Ward Minnis
About Ward Minnis
Ward Minnis is an Application Services Manager with extensive experience in both front-end and back-end development technologies, including Ruby on Rails and PostgreSQL. He has a diverse background in design and technology, having worked in various roles across multiple companies and educational institutions.
Work at Index Exchange
Ward Minnis currently holds the position of Application Services Manager at Index Exchange, a role he has occupied since 2021. He previously worked as a Software Support Analyst at the same company from 2015 to 2022. His tenure at Index Exchange spans a total of seven years, during which he has contributed to various projects and initiatives in the field of application services.
Education and Expertise
Ward Minnis has a diverse educational background. He studied at Carleton University, where he earned a Master's degree in History from 2007 to 2009. He also attended York University, achieving a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and Caribbean Studies from 2004 to 2007. Additionally, he studied Fine Arts at The College of the Bahamas, obtaining an Associate's degree from 2001 to 2004. He completed a Web Development program at Bitmaker Labs in 2014. His expertise includes front-end and back-end development technologies such as Ruby on Rails and PostgreSQL, as well as modern web development frameworks like AngularJS, Bootstrap 3, and Foundation 5.
Background
Ward Minnis has a varied professional background that includes roles in both technology and the arts. He worked as a Graphic Artist at The Counsellors Ltd. in Nassau, Bahamas, and later founded White Lime Productions Ltd., where he served as Artistic Director. His experience also includes positions at Apple as a Retail Specialist and self-employment as a Graphic/Web Designer and Illustrator. His career spans over two decades, with significant experience in both print and web design.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ward Minnis has developed a strong skill set in web development and design. He possesses over 10 years of experience in both print and web design, utilizing tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. His work encompasses a range of technologies and methodologies, including Test-Driven Development (TDD) and User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI) design. His contributions in various roles reflect a commitment to excellence in both technical and creative fields.