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Derrick Carr
Developer and Idea Wrangler
Derrick Carr is a Senior Software Engineer at ActBlue Technical Services.1 He is passionate about doing good work with kind and capable people, which aligns with his role at ActBlue.1
Background and Education
Derrick holds a B.A. in African American Studies from Yale University, which he attended from 2007 to 2011.2 He also completed an immersive web development program at Dev Bootcamp in 2016.2
Professional Experience
Before joining ActBlue, Derrick worked in several other roles:
Current Role at ActBlue
As a Senior Software Engineer at ActBlue, Derrick is part of a team of about 70 product managers, engineers, and designers.1 His specific team is distributed across the United States, with members on the West Coast and in Austin, TX, while Derrick is based in the Bay Area.1
Work Style and Culture
Derrick's typical workday at ActBlue includes:
- Starting around 9 a.m.
- Participating in team standups three times a week
- Engaging in code reviews and ticket work
- Attending meetings with service providers
- Collaborating with teammates on problem-solving
He appreciates the company culture at ActBlue, which emphasizes constructive feedback, compassionate code reviews, and a commitment to building a sustainable institution oriented toward a more just world.1
Derrick's LinkedIn username is derrickjcarr, as mentioned in the query.
