About

Thanks for stopping by. Read below to learn more about myself and my background.

Kurt Dowswell at work with a colleague

Background

Hi, I'm Kurt Dowswell, a passionate software developer and technology enthusiast with a focus on leveraging AI tools to enhance the coding experience. With a deep understanding of programming languages and a knack for problem-solving, I aim to make software development more efficient and enjoyable for developers of all skill levels.

I am the author of Programming with GitHub Copilot: Write Better Code--Faster!, a comprehensive guide on harnessing the power of AI the software development lifecycle. My YouTube channel, "Coding with Kurt," is dedicated to providing insightful tutorials and tips on using AI-powered development tools like GitHub Copilot and many others.

With over a decade of experience in the tech industry, I've worked on various projects ranging from web development to mobile applications. My goal is to share my knowledge and help developers streamline their workflows through the use of cutting-edge AI technologies.

When I'm not coding, you can find me near live music, training for marathons, playing golf, or spending time with my wife Paige and my dog Autumn.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you just want to connect!

Education

Bachelor in Computer Science from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA.

Skills

Professional

  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Management
  • Design Thinking
  • Client Relations
  • Process Improvement

Technical

  • Visual Studio / VS Code
  • Figma / Lucid
  • Azure DevOps / GitHub
  • Azure / AWS
  • Team City / Octopus Deploy
  • React / React Native
  • C# / JS / TypeScript / SQL
  • OpenAI / Azure TTS

Areas of Expertise

  • Software Architecture & Design
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Project Management
  • Security & Compliance
  • Consulting & Client Relations