Takinda Chipamaunga – Developer

Takunda joined TVision as a Developer in June 2021 and is a very welcome addition to our Development Team.

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Name someone you admire, and why?
Lewis Hamilton – he has made it to the top level of his sport, surpassed all records, and even battles against dislike from the media with a positive mindset.

What’s a typical day like for you?
I like to wake up, get organised and plan for the day ahead, starting with a strong coffee. I’ll usually have a morning of meetings and spend most of the afternoon problem-solving for work. Once I’m done for the day, I like to wind down and jump on my Xbox (I’m Microsoft through & through 😉)

Do you have any skills or talents that most people don’t know about?
Snowboarding

If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
Snowboarding in the Alps

Flashback to when you were 10 years old. What do you want to be when you grow up?
Pilot

Finish this sentence. On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Having a well-deserved lie in.

How do you want people to remember you?
James Milner – Mr Reliable.

What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job?
Pragmatic problem-solving, and getting things done.

Name three words that you describe you.
Easy-going, warm-hearted, versatile

How do you think your colleagues would describe you?
“He wouldn’t shy away from a problem.”

Name something surprising on your bucket list
I want to have a personal presidential motorcade for one trip.

Describe a personal goal that you want to accomplish in the next year?
Run a marathon or even better, go on a holiday!

What publications do you regularly read?
Tend to read blogs & forums as they can be more interactive and up to date.

What are you happiest doing, when you’re not working?
Eating, relaxing and listening to audiobooks.

What are some causes you care about?
I like to do challenges for charity such as 26 mile walks, half-marathons, and fundraising events.

What do you do with friends in your spare time?
Watch sports including rugby & football.

What would be your personal motto?
The worst thing I can do is not try.

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