Don Burks
Don Burks is the Head Instructor for [Lighthouse Labs](https://lighthouselabs.ca), a software development Bootcamp based in Vancouver, BC. Originally a classically-trained musician, his 20 year career in software development has included companies such as MetroLyrics, Microsoft, and a dozen startups.
Primarily a NodeJS and React dev, he has also recently published the book Principles of Project Planning and is leading a nationwide initiative in Canada to train teachers on computational thinking and coding.
Talks I've Given
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Build A Blockchain In JavaScript
Featuring Don Burks
Right now, if you say Blockchain in a sentence ten times, someone funds your company. It's a hot technology, which a lot of people either swear by or swear at. Don would like to demonstrate in 45 minutes the basics of implementing a blockchain using just JavaScript/Node live.
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How Getting Hit In The Head Made Me A Better Developer
Featuring Don Burks
On September 11, 2012, Don was hit by a car and thrown head-first into the side of a building. In addition to the post-concussion symptoms, there was also the issue of being able to eventually get back to work and finding out whether Don could still do it.
Don will share some insights about his...
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