<p>Get in touch through Twitter at @_mcataford, on Github at @mcataford or via email at c.marcandre [at] gmail.com
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<pclass='landing-text-block'>Hi! My name is Marc, and I'm a fourth-year computer engineering student from McGill University. My main interests lie in full-stack web development, embdedded systems, and harnessing new technologies to educate, spread information and create a more sustainable world.
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<pclass='landing-text-block'>When I'm not working on a project, tinkering at home or learning new things, I like to cycle around Montreal and experiment with preserves and food in general.
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<p>Through my practice as a tutor and web developer, I've learned a lot in a short amount of time, as deadlines were often immovable. If a project requires the use of something I'm not familiar with, the first step is always to research and learn so I can apply.</p>
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<p>Through personal practice and teaching it to others, I've become proficient in many programming languages such as <spanclass='important-bit'>C/C++</span>, <spanclass='important-bit'>Java</span>, <spanclass='important-bit'>Javascript</span>, <spanclass='important-bit'>PHP</span>, <spanclass='important-bit'>x86-64 Intel assembly</span> and <spanclass='important-bit'>Python</span>. I've also worked with frameworks such as <spanclass='important-bit'>JQuery</span>, <spanclass='important-bit'>AngularJS</span> and <spanclass='important-bit'>Flask</span>.</p>
<p>I've also been working with <spanclass='important-bit'>Wordpress</span> and Wordpress-like systems for a while.</p>
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<p>Over the course of a semester, I joined a robotics club that taught be the basics of <spanclass='important-bit'>circuit board prototyping</span> and <spanclass='important-bit'>soldering</span>, I then went to experiment with my trusty <spanclass='important-bit'>Arduino</span>, bulk electronics and a <spanclass='important-bit'>PIC programmer</span>.
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<p>Recent coursework also led me to work with <spanclass='important-bit'>FPGAs</span> and <spanclass='important-bit'>VHDL</span>.</p>
<p>I've had many different jobs before settling in engineering, these experiences have taught me to be quick on my feet, always receptive and willing to learn.</p>
<p>My prime directive is to assess what the expectations are, and find a way to exceed them.</p>
<p>As a web developer for <spanclass='important-bit'>The McGill Daily</span>, <spanclass='important-bit'>SSMU University Affairs</span> and other organizations, I've had the chance to design and implement web content accessed by thousands. I believe in simplicity, as design should highlight the content, not take the focus away from it.
<p>I have been a computer science/engineering tutor at <spanclass='important-bit'>Chegg Tutors Inc.</span> since 2013, and a French tutor at <spanclass='important-bit'>Cégep du Vieux Montréal</span> since 2010. I have also tutoring privately around McGill for about a year. My time as a teacher has been a tremendous help in refining my communication and planning skills.</p>
<p>Got ideas you want to discuss? Interested in hiring a consultant or web developer? Want a cycling partner? I'd love to hear from you! Use the form below or use one of these social media links to send me something.</p>
