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Michael DeMarco

Michael DeMarco

Toolmaker, tinkerer, and teacher

San Francisco, California
Vancouver, British Columbia
Joined January 2025

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Michael DeMarco is a highly accomplished Software Engineer with a strong academic background in Computer Science and Data Science from the University of British Columbia. He has garnered significant experience through internships at leading tech companies like Tesla, Amazon, and Samsung, demonstrating expertise in web applications, infrastructure, and performance optimization. michaeldemar+1
Beyond corporate experience, Michael has contributed to innovative projects, notably working on the Canadian Space Agency's lunar rover and developing impactful personal projects like 'CheetCode' (a Hack The North finalist) and 'Visual Studio Code Puzzles' (a Microsoft award winner). These showcase his practical coding skills and ability to deliver tangible results. michaeldemar+1
A dedicated educator, Michael served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at UBC for nine different computer science courses, spanning introductory programming to advanced topics. This passion for teaching is reflected in his tagline as a 'teacher' and his active involvement in mentorship, such as co-founding the 'Summer of Shipping' community. michaeldemar+1

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Enjoys exploring (aboard or in San Francisco), reading, watching movies, building side projects, playing sports, and making music. michaeldemar