Ben Hengst is a seasoned Perl developer with a diverse background in web design, e-commerce, and medical device building. With a Bachelor's degree in Multimedia and Web Design from The Art Institute Portland, and incomplete BFA from The Ohio State University, Ben has honed his technical skills while working with exciting and interesting teams. He has contributed to CPAN, served as a Sr. Perl Developer at DreamHost and Capital One, and has been an instructor in Perl, Python, and PHP at O'Reilly School of Technology. Ben's expertise also extends to e-commerce as he works as a former Perl developer at Powells.com and formerly served as a Lead Developer and Technical Producer at Summit Projects, where he ensured his teams were delivering top-notch results. With a passion for working alongside talented individuals on unique and creative projects, Ben is continuously seeking new opportunities to grow and showcase his skills.