Bert Koster
About Bert Koster
Bert Koster is a Front End Developer with a Bachelor's degree in Communication & Multimedia Design, specializing in interaction design and web development. He has worked at various organizations, including Opencii and Deriv, and has experience in sensor technologies.
Work at Deriv
Bert Koster has been employed at Deriv as a Front-end Developer since 2021. His role involves utilizing his front-end development skills to enhance user experiences on the platform. Koster's experience in this position spans three years, during which he has contributed to various projects aimed at improving the functionality and design of web interfaces.
Education and Expertise
Bert Koster holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication & Multimedia Design, with a focus on Interaction Design and Web Development, from Hanzehogeschool Groningen. His studies, completed from 2014 to 2020, included a minor in sensor technologies, where he gained practical experience in creating sensor systems using Arduino. This educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his career in front-end development.
Background in Front-end Development
Koster's journey in front-end development began with an internship at Opencii in 2017, where he worked for four months. He later returned to Opencii as a part-time Front-end Developer during summer holidays, further enhancing his skills. His experience also includes a project at EnTranCe | Centre of Expertise Energy from 2019 to 2020, where he worked on a final study script.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at Deriv, Bert Koster worked at STOPAQ B.V. as a Pakketverwerker for one month in 2019. He also had a brief stint at Opencii as a Front-end Developer in 2017 for one month. His diverse work experiences have contributed to his development as a skilled front-end developer.
Educational Journey
Bert Koster's educational background includes studying Archeology at Hogeschool Saxion for one year from 2013 to 2014, and completing HAVO at Noorderpoort from 2009 to 2013. This varied educational path has provided him with a broad knowledge base that complements his technical skills in front-end development.