Fundamentals of Software Architecture for Big Data

Tyson Gern is a Lecturer in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he specializes in software architecture and big data. He co-founded Initial Capacity, a boutique software consultancy dedicated to enhancing software development processes and improving the experiences of those who create software. With a PhD in Mathematics, Gern brings a unique analytical perspective to his work, which has included significant roles at Pivotal Labs, where he helped build engineering teams and develop production software for a diverse range of clients.At CU Boulder, Tyson teaches several courses related to software architecture, including "Applications of Software Architecture for Big Data" and "Fundamentals of Software Architecture for Big Data." His industry experience spans over eight years at Pivotal Labs, where he played a pivotal role in launching the Dublin office and developing the award-winning Platform Acceleration Lab. Tyson is proficient in multiple programming languages, including Kotlin, Python, TypeScript, and Go, and is always eager to learn new technologies. Through his teaching and consultancy work, he aims to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications in software engineering, equipping students with the skills necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving tech landscape

Mike Barinek is a Lecturer in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he focuses on software architecture and development for big data applications. As the Founder and Lead Developer at Initial Capacity, a software consultancy, he aims to improve software creation processes and enhance the experiences of developers. Before his current role, Mike managed VMware Tanzu Application Services (formerly Pivotal Labs) for the Americas, leading a team of 180 consultants and achieving significant growth since opening Pivotal Labs Boulder in 2010.With a strong background in Java/Kotlin, Ruby, and location-based services, Mike has developed large-scale enterprise applications and consumer web and mobile apps for notable clients including Best Buy, National Health Service, Volkswagen, SendGrid, and Twitter. He began his career as a system architect at Gnip, contributing to the initial software that led to its acquisition by Twitter. His industry experience informs his teaching of courses such as "Applications of Software Architecture for Big Data," "Fundamentals of Software Architecture for Big Data," and "Software Architecture Patterns for Big Data." Through these courses, Mike Barinek equips students with essential skills to navigate the complexities of software engineering in the context of big data.