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Greta Parks

Boulder, CO

Software Developer

Systems Architect

Greta in a nutshell

I am a software engineer, cellist, triathlete, and climber.

I have spent most of my life as a cellist, earning various degrees in the field and contributing to my local community through teaching and performing.

Currently, I am most interested in the world of computer programming and systems architecture. I enjoy working with C#, Python, and Javascript, as well as AWS services and Linux. I would also like to learn more about OpenStack, blockchain, and information security.

Lifestyle

Since moving to beautiful Boulder Colorado, I have become quite active in the outdoor community.

I completed the Ironman Boulder 140.6, 2019 and the Ironman Boulder 70.3 in 2017. I have also biked over the Alps in Switzerland.

I love to climb, trail run, hike, snowboard, swim, and sip some coffee in a hammock.

Skills

  • General Skills
  • AWS
  • Git/Github
  • PostgreSQL
  • JSON
  • VMware
  • WireShark
  • Regex
  • Apache
  • NGINX
  • Docker
  • Jenkins
  • Certifications
  • AWS Solutions Architect: Associate
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • Languages
  • C#
  • Javascript
  • Python
  • Frameworks/Web
  • HTML/CSS
  • Bootstrap
  • Materialize
  • Linux
  • Bash
  • Debian/Ubuntu
  • Kali
  • CentOS

Projects

For a complete project listing, check out my github page

Garmin inreach C# library

Github page

I am a contributor to a C# library which allows developers to use Garmin's API for their inreach device.

Currently under development - I am working to add features related to location, location history, and tracking.

ICMP-sharp

Github page

Clone of a standard ICMP echo tool written in C#. Replicates combination of command prompt and linux. This project demonstrates a working understanding of networking fundamentals, object oriented programming, and command prompt/bash.

Coursework: C#

Github page

I recently took several online courses related to C#. These exercises demonstrate a basic functional ability to use classes, constructors, inheritance, polymorphism, interfaces, and delegates.

AWS Skills

All of my personal websites are hosted on an linux EC2 instance using NGINX. Before switching to NGINX I used Apache. I have experimented with various AWS services in the process of studying for the AWS solutions architect exam. My work with systems architecture started as a side interest and has evolved into skills I am continually working to improve and expand upon.

DayTracker

Github page

Websocket-driven application with a Python backend to track behavioral changes and trends, using a PostgreSQL database deployed on an AWS EC2 instance.

I created this project with my education in mind. Primary skills developed included Websockets, databases/postgreSQL, JSON, Javascript applications in web design, Bash and Apache 2.4 to host the program on an AWS server

Developer Website

You're looking at it! Written by hand starting from a bootstrap boilerplate.

Cellist Website

Live at gretaparks.com
Github page

Professional website used to promote myself as a cellist. Built by hand using bootstrap.

MRIC - materialize

Github page

Written for a local cooperativec which provides internet to an area in the mountains around Boulder, this was built to replace a completely outdated website. Built on the materialize framework.

Background

school Degrees

Bachelor's in Cello Performance: Eastman School of Music

Master's in Cello Performance: University of Colorado, Boulder

Certificate in College Teaching: University of Colorado, Boulder

Performance Certificate: Eastman School of Music

workEmployment History - Highlights

For my complete employment history, please contact me directly and I will send you my resume.

Software and Administration
  • Testing Engineer, Aktivax - Present
  • Web Development Intern, MRIC - 2018
  • Volunteer web administrator, Seeds Library Cafe - 2019
Other
  • Cellist, Boulder Philharmonic 2016-present
  • Cello instructor, self employed 2006-present
  • Barista and Marketing Coordinator, Seeds Library Cafe 2018-2019