Hello, I'm

Jerome Hardaway

Software Engineer

I'm an Air Force veteran, software engineer, community leader, writer, and instructor focused on AI and Data Engineering. My passion for building solutions for veterans has guided my journey and shaped what I choose to learn, build, and teach.

About Me

I'm a dad, a husband, an Air Force veteran, and a software engineer who builds with purpose at the intersection of AI and Big Data. My career has been shaped by a mission to solve real problems for the people and communities I care about, starting with veterans like me.

I design and develop systems that bring AI to life through thoughtful data architecture and scalable machine learning infrastructure. I've built and deployed LLMs, designed robust ETL pipelines, and shipped end-to-end products using tools like Python, Azure OpenAI, Google Gemini, and data engineering frameworks.

Data Engineering Expertise

I bring real-world, enterprise-scale experience to data engineering, having built and maintained robust pipelines for six Fortune 500 organizations. My work spans ingesting and transforming massive datasets, including over a century of historical records, to support critical business intelligence and operational decision-making.

Extract
Transform
Load

I specialize in building automated, resilient ETL systems using tools like Azure Data Factory, Terraform, GitHub Actions, and Power BI, with a strong emphasis on clean architecture, infrastructure as code, and long-term maintainability.

What sets me apart is my ability to bridge the gap between raw data and actionable insights. I focus on delivering solutions that are not just technically sound but also aligned with real business needs. I design with clarity, scale, and handoff readiness in mind to ensure that what I build today continues to create value well into the future.

I'm also a writer, instructor, and community leader. I've taught developers through LinkedIn Learning and Frontend Masters, led Vets Who Code for over a decade, and mentored countless veterans transitioning into tech. I've spoken on major stages, collaborated with industry leaders, and helped secure millions in salaries for veterans breaking into this field.

Everything you see here reflects the work, learning, and purpose that define my journey. This is where I show what I've built and where I'm going next.

Technical Skills

My expertise spans across data engineering, AI systems, and software development, with a focus on building scalable and reliable solutions.

Data Engineering

  • ETL Pipeline Design Expert
  • Azure Data Factory Expert
  • SQL & NoSQL Databases Expert
  • Data Warehousing Advanced
  • Spark & Hadoop Advanced

I design and implement robust data pipelines that process massive datasets with high reliability and performance, focusing on clean architecture and maintainability.

AI & Machine Learning

  • LLM Integration Expert
  • Azure OpenAI Service Expert
  • Google Gemini Advanced
  • ML Model Deployment Advanced
  • MLOps Intermediate

I build AI-powered applications that leverage large language models and machine learning to solve complex business problems with a focus on practical implementation and real-world impact.

Programming

  • Python Expert
  • JavaScript/TypeScript Expert
  • SQL Expert
  • C#/.NET Intermediate
  • Terraform & IaC Advanced

I write clean, maintainable code with a focus on performance, scalability, and readability. My experience spans both frontend and backend development, with a particular expertise in data-intensive applications.