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Scott is a former Lifewire writer who has worked in almost every capacity when it comes to technology and writing, from performing quality control for a major ISP to customizing browser packages which were distributed worldwide for a telecommunications giant.
He has spent the past quarter-century as a multi-platform developer and quality assurance lead for well-known communications and technology organizations, spearheading several initiatives that not only altered overall company workflow in some areas, but also saved and/or earned his employers millions of dollars on multiple occasions. He has managed development teams and been a coder, as well.
After receiving degrees in both Computer Information Systems and Business Technologies, Orgera went on to become a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE, MCP+I) as well as a Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) and A+ certified. He has also taken courses in several programming languages including C++, Visual Basic, RealBasic, HTML5, PHP, JavaScript, and Applescript among others. Scott has also attended several workshops, including development seminars at Microsoft's campus in Washington.
When writing an article for Lifewire I always try to put myself in the reader’s shoes, no matter the topic. Although advancements in technology continue to enrich our lives, understanding how to get the most out of the latest apps, gadgets and other products isn’t always as simple and convenient as we’d like it to be. It’s my job to eliminate any uncertainty and make things as easy as possible for our readers so they can get what they need and get on with their day.
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