Houston Smith graduated with Web Development Cohort 55.

Nashville, Tennessee born and raised; creative soul trapped in a logical brain. After four years as a Family Minister, I decided to try my hand at something new. A brief attempt at electrical work followed by a year in plumbing eventually led me to software development. A natural curiosity, passion for creative problem-solving, and a drive to constantly learn made software development the perfect fit! I’m team oriented, adaptable, and ready to join the software development industry!

Derick Cravens - Web Development Cohort 55

Find out what it takes to start a career in software development, data analytics, data science, or UI/UX design from those who made the leap. Hear from musicians, veterans, single-moms, teachers, bartenders, postdocs, warehouse workers, and more - all graduates of Nashville Software School (NSS) - as they discuss their transition to tech and their capstone projects presented at Demo Day. Founded in 2012, NSS is a flourishing community of over one thousand alumni, active students, and a team of dedicated instructors all working together to grow and learn their craft. As a non-profit, NSS is committed to growing diversity in tech by creating opportunities for under-represented groups in these fields. Learn more at nashvillesoftwareschool.com.