci/CD node.js node HTTP

Robert Hellier (He/him)
Robert Hellier (He/him)

Hoping to help encourage a more diverse group of people to get into and flourish in software development. I have a degree and PhD in computer science and have been a professional software developer for 25 years.

Skills: c++ c# Azure desktop

Derik Evangelista (he, him)
Derik Evangelista (he, him)

I'm a software engineer at Syntasso, with previous experience as a computer science teacher.

Skills: Go javascript ruby algorithms

rocco righi (he/his)
rocco righi (he/his)

I started coding 2 years ago and after attending Makers Academy I landed a job at the BBC as front end developer. I work with AngularJS and React and Javascript in general. I also have some experience with ruby and ruby on Rails.

Skills: javascript AngularJS React ruby Ruby on Rails

Martin Clark (he/him)
Martin Clark (he/him)

I'm an AI engineer with a background in psychology. I'm currently working on the frontend, backend and a little data engineering for genAI webapps . For frontend I mainly use vue.js but I tend to work mostly in python.

Skills: python data science machine learning GenAI RAG SQL Flask

Markus Laaksonen (he/him)
Markus Laaksonen (he/him)

I'm a Hive Helsinki alumni, ex-peacekeeper, ex-manager, DevOps and cybersecurity enthusiast, and entrepreneur. Currently working as a junior developer, project manager, and InfoSec team member at Duodecim. I like solving problems and helping people.

Skills: devops operations administration management c regulation GDPR MDR NIS2 Linux

Giuseppe Capizzi (he/him)
Giuseppe Capizzi (he/him)

Hi! I'm Giuseppe, and I'm a Software Engineer at GitHub. I'm Italian, now back in Italy after living in London for ~5 years. I love coaching on any topic I'm familiar with but I'm particularly interested in software design, refactoring and testing.

Skills: ruby python php java golang Git testing OOP functional programming rails rust HTTP APIs

Edward Pau (He)
Edward Pau (He)

I have done a bootcamp in 2023, then I am learning on my own in 2024 to improve my skills. I have been attending and volunteering in different tech events. I met Andrew Steel and he introduced me to codebar. I am looking for a mentor to help my journey.

Neharika Joshi (she/her)
Neharika Joshi (she/her)

I'm a Data Engineer with a background in Software Engineering and a passion for AI. I love mentoring new tech talents and helping them navigate the industry. Let's innovate and make a difference together!

Skills: python c# SQL Microsoft Azure

Luke Thomas (he/him)
Luke Thomas (he/him)

I am a lead level software engineer with 10 years of experience. I recently moved to London from New York, and am eager to help members of my new community.

Skills: Data Modeling distributed systems ruby javascript communication diagram test-driven development

Louie Christie (he/him)
Louie Christie (he/him)

Software developer. Computer science graduate. Web development bootcamp graduate. Experienced in coaching junior developers at work, and coaching children in youth clubs and summer camps. Experienced at public speaking, in stand-up comedy clubs mostly.

Skills: javascript React Native React css TypeScript ruby

Prashant Lonikar (he/him)
Prashant Lonikar (he/him)

Hi team, I do product at a genAI startup & previously made data products for finance. I like teaching & have a good grasp on tech, math & stats & would like to teach, especially focusing on those who are starting out or early in their tech journey.

Denise Chan (she/her)
Denise Chan (she/her)

I am a Junior DevOps Engineer with experience in Kubernetes, GitOps, Docker, CI/CD, Linux, Bash, and AWS. Prior to becoming a DevOps Engineer, I learnt to code through Code First Girls, Makers and Codebar - primarily coding in Python and some Javascript.

Skills: kubernetes GitOps docker Linux AWS CI CD python javascript Shell bash

Karl Green
Karl Green

I’m looking to gain experience in programming-related roles through volunteering, so I can further develop my professional work experience as a 19 year old who’s looking to step into the tech industry.

Skills: python html css C++ (Basic Level)

Simon Hafner (He/him)
Simon Hafner (He/him)

I've seen most things backend.

Skills: Android kotlin Jetpack Compose rust Scala Haskell PureScript javascript

Brittany Blankinship (she/her )
Brittany Blankinship (she/her )

various data processing, analysis, visualisation and presentations in R and RMarkdown. Python for data analysis/data science

Skills: R statistics Data Visualisation

Michael Umeokoli
Michael Umeokoli

I'm a Research Software Engineer at the University of Manchester and a Trust & Safety Technologist at OFCOM, passionate about using tech for social good. Excited to mentor and share my knowledge at Codebar.

Skills: javascript java python Go

Paul OSullivan (he)
Paul OSullivan (he)

I have experience leading a team of developers at a digital agency and been coding for about a year. Most recent app was a smart store that uses facial recognition for login and customises user journey based on facial data.

Nat McCabe (he/him/his)
Nat McCabe (he/him/his)

Junior-Mid level, working primarily in Python but I also have experience in other lanugages

Skills: python java ts

James Hancock (he/him)
James Hancock (he/him)

I'm a frontend engineer at Torchbox with a background in creative coding. I've made 3D websites with Three.js, built a Nextjs site listing social groups in Bristol, and I'm currently making a hybrid design system of React & Django components.

Skills: Storybook Nextjs React scss a11y sustainability

Krzysztof (Chris) Szafranek (he/him)
Krzysztof (Chris) Szafranek (he/him)

I'm currently working with MLOps, Python, and AWS cloud. I used to do a lot of frontend (JS/TS/CSS/HTML), shell scripting, and mobile game development. I enjoy problem solving, helping others, and learning.

Skills: python javascript Cloud frontend css html bash Git devops kubernetes MLOps

Poppy Rodgers (she)
Poppy Rodgers (she)

Rails developer at Resolver.

Skills: rails ruby css html javascript coffeescript

Mohammad Shais Sheikh (He)
Mohammad Shais Sheikh (He)

I am Mohammad Shais and I have got 11+ years of experience in web and mobile application development. Launching a startup and community ReactHub.xyz and nas.io/reacthub.

Marcos Silva (he)
Marcos Silva (he)

I like mentoring people and the tartget audience is in sync with me. I have 10 years of professional software experience and gave some talks and classes in the past.

Anton Chebotov (he/him)
Anton Chebotov (he/him)

10+ years of iOS development. I work for Bumble and I do interviews, so I can help with understanding what skills the big companies are looking for

Skills: Swift UIKit

Julian Nagele (he/him)
Julian Nagele (he/him)

Software engineer currently using C++. Earlier experience in python and functional programming, taught undergrad courses in compilers. I'd like to stay in touch with early career programmers, hopefully offer some help, and generally connect with people.

Leo Riviera (he/they)
Leo Riviera (he/they)

Hello! I'd like to attend events and coach participants. I've given talks at several events, worked across a handful of startups building out their architecture and writing code. I like mentoring and speaking to people and would like to do it a lot more.

Carlos Calla Alarcón
Carlos Calla Alarcón

I can contribute with web development knowledge helping new people who are learning. I can cover the basics HTML, CSS, Javascript, Typescript, ReactJS, etc. I can also I can help with algorithms and data structures.

Antonio La Gamma
Antonio La Gamma

as Lead software engineer I usually mentor juniors/mid and often senior software engineers and I would like to help to mentor also future software engineers!

Yaroslav Polosin (he)
Yaroslav Polosin (he)

I'm a mid-level, full-stack developer at Ghyston and would like to see and participate in events. I enjoy teaching others and have been running coding clubs in the past This is my second account as I need to move emails.

Skills: React html css TypeScript c# Linux python devops github agile

Dave Gillard (he/him/they)
Dave Gillard (he/him/they)

I'm new to teaching, but have broad industry experience, mostly PHP/SQL/AWS, so happy to help/teach whatever I can.

Skills: MySql node Dropbox) php html Bit of MongoDB PostCSS TailwindCSS JS (ES6) Vue React Webpack Unix AWS CSS (Sass/Less)

Nigel Lambert (he)
Nigel Lambert (he)

Worked in IT professional services for many years. Last 12 on a SPA application using JavaScript, C#, IIS, SQL Server, Azure. Learning React/Next.js. Live in Bristol & checking out what's happening locally, keeping busy & possibly being helpful!

Skills: javascript c# IIS Sql Server Azure React Next.js

Crawford Wynnes
Crawford Wynnes

Happy to support diversity in technology

Skills: ruby rails basic Javascript

Nazeh Abel (he/him)
Nazeh Abel (he/him)

I want to provide coaching to student and i have done it in the passed and i am still teaching at a bootcamp at the university of Birmingham and i would love to contribute the same here

Skills: javascript python Git HTML/CSS

Jason Umahi (he/him)
Jason Umahi (he/him)

Web Developer skilled in Next.js, React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, TailwindCSS, Astro, Firebase. I'm passionate about creating innovative, user-friendly web apps that make a positive impact.

Skills: Next.js React TypeScript javascript html css TailwindCSS Astro Firebase Supabase Go

Morgan Roderick (he/him/they/them)
Morgan Roderick (he/him/they/them)

Enthusiastic cook and amateur photographer

Skills: html css javascript Git Unit Testing software engineering

George Bell (he/him)
George Bell (he/him)

I'm an experienced software engineer who just enjoys talking about code. I currently work in Ruby but have plenty of .NET experience and also volunteer for a local charity that provides opportunities for young people to learn Scratch and Python

Skills: ruby python .NET

Adilson Pedroso
Adilson Pedroso

I am a Principal Engineer working at King, in the past I worked with banks as a consultant.

Till Klampaeckel (he/him)
Till Klampaeckel (he/him)

I've 20+ years experience in tech. I am using Go, JavaScript, PHP, but I get around most languages. I also a background in ops and I've lead teams in companies of various sizes. I am currently working on a PaaS called Runway.

Skills: Go php javascript ruby kubernetes docker ops Linux freebsd

Robin Tyler
Robin Tyler

Help people to learn coding!

Simon Criado (he/him)
Simon Criado (he/him)

Only 255 characters :O I am interested in meeting and sharing with other devs. I work for a small BCN based startup. I am originally from Malaga, lived 10 years in Switzerland and now Barcelona. I love nature, mountains, sports and playing chess.

Skills: javascript React TailwindCSS

Rohit Hegde (He)
Rohit Hegde (He)

I am very well versed and experienced with Java, Kotlin, Golang and have worked on backend and android applications. I think sharing this knowledge of mine with the students is a great opportunity for me as a contributor and teacher.

Chomba Mumba
Chomba Mumba

I'm working on some cloud and full-stack side projects at the moment, and I thought Codebar would be a great place to meet others with similar interests and chat about tech and coding.

Skills: python javascript React vue.js html css terraform Git docker

Steven Comfort (he/him)
Steven Comfort (he/him)

Happy to coach embedded C or Rust, BDD/TDD or anything to do with CI/CD

Christophe Johanny
Christophe Johanny

Hi, I'm a Senior Frontend engineer with around 6 years of professional experience. I would be happy to help your student with anything related to Frontend technology, but I can also help with soft skills, interview preparation etc...

Kyle Bayliss (he/him)
Kyle Bayliss (he/him)

Fullstack engineer with 15 years experience: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebayliss/

Skills: django python html javascript docker SQL database design accessibility interview prep css sass scss

beeps ⠀ (it/its)
beeps ⠀ (it/its)

I'm a frontend developer on the GOV.UK Design System, with specialisms in accessibility, web semantics, and design systems. I'm looking to improve my mentoring skills.

Skills: accessibility Design Systems html css javascript sass Nunjucks php SQL

Tiffany Conroy (she/her)
Tiffany Conroy (she/her)

I’m a software developer who’s also done product, design and engineering management with 25 years experience. I used to run Coderdojo Berlin, a coding club for kids.

Siddhartha Rai (He)
Siddhartha Rai (He)

I can support as a coach for software engineering, data engineering, Python, SQL, gen AI Applications, MLOPs, cloud infrastructure basics and so on

Alex Man
Alex Man

I am a Junior Software Developer with experience working with JavaScript/TypeScript.

Paul Grenfell (he/him/they)
Paul Grenfell (he/him/they)

20+ years experience as a developer. Worked in diverse areas such as game development and industrial lighting control. Have led teams mentored juniors. Very much enjoy helping new developers learn how to learn.

Skills: Vue python c++ Gamedev UI ux javascript/typescript HTML/CSS Audio/Visual Demoscene

Adrià Lisa Bou
Adrià Lisa Bou

I've been tutoring math since I was 15. For the past 4 years, I've worked as a full stack developer and am nearing senior level. I see Codebar as a chance to grow my skills while helping others, since I can't teach at my current job.

Matilde Pulidori (she/her)
Matilde Pulidori (she/her)

I'm approaching codebar following a suggestion from my manager. I love helping people find their way into coding, and I hope that one day I can not only be a coach, but also help organise events here in Madrid, where I'm based.

Nicola Dick (she/her)
Nicola Dick (she/her)

With an academic physics and biomedicine background I have been involved in various coding projects, including bayesian algorithms, optimization, ML, etc. I am keen on helping out with my skills wherever I can.

Ivan Ivashkovskii
Ivan Ivashkovskii

I am an experienced hands-on Software Team Lead, and Senior Software Engineer. I'm passionate about knowledge sharing, and fostering individual strengths through feedback culture

Skills: backend ml analytics

Maharani Sasikumar (She/her)
Maharani Sasikumar (She/her)

SQL & BI Developer with 20+ years' experience. Currently in regulatory reporting, focusing on database analysis, DevOps and migrations. Worked as web developer with .NET/JavaScript few years ago. Known for delivering scalable data solutions.

Joey Taylor
Joey Taylor

I am here to support people who want to get into coding or a career in tech

Skills: c# SQL

Aran Borkum
Aran Borkum

I'm a dev at kraken and I want to help new people get into the field

Luna Lloyd (She/Her)
Luna Lloyd (She/Her)

I have a degree in computer science and a masters in game development, I am currently working of a platforming game. I have a bit of teaching experience and I have worked in IT.

Skills: python java unity Unreal Engine Godot javascript c#

Patrik Pavelka (he/him)
Patrik Pavelka (he/him)

I'm looking for a coding activity and community event while searching for a job here as a software engineer. I have just graduated from computer science with some intership experiences, so I'm sure I can both help others and learn myself.

Skills: java data structures javascript html css

Martin Kaiser (He/him)
Martin Kaiser (He/him)

Hi, I am a Physicist with experienced in Python in General but also using it for Data Science and AI.

Skills: data science html python Linux css

Mayowa Salami
Mayowa Salami

I'm a DevOps engineer with experience in cloud (Azure/AWS), CI/CD, and Python. I’d love to help students with scripting, automation, and cloud basics. I enjoy mentoring and making tech approachable for newcomers.

Adewale Sulaiman (He/him)
Adewale Sulaiman (He/him)

I’d love to help students with Python or Git. I’m a full-stack developer with experience in FastAPI, React, Nest.js and AI. I enjoy mentoring and believe in making tech more inclusive and welcoming for everyone.

Sean Peters (he/him)
Sean Peters (he/him)

I've been a software developer for 2 years, working on a range of projects mostly using React (TypeScript and JavaScript) for the frontend and Laravel (PHP) for the backend. Looking forward to supporting at Codebar however I can.

Skills: html css javascript TypeScript laravel php

Zuhaib Shah (He)
Zuhaib Shah (He)

I want to help beginners at codebar Berlin learn web development in a friendly way. I’m a master’s student with four years of full-stack experience and enjoy mentoring, explaining code, and solving real-world problems together.

Skills: Full Stack Development nodejs React tailwind

Ramón París González (He)
Ramón París González (He)

I have 8+ year building software and leading teams. I would like to teach what I have learned in my path and help people to change their reality with their skills

Skills: java javascript ReactJS VueJs golang gcp AWS Azure terraform html css architecture

Yuxuan Peng
Yuxuan Peng

ts dev

Marco Strillozzi (he/him)
Marco Strillozzi (he/him)

I started my tech agency Fluo Technologies in 2014. We are a certified B Corp and our mission is to unleash the power of purpose-led organisations with tech. I'm always happy to support young people and help them access opportunities in the industry.

Skills: html css javascript TypeScript .NET SQL MongoDB React Native

Charles Killer
Charles Killer

Check my LinkedIn page for experience

Mohamed Melouk (he/him)
Mohamed Melouk (he/him)

I've 11+ years of experience & I worked at tech giants like Google & X (Twitter). I love helping people & I helped 200+ people to kickstart their software development career. I believe Codebar is where I'ld be most useful given my skillset and experience

Skills: software engineering mentoring entrepreneurship

Sathursan Krishnadeva (he)
Sathursan Krishnadeva (he)

I’ve worked with React, Node.js, MongoDB, and a bit of Python. Codebar’s welcoming community is the ideal place to volunteer, learn, and contribute.

Jeevan Rasanayagam (he/him)
Jeevan Rasanayagam (he/him)

I enjoy talking to people about AI/machine learning. Had worked on a natural language processing API - talking to clients about how it works/why, & often times, it involved using python to 'show & tell'. I think I can do the same with Codebar.

Jon B
Jon B

I want to assist where possible

Skills: React html css JS Jest Cypress

Michael Okolo (He/Him)
Michael Okolo (He/Him)

I’m a passionate web developer with frontend and backend experience (Next.js, React, React Native, .NET). Excited to work on impactful Codebar projects and grow while helping the community.

Keith Blackwood (He)
Keith Blackwood (He)

Hi I am interested in volunteering to tutor people learning Javascript/Typescript. I am a full stack developer of 5 years expereince,

Jake Conkerton-Darby (he/him)
Jake Conkerton-Darby (he/him)

I've never been to a code bar, but I'm an experienced senior developer and hoping to help foster development skills in those looking to learn :)

Chandeep Khosa (he/him)
Chandeep Khosa (he/him)

Freelance web developer since 2006, mostly with Drupal open source CMS. I run 2Toucans digital agency, managing a global, remote first team of developers, designers & marketers from London. Planning to hire a part-time Junior Developer & UX/UI Designer.

Skills: Drupal html css scss Twig docker Reviewing PRs Git branching Deployments architecture Strategy Planning project management Collaborating

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