👤 Michael Smith

About

Master craftsman transitioning from traditional woodworking to technology. Bringing decades of hands-on problem-solving, precision, and attention to detail to software development. Committed to learning new skills and applying practical engineering principles to digital creation.

Experience

Trainee Software Engineer

CodeYourFuture
Sep 2023 - Present · 4 mos

Learning software engineering fundamentals while applying craftsman’s approach to problem-solving.

  • Technical Learning, Problem Solving, Precision

Master Carpenter

Thompson Custom Woodworks
Mar 2005 - Aug 2023 · 18 yrs

Specialized in bespoke furniture design and architectural woodworking.

  • Created custom furniture for high-end residential clients
  • Managed complex woodworking projects from concept to completion
  • Developed innovative solutions for challenging design requirements
  • Maintained precision workshop tools and equipment
  • Project Management, Precision Crafting, Design Innovation

Construction Carpentry

Various Construction Companies
Jun 1995 - Feb 2005 · 10 yrs

Worked on diverse construction and renovation projects.

  • Executed complex building and restoration work
  • Developed advanced spatial reasoning skills
  • Managed team of skilled tradespeople
  • Implemented safety and quality control procedures
  • Construction Management, Skilled Trades, Team Leadership

Skills Transition

Transferable Skills

  • Precision and attention to detail
  • Complex problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Spatial reasoning
  • Technical drawing
  • Tool and equipment management

Technical Learning

  • Programming fundamentals
  • Problem-solving approaches
  • Computational thinking
  • Digital design principles

Education

CodeYourFuture

Software Engineering Program
2023 - 2024

City & Guilds

Advanced Carpentry Certification
1990 - 1995

Interests

  • Woodworking restoration
  • Architectural design
  • Traditional craftsmanship
  • Technology innovation

Key Strengths

  • Exceptional problem-solving skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous learning mindset