Software Developer candidate in Traverse City, Michigan, United States

Summary

am a dynamic and detail-oriented Software Developer with a strong foundation in building and maintaining full-stack web applications. With proficiency in React, JavaScript, Node.js, and a range of other technologies, I excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality user experiences. I have a demonstrated ability to implement best practices and stay up-to-date with industry trends.

My educational background includes completing an accelerated Software Engineering program at HackBright Academy, where I focused on Java and the Spring Boot framework. Additionally, I graduated from General Assembly's Software Engineering bootcamp with a focus on the M.E.R.N stack.

I have successfully completed several noteworthy projects, including the development of a Cocktail Recipe App that enables users to create and explore cocktails. This involved utilizing React, relational database management, and JWT authorization, as well as implementing full CRUD functionality for cocktails and user registration. I also engineered a Parent Planner App, a full-stack web application with CRUD operations for Parents, Children, and Activities, integrating Spring Security for user registration and login. This project showcased my ability to connect a Spring Boot backend, PostgreSQL database, and React Frontend seamlessly.

In my professional experience, I completed a 500-hour full-time course at HackBright Academy, sponsored by Perficient, where I focused on JavaScript, React, Express, PostgreSQL, CSS, and HTML. I collaborated in pairs on daily labs and projects, honing skills in OOP, Java, Spring Boot, and Scrum techniques. As a Lead Full Stack Software Developer at Lion.app, I led a team in evaluating cloud-based services and determined AWS as the optimal choice. I documented development processes and facilitated communication with a developer apprentice team, in addition to managing Scrum processes, overseeing standup meetings, and providing technical support.

During my tenure at General Assembly as a Software Engineer Fellow, I developed three comprehensive full-stack web applications within a three-month period, showcasing proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, EJS, Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, Python, and React. This experience demonstrated my proficiency in the entire software development lifecycle.

Before transitioning into software development, I held the role of Manager and Event Coordinator at Firefly Kitchen & Bar for over a decade. Here, I implemented standard operating procedures for hosting large-scale events and training new staff members. I successfully coordinated over 100 events for 5,000+ attendees and consistently increased sales by 30% over five years.

In addition to my technical skills, I possess strong teamwork, leadership, communication, and presentation abilities. I am client-centric, innovative, and hold integrity, ethical, and collaborative values. This blend of technical expertise and soft skills positions me as a well-rounded professional ready to make a positive impact in any development team.

Expectations

I am seeking an employer that values professional growth, providing opportunities for me to enhance my technical expertise and expand my skill set. A healthy work-life balance is important to me, allowing for both productivity and personal fulfillment. Mutual respect between the company and its employees is crucial, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. Additionally, I value open communication and a supportive company culture that encourages creativity and innovation.