Reflection of My Time at Westech

October, 2023 by Corbin Whitton

This blog post is a reflection of my time at Westech Equipment with a focus on lessons learned, what went right, and how I can improve.

Introduction

Transitioning from Whistic to Westech Fuel Equipment was pivotal for my career growth, especially in DevOps. At Westech, I immersed myself in DevOps practices, aiming to propel my career towards automation.

Day One Goals

Upon joining, I set clear objectives:

• Automate Product Loading: Replace manual product loading with automation.
• Environment Segregation: Separate Dev, QA, and Production environments.
• Git Adoption: Shift towards Git for better version control.
• CI/CD Pipeline:Implement automated deployment processes for efficiency and safety.

Overcoming Challenges

I tackled the task of product loading with a strategic approach, leveraging Python, Selenium, and Pandas to automate data gathering and processing. This significantly reduced time and effort.

I also revamped our development workflow by setting up separate environments and introducing Git and CI/CD pipelines. This ensured smoother development cycles and minimized risks.

Lessons Learned

My experience highlighted key lessons:

• Prioritize Automation: Avoid manual tasks where possible.
• Focus on Stability: Ensure changes don't disrupt customer experience.
• Enforce Version Control: Maintain traceability and revertibility of changes.

Reflecting on Successes: What Worked Well

Notable achievements include:

• CI/CD Pipeline: Streamlined software development for faster delivery.
• Environment Segregation: Improved testing and deployment efficiency.
• Web Scraping Automation: Enhanced data gathering and analysis.

In summary, my time at Westech Equipment was defined by significant advancements in process optimization and automation. These experiences reaffirm my commitment to driving efficiency and innovation in any organization I'm part of.

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