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          Alex Hudson

          Alex Hudson

          Alex has worked as a software developer for 5 years, at several different companies including defence consultancies, telecoms mapping products and now Bionic. Alex focuses on making complex concepts easy to understand, and on helping members of his team grow in their ability to create great software.  

          Outside of work you would find Alex enjoying time outside, taking the time to walk or cycle through the lanes of Cambridge with his wife, Lucy. 

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