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About Me

About Me

Hello! I am Software Engineer looking to kick-start my career at a company that allows for personal growth, a place where I can use my problem solving skills to develop products that meet customer needs, and a friendly team environment where everyone is working towards a common goal.

Education

• Michigan State University
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science; Major GPA: 3.88, Overall GPA: 3.82
  • Earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, specializing in a comprehensive curriculum that encompassed key areas such as Algorithms and Data Structures, Object-Oriented Software Design, Mobile Application Development, Web Application Architecture and Development, Database Systems, Computer Systems, Operating Systems, and Computer Networks. Developed proficiency in a wide range of programming languages and tools, including HTML, CSS, PHP, SQL, JavaScript, C++, C, Python, Java, Android Studio, Visual Studio, PHP Storm, and SQLite, through comprehensive coursework.

Experience

• Lockheed Martin Space & Michigan State University (Jan 2022 - May 2022)

  • [Python, Flask, Jenkins, Postgres, Docker]
  • Developed and implemented efficient back-end code for gathering performance metrics for Lockheed Martin’s SmartSAT Satellite system applications, utilizing a Jenkins Continuous-Integration pipeline for automated testing on dedicated hardware. Automating this process cut 30 to 60 mins of manual labor for users looking to track application performance.
  • Utilized Python to parse application performance data into JSON format and wrote SQL queries to seamlessly integrate the data into the PostgreSQL database, ensuring accurate and accessible performance tracking
  • Successfully debugged a problematic Python Flask back-end by identifying and resolving issues, while also refactoring the code for improved functionality. Documented the debugging process to assist future engineers working on the code base.
  • Managed the Linux-based production server for team deployment, ensuring proper configuration of Docker containers for system components and readiness for future updates and modifications.
  • For more information check out the system overview video: SmartSat Appstore Project Video

• Ford Motor Company & Michigan State University (Sep 2021 - Dec 2021)

  • [UML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, GSAP]
  • Conducted thorough requirement gathering sessions with a team to elicit and document detailed specifications for the development of Active Park Assist, a software system for automated parking of motor vehicles. Utilized the gathered requirements to create a comprehensive 67-page Software Requirements Specification (SRS) document, encompassing system requirements, potential components, and their integrations through UML and user diagrams.
  • Developed an interactive web-based prototype of the Active Park Assist system using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring widespread accessibility through modern browsers. Implemented animations using GSAP, a JavaScript animation library, to enhance the prototype’s visual representation and user experience.
  • to read more about the project and view the prototype check out: APA3

Projects

• Sorry! Multiplayer game: Designed and developed a web-based version of the classic board game Sorry! with multiplayer functionality. [PHP, JavaScript, CSS , HTML, TCP]
• check it out here: Sorry! game
• SimpleFit Fitness Application W.I.P: Developed SimpleFit, a progressive web application utilizing SolidJS, TypeScript, Deno, and PostgreSQL to empower users to track and analyze their fitness progress. Implemented a custom user authentication system, enabling users to securely sign up, save, track, and share their exercise and workout plans. Achieved fast and efficient reactivity in the front-end through SolidJS and TypeScript, while leveraging Deno’s runtime to create a robust and scalable RESTful API that seamlessly connects the front-end with the PostgreSQL database.

Programming Skills

• Languages: Python, JavaScript, C++, SQL, Java, PHP, HTML, CSS
• Technologies: Nexus, Jenkins, Docker, PostgreSQL, GSAP, Flask, Linux, GIT, JSON, TCP, Email, Microsoft Office