Jacob Gacek
About Jacob Gacek
Jacob Gacek is a software developer based in the Greater Chicago Area, currently employed at ThoughtWorks since 2019. He specializes in application development using React and Redux and has a strong background in various programming languages and database management systems.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Jacob Gacek has been employed at ThoughtWorks as a Software Developer since 2019. He is based in the Greater Chicago Area and has accumulated five years of experience in this role. At ThoughtWorks, he specializes in developing applications, utilizing technologies such as React and Redux.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role, Jacob worked at St. Linus Catholic Church in Oak Lawn, Illinois, as a Maintenance worker for nine months in 2018. He also held two positions at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, first as a Student Dining Worker from 2014 to 2015 for nine months, and later as a Student Dining Supervisor from 2015 to 2018 for three years.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Gacek earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Chemistry from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies from 2014 to 2018. He has developed proficiency in several programming languages, including JavaScript, Java, C/C++, and Python. Additionally, he is skilled in database management systems such as MySQL and PostgreSQL.
Interest in Data and Machine Learning
Jacob has a strong interest in data and has pursued coursework related to machine learning and big data. This interest complements his technical skills and enhances his capabilities as a software developer, particularly in the context of modern application development.