James Swent

I'm a tech entrepreneur and investor based in Cambridge, MA. I'm the founder and CEO of Swent Consulting, a product development and advisory firm building innovative software solutions. I also help out running systems at MIT's Sandbox Innovation Fund Program.

How I interview potential SWEs in 2024

The tech job market is insane right now, and understandably so. With the echoes of 2023’s record layoffs still resounding and the forecast for 2024 looking equally tumultuous, the stakes are high. For those just stepping into the industry, it can feel like an uphill battle.

Why you should learn Linux in 2024

Have you ever wondered what powers the digital world we live in? Spoiler alert: it’s Linux. And as we move into another year of massive tech layoffs, I would argue, that the reasons to learn Linux are more compelling than ever. Let’s dive into why learning Linux should be on your goals list for this year.

How I finally switched to Neovim as my main editor

If you’re entrenched in the world of coding, you’re likely familiar with the ongoing quest for the perfect text editor. It’s a journey I’ve been on for a while, and today, I’m excited to share that I’ve officially switched to Neovim as my primary editor.

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Work

  1. Company
    Swent Consulting, LLC.
    Role
    Founder & CEO
    Date
  2. Company
    MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund
    Role
    Mgr, Systems & Development
    Date
  3. Company
    Learnsight
    Role
    VP Engineering
    Date
  4. Company
    University of St. Andrews
    Role
    Research Assistant
    Date
  5. Company
    Transocean, Ltd.
    Role
    Legal Research Intern
    Date
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