Arteria AI

Full Stack Engineer

Tech Talk for Non-Developers

Simplifying Web 2.0 tech for Product Managers, Entrepreneurs, and Technical Recruiters so they can communicate more effectively with developers.

Founder

NextLeap

Leading the "Tech for PMs" cohort series. Course material includes:

Week 1 - Basic Terminology and Backend vs Frontend
Week 2 - Databases & APIs
Week 3 - System Design
Week 4 - Version Control & Deployment

Full cohort breakdown: https://nextleap.app/tech-for-PMs/fp/fswxx0pv47dipoar6d

Instructor

Getty Images

I spearheaded full-stack development for the Getty Images contributor portal, serving an extensive user base of over 1 million. Our project began by entirely revamping the frontend. Crucially, we maintained robust test coverage through a rigorous Test-Driven Development (TDD) approach.

On the backend, we crafted a versatile infrastructure. My substantial contributions encompassed the creation of both frontend and backend features. These included building functionalities for seamless contributor onboarding, facilitating image and video uploads, and orchestrating asset submissions. The latter involved navigating intricate metadata processes within our internal workflows.

In summary, my role in this project was pivotal in elevating the Getty Images contributor portal to new heights, utilizing leading-edge technologies and intricate backend systems to enhance user experiences and streamline asset management processes.

Senior Software Engineer

Klick

Full-stack development initiatives for mission-critical Intranet systems central to the daily functions of the world's largest independent life sciences commercialization partner. These projects encompassed the development of advanced Kanban and project management tools, as well as the seamless integration of the Intranet system into Slack, fostering more efficient communication and workflow coordination.

In addition to these key projects, I played a pivotal role in optimizing applicant tracking processes and enhancing the efficiency of new hire onboarding. These initiatives streamlined critical HR functions, ensuring a smoother recruitment and integration experience

Percy3D

PercyVites is a product of Percy3D, a video personalization company founded in 2010 and based in Toronto, Canada.

Technical stack includes:

• AngularJS for the library that clients would use to seamlessly integrate our order flow
• Python using the Flask framework for building of the RESTful API
• Django for the client facing website
• Celery for scheduling and queuing of video rendering tasks
• Other technologies include: Gulp, Webpack, Git

Lead Developer

InstaRyde

InstaRyde is a peer to peer on-demand ride sharing app that puts a safe, reliable, and affordable ryde at your finger tips.

Co-Founder and CTO

Hak Studio

Hak Studio is fueled by the vision that technology will change the world for the better. Our goal is to work with our partners, use our expertise to break down technical barriers, and turn visions into a reality. Hak Studio works together with their partners to create web and mobile applications with stunning, easy to use user interfaces, and robust, scalable code. We focus on building long-term value as opposed to short-term projects.

Programming expertise include: Ruby, Python, PHP, Java, ASP.NET.
Design expertise include: UI/UX, Graphic Design, Icon Design.

Founder, Head of Growth

Loose Button

• Responsible for developing and maintaining Loose Button platform built on Python using the Django framework
• Collaborated with marketing, product and design team to ensure that projects are inline with company branding and growth strategy
• Mentored developers and provide meaningful and constructive feedback

Lead project to completely restructure company and brand, responsibilities included:

• Development of migration page for active members
• Migration scripts which transferred members over to new memberships
• Collaboration with design and marketing team on design and development  of new website
• New dashboards that allow members to easily access and update their information
• New features that allow our team to customize membership experience to each individual member eg. beauty profiles and feedback surveys
• Developed new internal tools to dramatically reduce the time for everyday tasks
• Created online product cards, allowing members to share experiences on the web
• Developed a scalable solution which allowed for company to launch in the United States

Tech Lead

Nspire Innovation Network

Responsible for all software and web development projects.

Director of Web Development

🚀 I demystify Web2 so PMs can build kick-ass products

Over the past decade, I have built products that support 1M+ users. 

Now it's my time to give back...

After watching my non-technical co-workers struggle to make sense of how apps are built, I decided to build Tech Talk for Non-Developers.

An online course and program that teaches Product Managers how apps are built, so they can:

✅ Write up technical requirements documents✍🏼
✅ Understand what their developers are saying/doing so they can create mutual respect and better relationships
✅ Communicate effectively with stakeholders 💬
✅ Visualize the end result 👁️
✅ Draw inspiration by understanding constraints 💡
✅ Bridge the gap between business and technology that is often left wide open 💼 🖥️

My views are very simple...

Technology should be understood by everyone!

It's extremely powerful...

But very simple to understand with a structured learning experience.

Currently training 100+ Product Managers and non-technical professionals at multiple billion-dollar tech companies.

The result?

✅ Clearer technical requirement documents
✅ No more developers waiting on PMs
✅ More confidence when communicating with developers and stakeholders

GO TO: https://nondevelopers.co

When I'm not teaching, I'm writing code 💻.

Specialize in React, Angular, Node.js, and Flutter.

Zeeshan Syed

MapMind

I advise companies on making 10x bets by helping them build a better roadmap. In a 2-day onsite we’ll evaluate your goals, place your bets, and connect your roadmap to your business.

Humi

Advisor

It's the people that make a business, after all.

VP of Product

The Nook

I taught 1,000+ product leaders how to deliver top-tier products with world-class teams.

Drop

Created a more personalized experience while making life a lot more rewarding for our members.

Director of Product

Herb

Grew the largest cannabis community in the world. Experimented a lot, even with the product.

Roadmunk

Super meta: product manager helping product managers.

Head of Product

Product Manager

Rogers Communications

Humbled by the halls of an iconic Canadian brand where I upgraded their architecture. Ultimately learned corporate wasn't for me.

Lead Front End Developer

Vanhawks (acq.)

The first smart bike to track performance with interactive feedback that radically changes the way you ride. Built bike route navigation and inventory management systems. A short but fantastic ride (...see what I did there?)

Front End Developer

Vantage Analytics

Joined Vantage to build an AI analytics platform for eCommerce, before AI was a thing.

Wild Wing Hospitality Inc

Opened locations across Canada and found great operators to run them. On-the-job MBA that taught me my favorite wing sauce is GarPar.

Expansion & Operations

Over the last decade, I’ve led product innovation delivering growth of $50 million+ and reaching over 100 million people in my past roles at companies like Humi, Drop, and Roadmunk.

I help entrepreneurs get out of the weeds and think 10x by creating an integrated roadmap tailored to their business goals.

I'm the founder of MapMind.

My focus:

→ I'm the founder & CEO of MapMind, a community of 100+ entrepreneurs
→ I provide 2-Day Planning Onsites for companies looking to get out of the weeds and build a better roadmap
→ I coach entrepreneurs who need help with product, strategy, planning, and growth
→ I write a newsletter about 10x growth reaching 2k subscribers
→ I advise early-stage companies in SaaS, B2C, Hardware, Deep Tech, and AI verticals

My results:

→ 100 million happy users 
→ $50M in ARR 
→ $50M in partnerships 
→ Successful 10x bets

If you want to learn more about how to grow 10x, you can join my newsletter:

→ GO HERE: https://mapmind.co

If you want to explore the 2-Day Planning Onsite, check out my website:

→ GO HERE: https://mapmind.co

My mission is to empower 10,000 companies to grow 10x by helping elevate their annual business strategy.

Nick Gray

I’ll be at MaRS Climate Impact next week, if you’re going to be there too, would love to connect and chat.

COO at LiORA | Founder of MapMind | Helping startups scale their business

🌎 LiORA is at the Mars Climate Impact Event 🌎

Our team members Steven Siciliano, CEO & Co-founder and Nick Gray, COO will be joining other leaders and innovators focused on climate impact solutions December 2nd and 3rd in Toronto.

We welcome the opportunity to connect and discuss potential collaborations. If you are attending the event, please reach out to arrange a meeting with our team.

#MarsClimateImpact #ClimateAction #Sustainability #LiORA #Collaboration

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