Currently serving as an educator in the field of computer science, teaching Data Structures, Algorithms, and Java programming, I bring a professional work background in application development, database programming, and cloud computing to my classes and projects. I am OCA-8 certified Java programmer and certified AWS Developer.

• 👋 Hi, I’m @benlambm
• 📫 Reach me at: [email protected]

As an adjunct Assistant Professor at Virginia Western Community College, I focus on teaching Data Structures and Algorithms (CSC223) and Intermediate/Advanced Java Programming II (ITP220). My professional work experiences span across various domains, from application development to cloud security, which inspires my teaching methodology and projects. I'm excited about cultivating a learning environment that prepares students for the dynamic and evolving landscape of technology.

• Primary Teaching Area: Java Programming, Data Structures & Algorithms, Software Engineering
• Programming Fluencies: Streams/lambdas, generics, recursion, advanced collections (trees/graphs), code complexity analysis, design patterns, modules, records, etc.
• Frameworks: Java EE, Spring Boot, Android, Vue.js
• On the Data Side: neo4j, mongoDB, postgres, MySQL, SQL Server, JDBC, Hibernate/ORMs, big data systems, machine learning algorithms, Kafka, data pipelines
• Familiar Tools: linters, static code analyzers, build tools (Maven/gradle), logging libraries, AI-assisted coding, containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Apache Airflow), CI/CD pipelines
• Other Competencies: Kotlin, Python, C#, JavaScript, PHP, Linux/bash, HTML/CSS
  • Software engineering methodologies (Agile, e.g. with Jira)
  • Cloud-based systems design, mainly AWS and Azure, event streaming queues, and data pipelines
  • Experienced in object-oriented design and functional programming
  • Familiarity with test-driven development (JUnit)
  • Proficient in source code version control (Git, GitHub)
  • Knowledgeable in program profiling, monitoring and debugging in IDEs
  • Skilled in OWASP secure coding and regulatory compliance (NIST)

• Masters of IT: Masters of Information Technology, Virginia Tech
  • Software Development Graduate Certificate, from Virginia Tech's Graduate Certificate Program
• PhD: Sociology, University of Colorado
• BS: Information Technology (Application and Database Development), Liberty University
• Certificate: Database and Program Developer, Virginia Western Community College

• CS5704 Software Engineering 🛠️
• CS5044 Object-Oriented Programming in Java ☕
• CS5744 Software Design and Quality 👨‍💻
• ACIS5504 Database Systems and Concepts 📊
• ACIS5523 Advanced Database Management Systems
• ECE5594 Data Engineering
• CS5244 Web Application Development 🕸️
• ECE5484 Fundamentals of Computer Systems 💻
• ECE5480 Cybersecurity and the IoT 🔒
• CS5254 Mobile Application Development 📱
• ECE5494 AI Innovation & Machine Learning 🤖
• MGT5804 Leadership in Tech-Based Organizations 👔

• Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE8 Programmer
• AWS Developer Associate
• CompTIA Security+
• Microsoft MTA: Java, Database/SQL, Python Programming
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