Colton Medlin
About Colton Medlin
Colton Medlin is a Software Engineer II at VidMob, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in video editing and studied software engineering at Hack Reactor, gaining expertise in various testing tools and databases.
Work at VidMob
Colton Medlin has been employed at VidMob as a Software Engineer II since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing applications that improve user experiences. Prior to his current position, he worked at VidMob as a Software Engineer for six months in 2022. His responsibilities include utilizing various testing and deployment tools to ensure the quality and efficiency of software projects.
Education and Expertise
Colton Medlin studied at Hack Reactor, where he completed a Software Engineering Immersive program from 2020 to 2021. This program provided him with a strong foundation in computer science and software engineering principles. He has expertise in both relational and non-relational databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Couchbase, and DynamoDB. His technical skills also encompass a range of testing and deployment tools such as Mocha, Chai, Jest, Enzyme, Puppeteer, and AWS services.
Background in Video Editing
Before transitioning to software engineering, Colton Medlin had a background in video editing. This experience may contribute to his understanding of user experience and application development, particularly in projects that involve multimedia elements.
Agile Methodology and Development Practices
Colton employs Agile Methodology and Scrum in his software projects, which allows for iterative development and flexibility in meeting project requirements. He also practices Test-Driven Development (TDD), ensuring that testing is integrated into the development process. His preference for working with React in an agile team environment highlights his commitment to creating applications that enhance user experiences.
Previous Experience at Hack Reactor
Colton Medlin worked at Hack Reactor as a student from 2020 to 2021 in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. During this nine-month period, he gained hands-on experience in software engineering, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent career in the field.