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Barbara Haase is a senior business analyst and senior software developer at Waupaca Foundry. Angie Landsverk Photo

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Barbara Haase

The pathway to success in the field of information technology is wide open as illustrated in a recent article published in the Waupaca Post.

In the January 11 article, “Growing market for computer skills,” FVTC graduate Barbara Haase tried a few different routes in education and career exploration before finding her path to success as a senior business analyst and software developer at Waupaca Foundry.

“There’s so many different paths a person can take,” says Haase. “It’s very challenging. It’s a thinking job. It’s rewarding to provide the end result.”

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