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Ashley Van De Poel
Software Engineer, HundredX
Poway, CA

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Biography
Hello! I'm a software engineer at a startup in San Diego. I graduated from Cal State San Marcos in 2012 with a B.S. in math. I began my career as a data analyst and soon moved to the engineering team. Since then I've had the chance to learn and grow as a full stack engineer. I've worked mostly with Python and Ruby, but have also done a lot of independent work in Objective C, and published my own iOS app in 2016 called Sproutily. I love engineering and am always looking for new technologies and ways to grow!
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Education
B.S. in Mathematics
Volunteer Opportunities
  • I am willing to be contacted by educators for possible speaking engagements in schools or in after school programs or summer camps.
  • I am willing to serve as a sponsor or coach for an engineering club or team.
  • I am willing to serve as science fair judge or other temporary volunteer at a local school.
Latest Questions
  • Karly

    Added Sunday, September 4, 2016 at 6:25 PM

    I'm worried about juggling motherhood
    Hi, my name is Karly and I am a sophomore in college and I'm thinking about changing my major to civil or mechanical engineering but I'm worried about juggling motherhood (way down the line) with a job in the engineering field. I am currently majoring in physical therapy so it would be easy for me to convert to working part time if I was a physical therapist but I'm unsure how/if I would be able to work part time or work from home when I have a child. Are any of yall juggling motherhood with a ...
    Answers 1
    Ashley Van De Poel, HundredX
    Answered Sunday, September 4, 2016 at 6:25 PM
    Hi Karly!

I just had a baby a year ago, so I understand your concern.  I'm a software engineer, so luckily there's a lot of flexibility when it comes to working remotely.  I also am fortunate in that I'm able to work part time.  

I know that I'm ...
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  • LostGirl, Malaysia

    Added Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 12:20 PM

    Please help me find my passion back
    Hello, I jsut finished my second year degree in electronics engineering. The sad thing is, I am confused wether I am really into this. I used to like doing electronics but now I am losing my passion. This happened after my first year. I failed my exams drastically during 2nd year first semester, and struggled in 2nd semester. I was sent for counselling and it turns out my personality is more to social, which my counselor said I have the tendency to work with people and like to give benefits to ...
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    Ashley Van De Poel, HundredX
    Answered Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 12:20 PM
    Hey there, this sounds like a tough situation. When you say you can't drop out, does that mean you also can not switch your major?  If you can't switch your major, is minoring in something a bit more social an option, that way you can have some backup?  ...
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