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# I am... Automotive
- URL: https://lagunageek.com/i-am-automotive/
- Published: 2015-02-15T08:00:39.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-27T21:03:38.000Z
- Author: John Carroll
- Tags: News

So, after taking some much needed time to spend time with family and friends, I kicked off my job search at the start of the New Year. And, after considering all my options I have chosen to accept a Developer role at DealerSocket located in beautiful San Clemente, CA. The Bonus is that I won't need to leave South Orange County, where I have lived and worked for the last 25+ years. I will also be working in a more hands-on role. Something that was a critical factor in my decision to accept the offer. Over the last decade or so, my day-to-day role has been much more managerial than hands-on. And, I've really missed the challenge of creating the code to bring an idea from a raw concept to a fully working product. Plus, I will be able to leverage my experience with C#, Flex and MS-SQL - which have always been my core competencies.

With the recent capital infusion from Vista Equity Partners, DealerSocket is going to be growing massively. Already a strong player in the competitive automotive industry, they are kicking off an aggressive expansion effort. This is a company to watch, and I am excited to be a part of this innovative company.