Joshua Giowaya
About Joshua Giowaya
Joshua Giowaya is a Sr. Software Engineer at Yardstik in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with extensive experience in web development and software engineering.
Current Role: Sr. Software Engineer at Yardstik
Joshua Giowaya is currently a Sr. Software Engineer at Yardstik, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in software engineering to contribute to various projects. His technical expertise includes modern JavaScript frameworks and cross-browser compatibility, ensuring seamless functionality across multiple platforms.
Previous Experience at Self Esteem Brands and Code42
Before joining Yardstik, Joshua Giowaya worked at Self Esteem Brands, LLC as a Lead Software Engineer for a year from 2021 to 2022. Prior to this, he spent six years at Code42, holding the role of Sr. Software Engineer in Minneapolis, Minnesota. These positions allowed him to further enhance his skills in software development and team leadership.
Experience in Web Development and Consulting
Joshua has a diverse background in web development and consulting. He served as Lead Sr. Web Developer - Consultant at Linnihan Foy from 2014 to 2020, and as Front-End Developer for Rocket 55 from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he has freelanced as a Web Developer & Graphic Designer at The Alt Bike and Board, and as an Independent Web Designer & Developer at JGDzine.com, illustrating his adaptability and expertise in various aspects of web design and development.
Educational Background in Graphic Design and Interactive Media
Joshua Giowaya pursued his education at Minneapolis College, where he studied Graphic Design and Interactive Media from 2012 to 2014. He also attended Minneapolis Community and Technical College, earning an Associate's degree in Interactive Media Design and Development over the same period. This educational foundation has provided him with a solid understanding of both design and technical aspects of media.
Technical Skills and Proficiency
Joshua is proficient in a wide range of technical skills. He has hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks including Backbone, Angular, and React.js. His knowledge spans across ensuring cross-browser compatibility and designing responsive web pages using frameworks like Foundation, Bootstrap, Flexbox, and media queries. Additionally, he is skilled in SEO best practices, Google Analytics, and Google Tag Assist, and is familiar with various development methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall.