Dean Way
About Dean Way
Dean Way is a Senior Software Developer at InVision with extensive experience at FreshBooks, where he contributed significantly to user retention and open-source projects.
Title and Current Role
Dean Way is currently serving as a Senior Software Developer at InVision. His role involves working on advanced software development projects, contributing to the improvement of InVision's technological offerings.
Professional Experience at FreshBooks
Dean Way has an extensive background with FreshBooks, beginning as a Software Development Intern in 2016. He progressed through various roles including Data Engineer, Software Developer, and ultimately, Senior Software Developer. His tenure spanned multiple locations, including Toronto, Ontario, and Amsterdam, North Holland. Notable achievements include developing a feature that significantly improved the user onboarding experience, resulting in a 15% increase in user retention. Dean also played a pivotal role in mentoring junior developers and led his team to victory in a hackathon by creating an innovative expense tracking tool.
Early Career and Internships
Dean Way's early career included internships that set the foundation for his software development skills. He interned at The Hospital for Sick Children and FreshBooks, where he gained practical experience in software development. Additionally, he held roles at Camp Couchiching, serving as a Leadership Program Director and Camp Counsellor over several summers.
Educational Background
Dean Way holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Guelph. His education equipped him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in software development.
Industry Contributions and Public Speaking
Dean Way has actively contributed to the open-source community by maintaining a popular JavaScript library widely used by developers. He also presented a talk on 'Scalable Microservices Architecture' at the 2021 Amsterdam Tech Conference, showcasing his expertise and thought leadership in the field.