--- type: mentor-profile date: 2026-03-13 updated: 2026-05-05 discord: 474411386005487616 pronouns: He/Him role: mentor track: programming nickname: "Mr. Douglas" emoji: "☕" status: mentorship: active approach: conservative --- # Mr. Douglas — Programming Mentor ## Who They Are - **Role:** Second Coach / Programming Mentor - **Emoji:** ☕ (tea enthusiast — tea > crumpets) - **Team:** 2026 season ## Communication Style - Often negative about trying new things - Catch phrases: "The problem with that is..." / "The problem is..." - Messages carry weight — students tend to listen - **When he raises concerns:** Acknowledge validity, but push back if being overly conservative ## Training Progress | Track | Level | Status | |-------|-------|--------| | Programming | Advanced | Active | | Paperwork | Lead | Active | ## Notes - Paperwork lead for the team - Conservative approach — may need constructive challenging when blocking growth initiatives - "The problem is..." = red flag for growth mindset - Tea enthusiast ☕ ## Related Training Hubs - [[programming-hub]] — can help with code architecture questions --- *Profile managed by MrC.* ## Related - No related pages yet.