About Me

Hi, I'm Dan Nicholson, a Software Engineering Manager and Salesforce Certified Application Architect with over 20 years of experience in software development and more than a decade leading engineering teams. My expertise spans Salesforce architecture, software engineering, agile leadership, and cybersecurity.

Currently, I lead a cross-functional engineering team at Tesco Mobile, driving innovation, scalability, and security across the Salesforce ecosystem. I have previously worked with companies like Sage, Greggs, Capita, and Valtech, delivering high-impact solutions, mentoring developers, and optimizing software development processes.

Beyond my professional work, I'm passionate about robotics, AI, and open-source development. I created an award-winning open-source robotics framework, which has grown into a thriving community and has even contributed to cutting-edge machine learning and IoT innovations in collaboration with leading tech platforms.

This blog is my space to share insights on Salesforce, software engineering best practices, agile leadership, DevOps, and emerging technologies. Whether you're an aspiring developer, architect, or tech enthusiast, I hope to provide valuable content that helps you grow in the field.

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