Brooks Becton
About Brooks Becton
Brooks Becton is a Lead Developer at Bounteous, where he has worked since 2021 in Fargo, North Dakota. He has a background in software engineering and web development, with experience at Babel Street and Mississippi State University, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from the University of Tennessee at Martin.
Work at Bounteous
Brooks Becton has served as Lead Developer at Bounteous since 2021. Based in Fargo, North Dakota, he has contributed to various projects over his three years with the company. His role involves overseeing development processes and mentoring junior developers, particularly in React technologies. Becton has played a significant part in enhancing the web technology practice within the organization.
Previous Experience
Before joining Bounteous, Brooks Becton worked at Babel Street as Software Engineer III from 2018 to 2021. His responsibilities included software development in a remote setting. Prior to that, he was employed as a Web Developer at Mississippi State University for one year and held multiple roles at The University of Tennessee at Martin, including ITS Student Worker at the Computer Help Desk and ITC Student Worker as a Web Editor from 2014 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Brooks Becton earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Tennessee at Martin, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. His education provided a foundation in software development principles and practices. Becton has since specialized in web technologies, particularly in React, Redux, and Jest, and has actively contributed to the growth of these technologies within his teams.
Mentorship and Contributions
In his professional capacity, Brooks Becton has mentored new React developers, fostering their skills and knowledge in web development. He has also contributed to the growth of the web technology practice by reviewing in-house learning materials and delivering presentations on emerging technologies. His efforts have supported the professional development of his colleagues and enhanced team capabilities.
Key Projects and Initiatives
Brooks Becton has led significant projects during his career, including the development of critical software for a client's eCommerce platform utilizing React, Redux, and Jest. He also managed the migration of a client's internal communications website, which serves approximately 50,000 employees, from a legacy content management system to a modern visual site builder.