Antony Alen

Experienced Python software engineer with over 7 years of experience developing and deploying robust and efficient applications and tools using Python, C, Linux, and various build systems. Skilled in data scraping, engineering and analysis, toolchain development, backend dev, cross-compilation, and automation to simplify workflows for developers and clients. Passionate about open-source projects and improving user experience through innovative packaging and deployment solutions.

I'm a seasoned Python software engineer with over 7 years of experience under my belt. During this time, I've specialized in crafting and deploying robust and efficient applications and tools. My coding skills are solid, particularly in Python, and I've worked extensively with popular frameworks like Django, Flask, Scrapy, PyTorch, and FastAPI, not to mention libraries like NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn, and Matplotlib.

Beyond Python, I've dabbled in various programming languages like Java, JavaScript, Bash, and SQL, and I'm also no stranger to C and C++ as these are my core languages when doing IoT projects. I've also worn the hat of a system administrator, managing servers, automating tasks, ensuring security, and troubleshooting issues, especially in the Linux ecosystem. I've tackled different Linux distributions, including Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, RHEL, and Arch.

Cloud computing is another domain where I've made my mark. I've ventured into AWS (mainly), GCP, and Azure, getting my hands dirty with services like EC2, S3, Cloud Functions, and App Engine. I'm your go-to person for infrastructure monitoring using tools like Nagios, Datadog, Grafana, and for wrangling logs using ElasticStack.

When it comes to databases, I've got you covered on multiple fronts - relational databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL, NoSQL databases like MongoDB and DynamoDB, Vaector databases, and even caching systems like Redis.

And let's not forget about the world of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD). I'm well-versed in setting up pipelines, using testing frameworks, making code squeaky clean with quality tools, and automating releases. Jenkins, Travis CI, and CircleCI are my allies in this journey.

What sets me apart is my passion for open-source projects. I'm always on the lookout for ways to make the lives of developers easier through innovative packaging and deployment solutions. My broad skill set and dedication to excellence make me an invaluable asset for delivering top-notch software solutions.

I earned my degree in Applied Physics from The Technical University of Kenya. My major focus was on Material Physics, and I received a Second-Class award for my academic achievements.

Throughout my academic journey, I undertook a comprehensive curriculum that encompassed various areas of physics. This included coursework in computational analysis, statistical mechanics, quantum statistics, mathematical physics, classical mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, and nuclear and particle physics. My education has equipped me with a strong foundation in physics and its applications, particularly in problem solving.