• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 973-747-7186
• LinkedIn: Yaakov Davidovici
• GitHub: Ydavidovici

Seeking a web development position to leverage my skills in backend and frontend development, problem-solving, and project management to contribute to innovative projects and gain professional experience in a dynamic environment.

Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU)
Sophomore in Business
May 2024 - Present

• Expected Graduation: September 2025

Bergen Community College (BCC)
Studied Computer Science
January 2023 - May 2024

• Languages: JavaScript, PHP, Python, HTML, CSS, SQL
• Frameworks/Libraries: Node.js, Next.js, React, Laravel, Tailwind CSS
• Databases: SQLite, MySQL, PostgreSQL
• Tools/Technologies: Docker, Git, Apache, PhpStorm, WebStorm
• Other: Project Management with Trello, Containerization, CI/CD Pipelines

May 2024 - Present

• Developing a luxury jewelry e-commerce store using MVC architecture.
• Implementing features such as user authentication, product listing, Stripe integration for payments, shopping cart, and order management.
• Managing project tasks and progress using a Trello board.
• Planning to use PHP unit testing framework for code quality assurance.
• The project aims to help a client efficiently manage their jewelry business.

January 2024 - Present

• Utilized Node.js to create a simple app that used RESTful APIs to run CRUD operations.
• Functionality includes displaying synagogue prayer times and announcements as well as static information about the synagogue.
• Handled data security by hashing passwords, serving over HTTPS, and securing the database with user and password authentication.
• Faced challenges with hosting provider but resolved by switching to Heroku.
• Currently working on implementing sponsorships and donation features based on user feedback.

February 2024 - April 2024 (still currently maintaining and updating)

• Developed a website for a prominent Hasidic rabbi to list books he is rewriting and collect sponsorships and dedications.
• Used Stripe and Node.js for collecting sponsorships and PostgreSQL for the database.
• Implemented backend queries using SQL pools to a Heroku-provided PostgreSQL database.
• Solved Stripe integration challenges using webhooks to update the database with event-driven information.
• Perform regular updates and tests to ensure functionality and provide the latest event information.

In Development

• Inspired by a love for chess and computing, started a chess program using MVC architecture in Python with Next.js for the frontend.
• Implemented alpha-beta pruning into a minimax search algorithm for evaluation and move generation.
• Future plans include using Lichess APIs to play the bot against other bots and achieve a rating of 3000.

January 2024 - Present

• Worked on various web development projects for clients, handling both frontend and backend tasks.
• Gained experience in managing project timelines, client communications, and delivering high-quality code.

Rock n Roll Sushi and Noodle Bar
January 2023 - February 2024

• Provided customer service and managed daily operations.
• Developed strong teamwork and communication skills.

Heichal Hatorah
September 2018 - June 2022

• Member of basketball, hockey, softball, and chess teams for all four years.
• Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration skills.

Available upon request.