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 * Knows PostgreSQL well and can write good SQL.
 
-* Is familiar with NoSQL databases like Redis and CouchDB and services like
+* Familiar with NoSQL databases like Redis and CouchDB and services like
   ElasticSearch.
 
 #### Mobile development
 
-* Is somewhat familiar with iOS Development and Swift.
+* Familiar with iOS Development and Swift.
 
 #### Tools and processes