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Jia Yu (Ivan) C.

Questioner · DISC type c
Appian Developer at Deft (Appian Partner)
📍 Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Jia Yu (Ivan) C. is an experienced Appian Developer with a background in consulting for firms like Booz Allen Hamilton. He holds multiple Appian and cloud certifications and is currently enhancing his technical skills by pursuing a Masters in Human-Computer Interaction at Georgia Institute of Technology.

His academic projects and personal website reveal a strong interest in artificial intelligence, particularly in gaming. He has developed an AI agent to play Connect 4, demonstrating a passion for applying complex algorithms to create interactive and intelligent systems outside of his professional work.

Unique fact: He is concurrently working as a full-time developer while pursuing an advanced degree in HCI from a top engineering university.

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Experience
6 Years
Current Role
Appian Developer
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Personality Overview

How Jia shows up

Not Easily Convinced
Cautious & Analytical
Price-Sensitive

They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.

Priorities

Topics Jia cares about

Appian Development
His entire career is focused on the Appian platform, backed by extensive consulting experience and multiple advanced certifications.
Human-Computer Interaction
Currently pursuing a Master's degree in HCI from Georgia Tech, showing a deep interest in user-centric design and technology interaction.
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Career

Work history

8-2025
Appian Developer
Deft (Appian Partner)
6-2021 - 4-2025
Senior Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
10-2020 - 5-2021
Technical Consultant
Ignyte Group
7-2018 - 10-2020
Consultant
Macedon Technologies
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
8-2024 - 12-2027
Master of Science - MS
Georgia Institute of Technology
8-2014 - 5-2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Boston College
2010 - 2014
Education details unavailable
Stuyvesant High School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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