## Mitchell Gerber
Hello, my name is Mitchell and I am pursuing a career in software engineering. I have a passion for creating things and learning new technologies.
I always find enjoyment in building things, whether it's computers, drones, or software. I started programming upon entering college and I have been hooked ever since. Programming has become a hobby of mine and it has opened up many opportunities.
My primary strengths include server side development in Java as well as Node.js. I have experience working with relational databases such as MySQL. I've recently become familiar working with MongoDB as well. I helped develop a web application for Digi International that is used to debug embedded devices for testing purposes. I worked with Java/JSP, which ran on a Jetty web server and used an H2 SQL database.
My interest in developing things follows me home after work hours. I often lose track of time working on personal projects. I'm currently working on this personal website to learn Node.js and familiarize myself with newer web development technologies. In my free time I enjoy building and flying radio controlled unmanned aerial systems. I've also recently gained an interest in programming microcontrollers.
[](/?post=12-18-2015.html) [Sensor Project with ESP8266](/?post=12-18-2015.html)
UAS Footage from one of my drone projects
## Technical Skills
I started with Java and have been working with it since the end of 2012\. I consider myself experienced in Java as I have used it for numerous projects throughout college as well as at my job as a Software Tester/Developer. I found my interest in web development in late 2014\. Since then I've become familiar with different back end languages including Node.js, PHP, and Java. I've also worked with MongoDB as well as relational databases such as MySQL.
Beginning of Summer 2015 I started venturing into the category of microcontrollers. I've become familiar with programming the Arduino as well as a microcontroller called the ESP8266\. Throughout this process I've gained knowledge of working with C.
As of late 2014 I've been using Linux as my primary operating system for software development, which has allowed me to become more familiar with Unix systems. I've also worked with Ubuntu server, which is used to host this website.
## Related Experience
* 2014-Present Software Developer/Tester - Digi International, WSU, Winona, MN
> * Conduct manual system tests on software.
> * Develop testing tools for debugging embedded devices
> * Develop firmware for an embedded system.
> * Participate in weekly conference calls and produce weekly status reports
> * Collaborate with others on software development projects.
* 2011-2014 Technical Assistant - South Central Education Consortium, Grand Meadow, MN
> * Support 10-20 faculty and staff with software and hardware issues.
> * Set up and image computer labs
## Education
* 2012-2016 Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude
Winona State University, Winona, MN
Major: Computer Science
Major GPA: 3.68
Dean's List: 6 semesters
## Contacts
* [mgerb42@gmail.com](mailto:mgerb42@gmail.com)
* [GitHub](https://github.com/mgerb)
* [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchell-gerber-125391b3)