Anoop John

Anoop John has an extensive work experience in the technology industry. Anoop is the Founder & CTO of Zyxware Technologies, a company that offers digital solutions based on Drupal. Anoop played a crucial role in defining software architecture and requirements for web applications using Drupal, as well as translating business requirements into Drupal design and implementation decisions. Anoop also trained and mentored Drupal developers and conducted Drupal and other Free Software trainings and workshops.

In addition, Anoop has held various positions such as President & CTO, Digital Media Consultant, Chief Digital Officer, Head of Digital Marketing, and Drupal Developer at Zyxware Technologies. Anoop was also the Founder & CEO of a technology company where they evaluated web platforms and chose Drupal as the platform to build software services operations on. Anoop hired and trained Drupal developers, FOSS engineers, and IT support staff.

Anoop is also the Founder of TheDropTimes, a news website focused on promoting Drupal and highlighting companies and contributors that enrich the platform. Anoop is a Co-Founder & CTO of FlockForge, which provides services in building and growing communities.

Furthermore, Anoop is the Founder of HookSupport, an on-demand Drupal support and development services organization. Anoop is also the Founder & Director of Zyxware Technologies Pty Ltd, which operates in Australia & New Zealand, offering digital solutions based on Drupal.

Aside from their roles in various companies, Anoop is an Independent Professional, offering services such as technology workshops and trainings, digital media consultancy, and mentoring and guidance to startups and entrepreneurs. Anoop is also an Advisory Committee Member at the International Center for Free and Open Source Software (ICFOSS).

Anoop's work experience also includes being a Co-Founder & CTO of Heidelberg Medical Consultancy & Health Tourism Pvt. Ltd., where they drove strategic decision making, managed the team, and made technical decisions in the organization.

Furthermore, Anoop has been actively involved in the Drupal community as a Drupal Contributor & Evangelist since 2007. Anoop has also served as the Communications Chair of the Penn State Alumni Association - San Francisco Chapter.

Overall, Anoop John has a diverse background in technology, with a strong focus on Drupal, and has made significant contributions in software architecture, training, and community building.

Anoop John has a diverse education history that spans several institutions and fields of study. Anoop began their educational journey at BMMEMS, where they obtained their AISSE degree in Science from 1989 to 1995. Following this, Anoop attended St. Antony's Public School in Kanjirappally, Kerala, from 1995 to 1997, earning their AISSCE degree in Science.

In pursuit of higher education, Anoop enrolled at the College of Engineering Trivandrum from 1997 to 2001, earning a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Electronics & Telecommunication. Subsequently, they attended Penn State University from 2001 to 2003, where they obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in Electrical Engineering.

Expanding their knowledge and skills in artificial intelligence, Anoop attended a Stanford Continuing Studies Course at Stanford University for the year 2018. This course focused on Artificial Intelligence and allowed him to deepen their understanding in this field.

Anoop also holds additional certifications, such as "Brad Feld on Raising Capital," obtained from LinkedIn in February 2019.