# Alex Stewart

> Software Engineer, Developer Advocate, Professional High-fiver

Location: New York, New York, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/alexstewart

Welcome to my LinkedIn!

As a former professional actor turned developer, my specialty is in creating engaging and innovative content that elevates the developer experience with an emphasis on community. Through tech talks, video tutorials, blogs and community building, I am passionate about making tech fun and accessible.

With hands- on experience working with React, Node and SQL databases and more, I have tremendous respect for the development process and I love finding new ways to connect with developers and showcase their incredible work in the way it deserves. I strive to hype up the tech community and bring fresh- exciting energy to everything from challenge tutorials to product launches.

Let's connect and find new ways to innovate, get the word out there and have some fun while we're at it!   🥳 💻

Technical writing sample: https://www.codesmith.io/blog/top-10-techniques-for-javascript-performance-optimization

Video content sample: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHHYJHtMUnv/

Check out what I've been working on:
github.com/alex-joseph-stewart

## Work Experience
### Developer Community Advocate @ Codesmith
Jan 2025 – Present | New York, United States
Community Engagement & Mentorship:
- Lead and manage the CSX community, ensuring no question goes unanswered and learners
feel consistently supported.
- Provide 1:1 mentorship and advice for learners in JSB and CS Prep, as well as prospects
considering Software Engineering Immersive program.
- Facilitate the weekly beginner study groups workshops, focusing on key technical concepts and
FAQs from the community.
- Conduct code reviews, and office hours to help learners build confidence and skill mastery.

Technical Content Creation & Evangelism
- Create weekly technical blog posts and short-form videos that aligns with common
learning challenges and trending topics.
- Review and support the repurposing of technical content for platforms like LinkedIn, YouTube,
X, and the Codesmith newsletter.
- Host or moderate panels, AMAs, or event sessions featuring alumni or industry guests.
- Feature community success stories, career transitions, and milestone wins to inspire future learners.
- Collaborate with the Growth team to amplify the reach of high-performing content and generate
new leads.

Community Growth & Data-Driven Improvement
- Design and launch initiatives like coding challenges, learning sprints, or project showcases to
increase engagement.
- Set up and experiment with A/B tests for content and workshops, learning what best supports
conversion and retention.
- Analyze data on learner activity, content engagement, and referrals to identify growth
opportunities and optimize support.
- Partner with Admissions to personalize outreach to promising candidates and fast-track
high-intent learners.
- Collaborate with the Outcomes team to involve recent grads in community events, mentorship,
and content creation.

### Software Engineer @ Codesmith
Jan 2025 – Present

### Technical Content Creator @ Codesmith
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | New York, United States
- Create engaging, high quality video content on the Codesmith Blog, curriculum, alumni, and overall ecosystem to position Codesmith as reliable path to success in software development.
- Host in-person Codesmith events to connect alumni with prospective applicants in order to strengthen community engagement and support program growth.
- Author engaging, well-researched, and educational technical blog articles on programming best practices, tools and frameworks as initiative to increase brand visibility and establish Codesmith as trusted source for valuable content.
- Blog articles include subjects surrounding JavaScript performance optimization, debouncing, ES6 tutorial, setting up a CDN, JWT's, CSS flexbox, fetch API, and more.
- Implement SEO principles, including keyword optimization, headers, internal linking to provide maximum reach and engagement
- Work closely with Growth Team through weekly check-ins to align on topics and receive feedback to ensure content aligns with editorial plan and audience needs.
- Host weekly online JavaScript study group to help students prepare for Codesmith's rigorous technical interview process.
- Engaging with the Codesmith and broader technical community by participating in AMAs on Reddit, posting daily in Codesmith's CSX general channel, and current students' channels to foster trust and sense of community among current and prospective students.
- Teach and mentor through approach lectures, algorithm solutions, workshops, etc.
- Work on Codesmith Engineering Projects (reviewing and submitting pull requests to Codesmith curriculum and internal codebase).
- Perform Help Desk duties (mentoring, problem solving, and assisting students in honing technical communication).

### Software Engineer @ TimeClimb [Open Source]
Jan 2024 – Jan 2024
Sponsored by OS Labs, TimeClimb is an open-source tool designed to help developers visualize and analyze AWS Step Function latencies over a custom period of time, making it easier to monitor performance and optimize workflows.

### Brand Ambassador @ Mustard Lane
Jan 2016 – Jan 2024 | New York, United States
Represented various brands including Audible, Adidas, Shopify, Casper, Nexar by participating in initiatives and installations to enthusiastically engage with customers and provide product information to promote merchandise and services

### Actor/Dancer @ Actors'​ Equity Association
Jan 2018 – Jan 2024 | New York, United States
- Professional Actor & Proud Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA)
- Toured the US, performing with top regional theatre companies: Goodspeed Musicals ("Oklahoma!", "Oliver"), Houston's Theatre Under the Stars ( "A Chorus Line"), California Musical Theatre ("Cinderella", "Addams Family", "Ragtime", "Music Man")
- Performed across the US in the Broadway tour "Elf! The Musical!"
- Performed on Broadway in the 2023 Easter Bonnet

- Member of the Sacramento Ballet from 2010-2014
- Created, wrote, and directed the cabaret series At The Ballet: Originated as a high school senior project in 2010 and became an official part of the Sacramento Ballet’s season in 2013, raising $80,000 for the company over the years
- Danced the title role in The Nutcracker
- Choreographed pieces for the popular Beer and Ballet series


## Education
### Allan Hancock College
Jan 2014 – Jan 2016


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/alex-joseph-stewart

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