
Josh K Garber
josh@jkgarber.com
About
Full-stack developer with experience in Python, JavaScript, and SQL. Currently focusing on building efficient tools for LLM interactions and web development.
Experience
Gap Year
Mar. 2024 - Present
Berlin, Germany
- Upgraded my life management strategy, and traveled in Europe and Australia.
- Completed Harvard's CS50x Introduction to Computer Science and the Art of Programming.
- Built an app which integrates user-generated contextual data with LLM conversations.
- Built command-line prototype programs for processing data using Python, CSV files, LLM APIs, images and audio files.
Training Solutions Lead - ctrl QS GmbH
Jun. 2023 - Feb. 2024
- Designed and led the implementation of a SharePoint-based user guide concept.
- Consulted internally on Salesforce training and enablement framework.
- Developed and presented training and enablement framework proposals.
Solutions Enablement Expert
Jun. 2022 - May 2023 ยท 1 yr
- Designed, developed, and delivered a Salesforce training program for a multinational Orthopedic Technology company.
- Conducted interviews with clients and stakeholders to gather requirements for marketing technology training programs.
- Created and presented proposals for training and enablement framework concepts, and contributed in discussions with clients.
- Designed and delivered a CMS training course for the marketing technology department of a multinational medical and care product company using Articulate Storyline and SAP SuccessFactors.
Projects
InContext
Python-Flask, SQL, and JavaScript
- A tool for customizing LLM conversations by incorporating user-generated contextual data.
- Built for making conversations with LLMs more efficient and relevant.
- Saves on costs associated with running LLM requests.
Command-line Prototypes
Python, CSV, images, audio, and Markdown
- German vocabulary flashcard tutoring program
- To-do list with ranking capabilities
- Image text extraction using Gemini API
- Text-to-speech conversion using OpenAI API
Skills
Technical
- Python
- JavaScript
- SQL
- Git
- Bash
- HTML & CSS
- Linux
Professional
- Training
- Proposals
- Documentation
- Interviewing
Tools
- SharePoint admin
- Salesforce admin
- MS Office Suite
- Martech platforms
Education
Harvard University
Introduction to Computer Science and the Art of Programming
Mar. 2024 - Nov. 2024
- Coursework: C, Python, AI, SQL, HTML, CSS, JS, Flask, Cybersecurity
- Project: InContext (original prototype)
UNSW Sydney
Bachelor of Commerce (International Studies)
Jan. 2013 - Nov. 2016
- Coursework: International Economics, International Business Taxation, Australian Business Law, China Studies
- Study Abroad: The University of Hong Kong School of Economics and Finance