cspollar / cspollar

👋 Chris Pollard

I'm a Software Engineer with a focus on pragmatically solving problems using modern technologies. I have 9 years of experience in the industry, and I enjoy tackling complex challenges and adapting to evolving technical and business requirements.

✨ Core Skills

• 💻 Programming Languages: Python, Typescript, JavaScript
• 🚀 Backend Frameworks: Django, FastAPI, Node.js
• 🗄️ Databases: SQL (Postgres), NoSQL (DynamoDB)
• ⚡ Frontend Frameworks: React.js
• ☁️ Cloud Technologies: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, etc)
• 🚀 CI/CD: Github Actions
• 🐳 Containerization: Docker
• 🧪 Testing: PyTest, Unittest, Cypress

💼 Fun Projects

• Billing Portal for Startup X - Led the development of a billing portal for a startup, collaborating with the team to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables. Implemented secure payment processing and integrated with third-party APIs for payouts and subscription management.

• Secure Telemedicine Scheduling Application for Healthcare Institution Y - Designed and developed a robust system to secure patient data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. Implemented role-based access control and encryption mechanisms to safeguard sensitive information.

• Migration of Government Website Z - Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop app components, plan the migration process, and ensure a smooth transition.

🏆 Certifications

• 🥇 AWS Certified Developer - Associate (March 2017 - March 2026)
• 🥇 AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (June 2018 - Sept 2024)

📞 Contact

Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn.

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