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I'm a Principal Developer Advocate at MongoDB, where I help developers unlock the power of AI, vector search, and modern data applications. With a passion for making complex concepts accessible, I design hands-on enablement programs and interactive tools that drive technical growth.
Principal Developer Advocate
MongoDB | Greater New York City Area | Mar 2018 - Present
In my current role at MongoDB, I'm dedicated to empowering developers and internal technical teams by delivering hands-on enablement content focused heavily on Artificial Intelligence (AI), MongoDB Atlas, and MongoDB Vector Search. I actively design labs, interactive workshops, and comprehensive training programs that simplify and demonstrate how developers can practically leverage these advanced technologies in real-world scenarios.
- Artificial Intelligence & MongoDB Integration: Built practical demonstrations and sample applications to showcase how developers can implement AI-driven solutions using MongoDB Atlas, MongoDB Vector Search, and advanced AI techniques, enabling more intelligent applications and improved user experiences.
- Vector Search Enablement: Created comprehensive learning resources and interactive labs that educate developers on MongoDB Vector Search, including semantic search use cases, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) strategies, and integration with leading AI models like OpenAI.
- Educational Content & Community Engagement: Produced technical screencasts, articles, podcasts, and live streams focused explicitly on Data Modeling, AI implementation, MongoDB's innovative data platform capabilities, and emerging developer trends.
- Technical Advisory & Mentorship: Mentored developers, founders, and technical stakeholders, assisting them in adopting and successfully integrating advanced MongoDB features and AI technologies into their software projects.
- MongoDB for Startups Program: Contributed to the launch and growth of the MongoDB for Startups initiative, guiding early-stage companies.
- Created and produced the MongoDB Podcast, featuring interviews with industry leaders and technical deep-dives into MongoDB technologies.
Sr. Solutions Architect
MongoDB | Greater New York City Area | Jan 2016 - Mar 2018
Responsible for guiding and informing customers and users throughout the process of designing and building reliable, scalable systems using MongoDB.
- Design systems, applications, and infrastructure to help drive some of the world's largest software development projects leveraging MongoDB
- Advise customers on architectures, patterns, and strategies for making best use of MongoDB
- Partner with our sales team to help ensure success in accounts ranging from small startups to large enterprises
- Lead proof of concept implementations from concept through execution
- Translate technical concepts and patterns into business benefits for management and executives
- Work with the enablement team to produce and deliver content to educate newly hired MongoDB team members
- Curate, develop and deliver field enablement and education content to train MongoDB employees
Co-Organizer - MongoDB Community User Group (PhillyMUG)
MongoDB | Philadelphia, PA | Jun 2015 - Present
Building and driving increased awareness of MongoDB's Database Platform and tools and related NoSQL technologies in and around the Philadelphia Area.
- Organize and facilitate monthly meetup sessions for the Philadelphia MongoDB User Group
- Identify and coordinate with speakers for technical presentations and workshops
- Build and deliver technical presentations on MongoDB features and best practices
- Foster a vibrant community of MongoDB developers in the Philadelphia region
- Create hands-on workshops and learning opportunities for the local developer community
Solutions Consultant
Medallia, Inc. | Yardley, PA | Jun 2013 - Dec 2015
Worked with businesses to measure and improve customer experience in real time through software solutions.
- Drive strategy and execution of Medallia's referral, resell and service delivery partnerships
- Develop product integration, business models and sales enablement plans
- Create custom solutions and demonstrations for various verticals and industries
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