Ashley Gentles
About Ashley Gentles
Ashley Gentles is a Developer with experience in data quality assurance and metadata documentation. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from Rice University and has worked at ThoughtWorks since 2019.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Ashley Gentles has been employed at ThoughtWorks as a Developer since 2019. In this role, she has focused on data quality assurance, utilizing R and Excel (Visual Basic) scripts to ensure data integrity. Her responsibilities include collecting data from various sources, which contributes to the overall effectiveness of projects at ThoughtWorks. Ashley's experience in this position spans over five years, during which she has developed her technical skills and contributed to the company's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Gentles studied at Rice University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Computer Science from 2015 to 2019. Her academic background has provided her with a strong foundation in software development and data management. Additionally, she has specialized in data quality assurance, leveraging tools such as R and Excel (Visual Basic) scripts to enhance data documentation and metadata creation.
Previous Experience at Intuit
Prior to her current role, Ashley Gentles interned at Intuit as a Software Engineering Intern in 2018. This internship lasted for three months and took place in Houston, Texas. During her time at Intuit, she gained practical experience in software engineering, which contributed to her professional development in the tech industry.
Background in Research Programs
Ashley Gentles participated in the Sustaining Excellence in Research (SER) Scholars Program at Rice University from 2015 to 2017. In this program, she served as a Scholar and Communications and Workshop Coordinator for two years. Additionally, she was an Apprentice in the Research and Engineering Apprenticeship Program at Texas Tech University from 2014 to 2015. These experiences provided her with valuable insights into research methodologies and enhanced her communication skills.