I'm Harrison Bowlby, a tech enthusiast and musician based in Arizona. I spend my time learning and growing in data engineering, web development, and music production.

My Journey into Technology

I've always been intrigued by computers—how they work, how to build them, and how to make them do amazing things. But my career path wasn't always set in tech. Originally, I wanted to go into the medical field and become a neurosurgeon. The human brain has always fascinated me, and while I still find it incredible, my passion ultimately shifted toward technology. Growing up, I was naturally drawn to computer-related classes. It wasn't until my junior year of high school that I made the decision to pursue technology as a career. This shift happened after being one of the first students to take a video game development course, followed by advanced computer science classes in my senior year.

A Deep Dive into Computer Science

My journey through computer science has been anything but linear. I started with programming, then moved into web development, and later explored IT and cybersecurity. At one point, I was set on earning CompTIA and Cisco certifications to become a penetration tester. I dove deep into networking and security, only to realize that strong programming skills were essential for ethical hacking. This led me back to software development, specifically in web applications. Eventually, I pursued a bachelor's degree in Applied Technology from Brigham Young University-Idaho. While it wasn't a traditional computer science degree, my curriculum was heavily focused on web development and web applications.

Professional Experience

I currently work as a jack-of-all-trades developer at a cabinetry company, where I manage ERP systems, SQL reporting, and internal web applications. Initially, my role focused on writing efficient SQL queries and reports, but within a few months, I took on full-stack development to improve the company's internal web application that tracks production orders. This required me to quickly learn PHP, despite having little experience with it outside of college. Today, my work has shifted more toward data engineering and EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) implementations. This sparked my new career focus: transitioning into data engineering and data science. I'm actively advancing my Python skills to work with data pipelines, ETL processes, and AI-driven data applications.

Exploring Music

Production Beyond technology, I have a deep passion for metal music. I've always wanted to create my own music, particularly in the extreme metal and thrash metal genres. I'm currently teaching myself 6-string and 8-string guitar, 5-string bass, and metal vocals. Eventually, when I have the space and budget, I plan to learn drums as well. My ultimate goal is to write and produce my own solo album, taking inspiration from artists like Dave Grohl and Bloodsoaked, who started out as a one-man death metal project.

Always Open to New

Opportunities I'm constantly evolving, whether it's in data engineering, software development, or music production. If you're interested in working together or just want to talk tech or metal, feel free to reach out!