Leonard Carson
About Leonard Carson
Leonard Carson is a Programmer Analyst at the San Diego Supercomputer Center, where he has worked since 2005. He specializes in database administration, data management, and analytics, and has a background in both programming and academic contributions.
Work at San Diego Supercomputer Center
Leonard Carson has been employed at the San Diego Supercomputer Center as a Programmer Analyst since 2005. In this role, he administers a PostgreSQL database that supports a user base of 7,000 individuals engaged in scientific research. He develops ad hoc Perl programs and SQL queries to facilitate data management and analysis tasks. Carson also provides data analytics on supercomputer usage patterns, specifically for the National Science Foundation. His work contributes to the efficient utilization of supercomputing resources in research.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining the San Diego Supercomputer Center, Leonard Carson worked at IBM Deutschland GmbH as a Pre-sales Marketing Support from 1989 to 1994. He spent five years in this position in Germany. Following that, he served as a Programmer Analyst at the University of California, San Diego from 1995 to 1998 for three years. His experience in these roles has contributed to his technical skills and knowledge in programming and data management.
Education and Expertise
Leonard Carson studied at Occidental College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1972 to 1976. He later attended San Diego State University, focusing on Accounting and Finance from 2003 to 2005. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in both technical and analytical skills, which he applies in his current role as a Programmer Analyst.
Contributions to Academic and Scientific Communities
Leonard Carson actively contributes to academic and scientific communities by writing peer-reviewed scholarly papers. He also mentors and trains colleagues in technical skills and best practices, fostering a collaborative environment. His involvement in these activities highlights his commitment to advancing knowledge and supporting the development of others in his field.