Ben Cook
About Ben Cook
Ben Cook is a Software Engineer Associate with a background in full-stack software engineering and data science. He has experience in various roles, including instructional design and support engineering, and has worked with technologies such as AngularJS, PixiJS, and Firebase.
Work at Altimetrik
Ben Cook has been employed at Altimetrik as a Software Engineer Associate since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing software solutions and enhancing system functionalities. His experience includes working collaboratively with teams to implement effective engineering practices and contribute to project goals.
Education and Expertise
Ben Cook studied at Holberton School, where he completed a Full-Stack Software Engineering program from 2019 to 2020. He also pursued a Data Science certificate at the University of Toronto during the pandemic. Prior to these, he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics from the University of Toronto from 2013 to 2017.
Background in Instructional Design and Software Development
Ben Cook worked at Vretta Inc. as an Instructional Designer and Software Developer from 2017 to 2019. In this position, he contributed to educational technology by developing interactive lessons and enhancing user interfaces. His role involved using technologies such as AngularJS, PixiJS, and Firebase.
Experience as a Teaching Assistant
In 2017, Ben Cook served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Toronto for four months. His responsibilities included supporting students in their learning and assisting with course materials. He also worked as a Facilitator at the same institution from 2015 to 2017, contributing to educational programs.
Role as Junior Software Engineer
Ben Cook held the position of Junior Software Engineer at Indigenous Friends Association from 2020 to 2021. In this role, he was involved in software development projects, applying his skills in programming and engineering to support the organization's objectives.