Doug Hurst
About Doug Hurst
Doug Hurst is a Senior Architect at Emma, Inc, where he has worked since 2013. He specializes in building data platforms and advocates for continuous testing and integration in software development.
Work at Emma
Doug Hurst has been employed at Emma, Inc. as a Senior Architect since 2013. In this role, he focuses on building a state-of-the-art data platform and advocates for continuous testing, integration, and delivery within software development processes. His work involves dividing large multi-function applications into smaller, composable services, enhancing the efficiency and scalability of the software architecture. Additionally, he has developed EmmaPython, a Python wrapper for Emma's API, which facilitates easier integration with the platform.
Education and Expertise
Doug Hurst studied English Literature at Austin Peay State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1998 to 2004. His educational background complements his technical expertise in software architecture and development. He specializes in designing solutions that manage large volumes of data with sub-second processing times, and he develops roadmaps for leveraging event-driven Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) on AWS services.
Background
Doug Hurst attended Northeast High School before pursuing higher education. His professional career began at Fort Campbell Federal Credit Union, where he worked as a Senior Software Engineer from 2006 to 2010. He then transitioned to Iostudio, serving as a Senior Developer from 2010 to 2012. His experiences in these roles laid the foundation for his current position at Emma, Inc.
Professional Achievements
Throughout his career, Doug Hurst has contributed to various projects that emphasize modern software development practices. His advocacy for continuous testing, integration, and delivery has influenced the development processes at Emma, Inc. His work on building a data platform and creating EmmaPython demonstrates his commitment to improving software solutions and enhancing user experiences.