Heather Downing is a highly experienced and passionate software developer and international speaker located in Kansas City, Missouri. She has a strong background in various areas of software development, including ASP.NET, MVC, Blazor, and mobile app development for Android and iPhone. Additionally, she has expertise in OAuth, NLP, web service development, and training and development. Throughout her career, Heather has held various roles at notable companies such as Okta, Inc., VML, and Oakwood Systems Group. She is also a Microsoft MVP and an active member of the DotNetFoundation.

Heather has a specific interest in identity authentication, mobile development, voice interfaces, and APIs. Her broad range of skills and expertise in software development creates an extensive knowledge base that makes her a valuable contributor to the industry. With meticulous attention to detail and a passion for innovation, Heather brings an exceptional level of expertise and dedication to every role she takes on.