Alex Banister
About Alex Banister
Alex Banister is a Software Developer currently employed at FluentStream since 2019, with a background that includes military service in the US Marine Corps and experience in front-end engineering.
Work at FluentStream
Alex Banister has been employed at FluentStream as a Software Developer since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the development of software solutions, focusing on enhancing user experience and functionality. His work is integral to the company's mission of providing effective communication tools for businesses. FluentStream operates in the Greater Denver Area, where Alex applies his technical skills to meet the needs of clients.
Previous Experience in the US Marine Corps
Prior to his current role, Alex Banister served in various capacities within the US Marine Corps. From 2008 to 2012, he worked as an MV-22 Osprey Mechanic and Quality Assurance Representative in Jacksonville, North Carolina. He later became an MV-22 Osprey Mechanic, Phase Coordinator, and Quality Assurance Representative from 2016 to 2017, also in Jacksonville. Additionally, he served as a Marine Security Guard from 2012 to 2016 in locations including Santiago, Chile, Baku, Azerbaijan, and Kinshasa, DR Congo.
Education and Expertise
Alex Banister studied at the Turing School of Software & Design, where he completed a program in Front-End Engineering from 2017 to 2018. This education provided him with foundational skills in software development, particularly in front-end technologies. His training at Turing School equipped him with the knowledge necessary to transition into the tech industry and pursue a career in software development.
Experience as a UX Developer
Before his time at FluentStream, Alex worked as a UX Developer at Fuser.com from 2007 to 2008. In this position, he focused on user experience design, contributing to the development of user-friendly interfaces. This role helped him to build a strong understanding of user-centered design principles, which he continues to apply in his current software development work.
Training at Turing School of Software & Design
During his time at the Turing School of Software & Design, Alex Banister engaged in an intensive curriculum focused on front-end engineering. This program lasted for one year, from 2017 to 2018, and provided him with practical skills in coding, design, and software development methodologies. The training laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in the technology sector.