A fresh computer engineer graduate of Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, TJ joins Hop Studios as a web intern with proficiency in multiple programming languages, including Java, JavaScript, PHP, C++, C# and Twitch. TJ hopes to transmute the latest teachings of software engineering into real-world solutions to vexing client problems such as, “Why won’t this load properly”?
During his academic journey, TJ developed hands-on experience with modern development frameworks and methodologies and learned to thrive in collaborative environments (i.e. group projects), which will serve him well with Hop Studios’ style of open, cross-supporting development.
Outside of his professional pursuits, TJ maintains a well-rounded lifestyle that keeps him energized and creative. He’s an avid golfer who enjoys the strategic thinking and precision the sport demands. Music plays an equally important role in his life—he’s been playing piano for over 15 years and finds that the discipline and artistry of music complement his analytical mindset. TJ is also passionate about cars, particularly his manual transmission vehicle, which he enjoys maintaining and then driving on scenic routes.
So to sum up: to relax, he likes keeping old things running well, noodling creatively on a keyboard, and repeatedly striving for perfection while dealing calmly with frustration. Yep, he’s going to work out just fine.
