Kellie Harman
About Kellie Harman
Kellie Harman is a Tools and Support Engineer at SimplePractice, with a background in psychology and mental health counseling. She has a passion for developing accessible software and aims to support diversity in the technology field.
Work at SimplePractice
Kellie Harman serves as a Tools and Support Engineer at SimplePractice, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she utilizes her technical skills to enhance the tools and support systems used by the company. Her focus is on developing software solutions that improve user experience and accessibility, aligning with her passion for creating technology that enriches lives.
Education and Expertise
Kellie Harman has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Mount St. Mary's University, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. She later pursued a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling at Radford University from 2009 to 2012. In addition to her degrees, she completed a Full Stack Web Development Certificate at the University of Oregon from 2021 to 2022, focusing on modern web technologies and development practices.
Background
Kellie Harman has a varied professional history that includes significant experience in the retail sector. She worked at Whole Foods Market in Charleston, South Carolina, as a Store Support Associate Team Leader from 2015 to 2018. She then transitioned to a similar role in Portland, Oregon, as Store Support and E-commerce Team Leader from 2018 to 2022. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in team leadership and customer service.
Technical Skills and Interests
Kellie Harman has developed a strong technical skill set, particularly in software development. She has experience with deployment pipelines, including Heroku, and static site deployment. Her coursework has covered areas such as security, algorithms, and APIs. Kellie is passionate about building accessible software and enjoys using technologies like React to create engaging user experiences.
Long-term Goals and Aspirations
Kellie Harman aims to work with diverse teams to develop software products that add value to users' lives. She has a long-term goal of leading projects that support women and underrepresented individuals in the technology field. Her commitment to inclusivity and empowerment in tech reflects her dedication to fostering a more equitable industry.