Harrison Smith Harrison Smith

Hi, I'm Harrison Smith

A Passionate Software Developer & IT Professional

I am a software developer at the crossroads of technology, education, and community service. With over ten years of experience in software engineering, IT support, and teaching, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and community-driven passion. Whether I’m refining code or mentoring emerging talent, I remain committed to making technology accessible and impactful.

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Experience

Web Development Lab Aide III

Salt Lake Community College – August 2024 to Present

  • Proofread student websites and offer constructive suggestions.
  • Assist in technical support and program access, including Canvas.

IT Lab Aide II

Salt Lake Community College – August 2023 to Present

  • Automated Excel processes using PowerShell to boost efficiency.
  • Provided reliable technical support to the college community.

AI & Robotics Instructor

Salt Lake Community College: Verizon Innovative Learning – May 2023 to Present

  • Taught students to use AI software critically, emphasizing data biases.
  • Guided students through programming Spheros using Scratch or JavaScript.
  • Enhanced course content to deepen understanding of software development concepts.

Software Engineer

Freelance – March 2023 to Present

  • Delivered tailored software solutions to businesses, focusing on operational efficiency.
  • Ensured alignment between business requirements and technological solutions.
  • Directed a team of seven WSU Student Software Engineers in a collaborative project for the Nomad Alliance.

Assistant Tennis Coach

Murray City School District – January 2018 to Present

  • Designed and executed team bonding initiatives to foster unity.
  • Led targeted tennis drills to improve the team’s technical skills.

Canvas Support Engineer

Instructure – August 2020 to June 2021

  • Diagnosed and resolved issues for diverse users through detailed troubleshooting.
  • Utilized HTML DOM, Postman, and JSON to investigate and escalate technical problems.

Microsoft Office Advocate

EducationAtWork – August 2019 to March 2020

  • Delivered expert technical solutions for Microsoft Office products.
  • Maintained a positive customer service experience by effectively addressing issues.

IT Service Analyst

Control4 – June 2014 to February 2019

  • Resolved incidents and fulfilled IT service requests with minimal disruption.
  • Identified and resolved hardware, software, and network issues, escalating when needed.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure essential hardware and accessories.
  • Served as a Junior System Administrator supporting higher-level IT staff.