James Mbewe
Web Applications Developer
Texas A&M University San Antonio, TX
Ever since I was a child, education was important to me. Unfortunately, circumstances prevented me from finishing high school, so the thought of going to college seemed daunting. Nevertheless, I was determined to learn!
My interest in computers began when I first set foot in a computer lab at Navarro College. It was my first time to ever sit in front of a computer and learn the basics on how to use it. Soon after, I had my first computer programming class. It was a challenging class, because I had no prior knowledge of computer programming and how it all works.
With the help of my host family, advisors, and instructors at Navarro, I was able to get my Associates Degree and move on to get my Computer Science Degree from The University of Texas at Tyler. The educational foundation I received at Navarro helped me succeed in pursuing my degree and career as a software developer.
I currently work as an Enterprise Web Application Developer at Texas A&M University in San Antonio. My primary role is to create frontend and backend software that interacts with enterprise applications such as Banner, develop new modules for the university mobile app, and web applications for the university library.
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