Marianne Dillard

I am someone with a lifelong passion for learning and discovery. From a young age, I had my nose in a book more often than not, traveling to new worlds through stories. Over the years, this has grown into actual adventures as I love traveling to experience new people, cultures, and sceneries. When I’m home, I enjoy hiking on local trails and practicing my handy-man skills with DIY projects. My hunger for knowledge has also grown as I continue to read everything from sci-fi and fantasy novels to articles about the latest trends in business and technology.

On a professional level, I hold a Professional Engineer (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Six Sigma Black Belt certification, and a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). My expertise spans full-stack software development, Agile methodologies, database optimization, and API design. I am passionate about creating scalable, user-centric applications through leveraging data-driven insights to drive performance improvements. My strengths include optimizing complex systems, leading cross-functional teams, and applying technical knowledge to solve challenging problems. I am committed to delivering innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and achieve business objectives.

In addition to my professional work, I am deeply committed to honing my technical skills through hands-on projects. I manage multiple virtual private servers (VPS) using Docker to host a range of services, including WebMail, Nextcloud, Vaultwarden, and Firefox Sync Server. I have also designed and implemented a comprehensive backup system using a Raspberry Pi to ensure data integrity and availability. One of my proudest achievements is the self-hosting of both a React app and a Django API for a personal web application I developed, which you can explore by clicking on “Project” in the menu. These personal projects reflect my dedication to continuous learning and my ability to apply modern technologies to build and maintain scalable, efficient systems.