My name is Joshua Michael Schoen, a skilled technical writer and problem solver with expertise in a wide range of programming languages and technologies. With a strong computer science and technical communication foundation, I specialize in creating clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation, including API documentation, how-to manuals, and user guides.
Professional Experience & Skills:
Team Leadership: Throughout my academic and professional experiences, I have consistently taken on leadership roles, serving as both project manager and team leader. I excel at managing teams, ensuring effective communication, and meeting deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work.
Client Collaboration: I work effectively with clients to gather requirements, align expectations, and ensure that project goals are met. My approach is focused on clarity and consistency in communication, ensuring all stakeholders are kept informed and satisfied.
Problem Solving: I am dedicated to finding efficient, effective solutions to complex challenges. I thrive in fast-paced environments and can quickly break down problems into actionable steps to deliver results on time.
Technical Writing: I have a passion for technical writing, with my work often cited as a gold standard. My professors have recognized my documentation as some of the best they’ve seen, and it is used as a reference by students at Kennesaw State University.
A Few Interesting Things About Me
At ten, I created and submitted a video game to the first National STEM Challenge and won first place out of thousands of entries. This competition was sponsored by ex-president Barack Obama. It was then that I decided I wanted to become a programmer.
I was homeschooled from age ten to age 16. At 16 I started college.
During my homeschooling years, I had to excel and master everything I did. For example, I had to be the very best at NBA 2K and consistently placed first or second in the country.
My technical writing project at KSU was one of the best and is still used by the professor as the template for all students to follow.
Because I’ve always wanted to visit Israel, I've been teaching myself Hebrew (not an easy language to master or read!). Over the last year, I have memorized 1000 words (both written and spoken), and I can read Hebrew very fluently.
Key Skills & Expertise:
Programming Languages: C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, C++, SQL
Web Development: HTML, CSS, Node.js, React, React Native
Data Structures & Algorithms: Algorithm Analysis, Linked Lists, Arrays, Graphs (unweighted/weighted), Binary Trees, AVL Trees, HashMap, Stacks, and Queues
Kennesaw State University