Alexa Welch
About Alexa Welch
Alexa Welch is a Software Engineer with expertise in React and Ruby on Rails, currently working at data.world. She has a background in music, having studied Music Theory and Composition at Loyola University New Orleans, and has held various roles in software engineering and music accompaniment.
Current Role at data.world
Alexa Welch has been employed as a Software Engineer at data.world since 2023. This role is based in Austin, Texas, and is conducted remotely. In her position, she applies her expertise in software development to contribute to data.world's mission of making data more accessible and usable.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to her current role, Alexa Welch worked as a Software Engineer at iSeatz from 2019 to 2021 and at The Mom Project from 2021 to 2023. During her tenure at iSeatz, she gained valuable experience in software development, which she further honed at The Mom Project. Her work in these roles contributed to her professional growth in the tech industry.
Education and Expertise
Alexa Welch studied at Loyola University New Orleans, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Theory and Composition from 2009 to 2014. She is also pursuing Computer Software Engineering at Operation Spark since 2018. Her technical expertise includes proficiency in React and Ruby on Rails, as well as experience with Docker, PostgreSQL, and Node.js/Express.
Background in Music and Service Roles
Before transitioning to software engineering, Alexa Welch worked as an Accompanist at Loyola University New Orleans from 2015 to 2016. She has also held food service positions at China Orchid and Little Tokyo Restaurant from 2017 to 2018 and 2016 to 2017, respectively. Additionally, she has served as the Organist at Christ Episcopal Church since 2009.
Advocacy for Best Practices in Software Development
Alexa Welch advocates for well-documented code and emphasizes the importance of thorough code reviews in software development. She believes that strong communication and adaptability are crucial elements for success in the field.