Bob Ziroll
About Bob Ziroll
Bob Ziroll serves as the Head of Education at Scrimba, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in communications and business management from Brigham Young University and has transitioned from a career in advertising to focus on teaching web development technologies.
Work at Scrimba
Bob Ziroll has served as the Head of Education at Scrimba since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing and delivering educational content related to web development. He teaches full-stack JavaScript web development, including technologies such as React, Node.js, and MongoDB. His responsibilities include creating structured learning paths and ensuring that students gain practical skills in modern web development practices.
Education and Expertise
Bob Ziroll studied at Brigham Young University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a focus on Advertising. He also completed a minor in Business Management during his time at the university, spanning from 2003 to 2011. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in both marketing and technology, enabling him to effectively teach and communicate complex concepts in web development.
Background
Before joining Scrimba, Bob Ziroll worked at V School as the Director of Education for seven years, where he taught various web development courses. He also held a position as an Enterprise Digital Marketer at 97th Floor for a brief period. His early career included an internship as a strategic planner at BBDO New York, which is part of a major advertising agency network. This diverse background in both marketing and education informs his current teaching methodologies.
Teaching Experience
Bob Ziroll has extensive teaching experience in web development, particularly in React. He instructs multiple courses at Scrimba, including an advanced React course with 172 lessons and an intermediate React course with 177 lessons. He also teaches a course on AI Agents, consisting of 28 lessons, and has a background in teaching React Router 6 with 137 lessons. His focus on Agile (Scrum) software development processes and technical interview preparation enhances the learning experience for his students.
Career Transition
Bob Ziroll transitioned from a career in advertising and marketing to web and software development driven by a passion for creating products. This shift allowed him to leverage his analytical problem-solving skills in a new context. His interest in new services and technologies continues to shape his approach to teaching and curriculum development in the field of web development.