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Wouter Dijks — Software Engineer | Public Speaker | Podcast Host

About me

Hi there, I’m Wouter Dijks, and I’m all about crafting applications that bring joy to people’s lives. I believe that technology has the power to make a real difference, and I’m dedicated to creating experiences that resonate with users on a personal level.

Passionate Creator & Mentor

With a diverse skill set that includes Swift, TypeScript/Javascript, Python, C#, and Elixir, I love diving into different frameworks like SwiftUI & React to bring ideas to life. But it’s not just about the code for me. I’m all about going beyond expectations and optimizing user experiences to create something truly special. I also like guiding new developers and emphasizing the importance of both technical and soft skills’ development.

Empowering Others

One of the most rewarding aspects of my journey is sharing my technical knowledge and guiding fellow developers to unleash their potential. I believe in fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive and grow together. I thrive in team environments where learning is a goal in itself, and am dedicated to delivering high-quality software solutions that enhance user and developer experiences.

Let’s Take Your Project to New Heights!

Whether it’s crafting sleek mobile applications or building robust web solutions, I’m here to help turn your vision into reality. Let’s collaborate, innovate, and create something amazing together!

Credentials

Experience:

TAUW Group (Sept 2023 — Present)
- Software Engineer working on projects involving .NET, Azure, React, and DevOps practices.
Arcady (Aug 2022–Sept 2023)
- Software Engineer specializing in iOS development with Swift and back-end development with C#/.NET.
De Jong & Laan (Jun 2020–Jul 2022)
- Junior Data Engineer involved in developing data warehouses, ETL processes, and automation of large data streams using SQL Server and Python.
AFAS Software (Oct 2019–Jun 2020)
- Customer Support Specialist, assisting clients with AFAS software packages and providing technical support.

Education:

Bachelor of Applied Science in Informatica (Software Engineering with Honours), Windesheim (2021 - 2024)
Minor study abroad in Business Administration and Management, Kyungpook National University (2017 - 2018)
Bachelor of Business Administration in Small Business and Retail Management, Windesheim (2014 - 2018)

Certifications:

Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I)
Developing with Elixir/OTP
Statement of Accomplishment: Data Analyst with Python Track
Statement of Accomplishment: Data Analyst with SQL Server Track
BDD with Cucumber (JavaScript)

Verbal Languages:

English (Full Professional Proficiency)
Dutch (Native or Bilingual Proficiency)
German (Limited Working Proficiency)

Technical Skillset

Languages:

Swift
TypeScript/Javascript
Python
C#
Elixir

Frameworks:

SwiftUI
React
ASP.Net Core

Azure Cloud Skills:

Entra
Data Factory
App Services
Azure Functions