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I’m Luke Bracegirdle, founder of Code Anchor Limited, delivering training, consultancy and bespoke software tools from three decades of hands-on experience in software and web development. I design practical courses and collaborative projects that help people get started in digital, from hosting a website to understanding AI and how to commission digital projects. My work blends technology with real-world problem solving and a friendly, down-to-earth approach. Since starting my own company I’ve collaborated with Alzheimer’s Scotland on MeetAdam.org and with NHS Trusts on the ADNAT app for diabetes management, helping teams run efficient cloud-based deployments and engaging training. I’ve published academic work on virtual and augmented reality in healthcare education and created web-based and AR/VR training tools that empower clinicians and patients alike.…I’m Luke Bracegirdle, founder of Code Anchor Limited, delivering training, consultancy and bespoke software tools from three decades of hands-on experience in software and web development. I design practical courses and collaborative projects that help people get started in digital, from hosting a website to understanding AI and how to commission digital projects. My work blends technology with real-world problem solving and a friendly, down-to-earth approach. Since starting my own company I’ve collaborated with Alzheimer’s Scotland on MeetAdam.org and with NHS Trusts on the ADNAT app for diabetes management, helping teams run efficient cloud-based deployments and engaging training. I’ve published academic work on virtual and augmented reality in healthcare education and created web-based and AR/VR training tools that empower clinicians and patients alike.

Luke Bracegirdle

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I’m Luke Bracegirdle, founder of Code Anchor Limited, delivering training, consultancy and bespoke software tools from three decades of hands-on experience in software and web development. I design practical courses and collaborative projects that help people get started in digital, from hosting a website to understanding AI and how to commission digital projects. My work blends technology with real-world problem solving and a friendly, down-to-earth approach. Since starting my own company I’ve collaborated with Alzheimer’s Scotland on MeetAdam.org and with NHS Trusts on the ADNAT app for diabetes management, helping teams run efficient cloud-based deployments and engaging training. I’ve published academic work on virtual and augmented reality in healthcare education and created web-based and AR/VR training tools that empower clinicians and patients alike.…I’m Luke Bracegirdle, founder of Code Anchor Limited, delivering training, consultancy and bespoke software tools from three decades of hands-on experience in software and web development. I design practical courses and collaborative projects that help people get started in digital, from hosting a website to understanding AI and how to commission digital projects. My work blends technology with real-world problem solving and a friendly, down-to-earth approach. Since starting my own company I’ve collaborated with Alzheimer’s Scotland on MeetAdam.org and with NHS Trusts on the ADNAT app for diabetes management, helping teams run efficient cloud-based deployments and engaging training. I’ve published academic work on virtual and augmented reality in healthcare education and created web-based and AR/VR training tools that empower clinicians and patients alike.

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I’m Luke Bracegirdle, founder of Code Anchor Limited, delivering training, consultancy and bespoke software tools from three decades of hands-on experience in software and web development. I design practical courses and collaborative projects that help people get started in digital, from hosting a website to understanding AI and how to commission digital projects. My work blends technology with real-world problem solving and a friendly, down-to-earth approach.

Since starting my own company I’ve collaborated with Alzheimer’s Scotland on MeetAdam.org and with NHS Trusts on the ADNAT app for diabetes management, helping teams run efficient cloud-based deployments and engaging training. I’ve published academic work on virtual and augmented reality in healthcare education and created web-based and AR/VR training tools that empower clinicians and patients alike.

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Work Experience

Company Owner & Director at Code Anchor Limited

July 1, 2025 - Present

Sole owner of a company offering 30 years of software and web development expertise. Providing bespoke software development, consultancy, and training services tailored to specific client needs.

Company Director at Virtual Health SHED Limited

April 30, 2025 - September 5, 2025

Designed and developed a web-based product in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Scotland to create digital 3D environments mimicking physical therapy rooms. The project enabled remote access to therapy environments during the pandemic, using HTML, JavaScript/TypeScript, and CSS. Continued development post-pandemic with further Scottish Government funding.

Head of Digital & Business Analytics at Keele University

April 30, 2019 - September 5, 2025

Led the development of learning analytics to evaluate teaching, learning, and simulation within healthcare education. Developed virtual reality and augmented reality applications for clinical training, including the Virtual Patient programme and immersive Keele Active Virtual Environment (KAVE). Managed a team of learning technologists and graphic animators to deliver digital simulations to international clients in the NHS, academia, and pharmaceutical industry.

Associate Director of Digital Programmes at Keele Institute of Innovation for Innovation and Teaching Excellence (KIITE)

April 30, 2019 - September 5, 2025

Led e-learning and clinical simulation initiatives in higher education and NHS settings. Specialized in 3D digital animation, serious games, and augmented reality apps for clinician training and patient information.

Data Analytics, Software Development roles at Keele University

April 30, 2019 - September 5, 2025

Started as a data analyst visualizing UK prescribing trends using GIS software. Progressed to senior roles involving data analytics and software development in academic and healthcare environments.

Company Owner & Director at Code Anchor Limited

July 1, 2025 - November 8, 2025

Sole owner providing training, consultancy and bespoke software development; designs training courses; works with clients including Alzheimer’s Scotland and NHS Trusts.

Company Director at Virtual Health SHED Limited

April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025

Startup developing clinical avatars and web-based simulation tools for pharmaceutical and healthcare training; developed digital environments and AR apps; collaborated with academic teams.

Data Analyst at Keele University

April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019

Data visualisation of prescribing trends; GIS; supported learning analytics and simulation; contributed to the Virtual Patient and KAVE projects.

Head of Digital & Business Analytics at Keele University

April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019

Developed learning analytics, VR/AR simulations, and analytics for student recruitment, retention, engagement and experience; led digital initiatives.

Associate Director of Digital Programmes at Keele Institute of Innovation for Innovation and Teaching Excellence (KIITE)

April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019

Specialised in 3D digital animation to produce serious games and AR applications for clinician training; delivered IT literacy course for NHS staff; led digital project commissioning.