Farnoosh Johnson
About Farnoosh Johnson
Farnoosh Johnson is a Senior Web Application Developer specializing in Drupal at Urban Institute, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in advertising and a degree in Agricultural Engineering, she has contributed to the Drupal community and has held various roles in technology and support across multiple organizations.
Work at Urban Institute
Farnoosh Johnson has been employed at Urban Institute since 2021, currently holding the position of Senior Web Application Developer specializing in Drupal. Prior to this role, she served as a Web Application Developer from 2018 to 2020 and as a Junior Drupal Developer for six months in 2017. Throughout her tenure at Urban Institute, she has contributed to various web development projects, enhancing the organization's digital capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Farnoosh Johnson studied at Epicodus, where she completed a Certificate in Web and Mobile Development in 2016. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Tehran, which she obtained from 2002 to 2006. Her educational background, combined with self-taught skills in various testing tools and frameworks, supports her expertise in web application development.
Background
Farnoosh Johnson transitioned from a career in advertising to technology, motivated by a passion for programming. Her early career included roles such as Technical Support Assistant at Atlas Rahnegar in Tehran and Account Manager at Daarvag International. She also gained experience in the U.S. as a Technology Intern at barre3 and worked at Portland State University in various capacities related to website content and library assistance.
Contributions to Drupal Community
Farnoosh Johnson actively contributes to the Drupal community as a maintainer and contributor to Drupal modules. Her involvement in the community reflects her commitment to open-source development and collaboration within the web development ecosystem.
Personal Interests
In her free time, Farnoosh Johnson enjoys outdoor activities such as tennis, hiking, and biking. These interests reflect her appreciation for an active lifestyle and balance between work and leisure.