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Education and colleague feedback

The technology matters, but it is only part of the record. This layer combines formal learning with observations from people who saw the work up close.

Education

Along side my formal studies in programming and law, I invested heavily in modern IT disciplines. I completed an intensive QA program in Silicon Valley, California, focused on manual and automation testing with extensive labs, projects, and real-world practice. I also earned certifications in DevOps Foundations: Continuous Delivery/Continuous Integration (LinkedIn, 2025), and regularly study advanced technical courses on Pluralsight, Udemy, and LinkedIn Learning.

These experiences extend my education beyond traditional degrees, giving me a solid foundation in QA engineering, automation, and DevOps practices. Combined with extensive experience in IT operations, system administration, and cloud infrastructure, this ensures I bring not just theory, but proven, professional-level expertise to every project.

Current / Ongoing
Practical, self-paced training covering containerization & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes), Infrastructure-as-Code and configuration management (Terraform, Ansible), cloud infrastructure and hybrid workflows (AWS/Azure), monitoring, logging, observability tools, advanced Linux/system-admin tasks and automation. Used continuously to stay current, practice advanced DevOps patterns, and reinforce cloud-based infrastructure skills.
2021-2022
QA Automation Engineer, QA Engineer. Highly intensive program with extensive labs, class and home practice, and real-world tasks. Live online sessions with Silicon Valley professionals focused on manual and automation testing, preparing for QA Engineer positions and advancement from Manual to Automation QA roles.
1996-2000
Technician in CNC Programming (Computer Numerical Control)
2000-2006
Law Degree, specialization in Jurisprudence. Graduation thesis: The Sales Contract in Civil Law.
1986-1995
Completed foundational secondary education, continued into technical college with a focus on engineering and programming.

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Colleague feedback

I echo everything Stephen C. Jones has said about Denis, he was a great team member and immensely helped me. Good luck Denis 💪

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Andrew Simmons

Managing Director, Praedicat UK

Denis is an expert in everything related to system administration, linux, and IT. He would be a fantastic asset for any organization. I highly recommend him.

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Slava Rybalka

SEO Director, T3Leads

Working with Denis has been a good experience. If you’re looking for a skilled and dependable IT professional, I highly recommend connecting with Denis!

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Febrianto Setiawan

Software Architect, Praedicat

Denis is an extraordinary IT professional who keeps things running and solves issues with speed and precision. Your company would be lucky to have him on board.

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Michael Ragland

Sr. Product Disigner, Praedicat

I would strongly recommend Denis — he brings solid technical expertise and is a great team player. Any company would benefit from having him on their team.

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Tigran Makaryan

IT Project Manager CSM, Praedicat

I strongly recommend Denis! He is resourceful, clever, and patient. For 6 years he did everything IT-related at Praedicat. An essential team member. It was a pleasure working with you, Denis. I miss sitting next to you everyday!

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Stephen C. Jones

General Counsel, Praedicat