Jerome is a software engineer and instructor with over ten years of experience developing, teaching, and mentoring in the tech industry. He is currently a Software Engineer at Microsoft, working on cutting-edge solutions and technologies that empower millions of users worldwide. As a veteran and a champion for diversity and inclusion, Jerome is also the Founder and Executive Director of Vets Who Code, a nonprofit organization that provides free programming education and career support to veterans and military spouses. Through his leadership and vision, Jerome has helped hundreds of individuals launch successful careers in the tech sector, fostering a mentorship and collaboration community. Jerome's passion for teaching and sharing his knowledge extends to his roles as a LinkedIn Learning Instructor and a FrontEnd Masters Instructor, where he creates and delivers engaging and practical courses on Python, user-centered design, and other topics. He is also the CTO of MyRuck AI. This startup optimizes Veteran and Military-Connected workforce benefits, providing savings and enhancing recruitment and retention while making a meaningful impact on Veterans, Reservists, Military Spouses, and Dependents as part of an intelligent business strategy. Jerome's expertise and contributions have earned him recognition as a Google Developer Expert, a GitHub Star, and a Twilio Champion, among other honors and awards. He constantly learns and explores new technologies and trends and strives to inspire and empower others to do the same. Jerome's mission is to make the tech industry more accessible, diverse, and innovative, and he is always looking for new ways to achieve this goal.