Vanessa L.
About Vanessa L.
Vanessa L. is an experienced instructor and senior engineering manager with a strong background in software engineering and children's literature. She currently teaches at LinkedIn Learning and has authored children's books, showcasing her unique blend of technical and creative skills.
Current Position at Papa
Vanessa L. serves as a Senior Engineering Manager at Papa, a role she has held since 2022. She works remotely and has contributed to the company's engineering efforts for two years. In this position, she leverages her extensive technical background to manage engineering projects and lead teams in developing software solutions.
Previous Experience at Interfolio
Prior to her current role, Vanessa worked as a Staff Software Engineer at Interfolio from 2019 to 2022. During her three years with the company, she focused on software development and engineering practices while working remotely. Her experience at Interfolio further solidified her skills in software engineering and project management.
Education and Academic Background
Vanessa holds a Master's Degree in Children's Literature and Critical Theory from Illinois State University, where she studied from 1995 to 1997. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Children's and Adolescent Literature, Psychology, and Children's Theater from Eastern Michigan University, studying from 1991 to 1995. Her academic background supports her dual career as a software engineer and children's book writer.
Instructor Role at LinkedIn Learning
Since 2021, Vanessa has been an Instructor at LinkedIn Learning, where she teaches courses on Elixir. Her course includes practical challenges and exercises that emphasize functional programming concepts such as immutability, recursion, the actor model, and pattern matching. She has been involved in this role for three years, providing valuable insights and knowledge to learners.
Literary Representation and Writing
Vanessa is represented by Alexandra Penfold of Upstart Crow Literary for her work as a children's book writer. This representation highlights her commitment to children's literature and her ability to blend technical expertise with creative writing.