Eric Colvin
About Eric Colvin
Eric Colvin is a DevOps Engineer with experience at Smoothstack and Swift since 2021. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from California State University, Chico, and has developed programming skills through various summer camps and professional roles.
Work at Swift
Eric Colvin has been employed at Swift as a DevOps Engineer since 2021. He operates in a hybrid work environment in Virginia, United States. In his role, he is actively involved in building and managing Openshift clusters as part of the container squad. His responsibilities include ensuring the efficient deployment and management of applications within the containerized environment.
Current Role at Smoothstack
In addition to his position at Swift, Eric Colvin has also been working at Smoothstack as a DevOps Engineer since 2021. He is based in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. His work at Smoothstack complements his role at Swift, allowing him to apply his skills in a dynamic environment focused on DevOps practices.
Education and Expertise
Eric Colvin studied at California State University, Chico, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from 2015 to 2021. His education has provided him with a solid foundation in programming and software development. He specializes in programming with C++ and has experience with various programming languages, including C, Java, Python, Flutter/Dart, and Javascript.
Background in Programming
Eric Colvin participated in multiple programming-based summer camps during his childhood, which contributed to the development of his early programming skills. This background has equipped him with the ability to quickly learn new programming languages, particularly when comprehensive documentation is available. His continuous learning approach has been a significant asset in his career.
Technical Skills and Tools
Eric possesses knowledge of several key technologies relevant to DevOps, including Docker, AWS, Terraform, and Ansible. While he has limited hands-on experience with these tools, his understanding of their functionalities supports his work in managing and deploying applications in cloud environments.