John Beynon

John Beynon is an experienced Ruby on Rails developer with over 10 years of experience in the internet industry.

Starting with a background in desktop support, he transitioned to web development roles at companies like Monochrome and Berkeley Group, where he managed servers and built websites for property businesses.

At Monochrome, he introduced Ruby on Rails for more efficient, flexible, and test-driven development, which led to the successful launch of a web app during prime-time TV in the UK on Heroku.

With a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Material Science, John has a strong engineering background from the University of Wales.

Transitioning from a support role to a developer role at Heroku, John has worked on optimizing tools for customer-agent interactions, emphasizing data-driven decisions for positive outcomes.

His continuous learning mindset is evident through various certifications, including Microsoft, Adobe, Salesforce/Heroku certified architect, and a Certified Google Classroom educator.

As a volunteer through Salesforce's 1:1:1 program, John is involved in his Sailing club, previously managing a disabled sailing school catering to over 20 sailors per session.

Throughout his career, John has honed project management, cross-team communication, and remote development skills, showcasing a passion for technology and a dedication to continuous self-improvement.