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A dementia researcher turned software developer, I'm eager to merge my interest in coding with my passion to create impactful user experiences and make a meaningful contribution to the tech industry. Currently, as a junior developer, I'm dedicated to continuing my learning journey, applying my analytical skills and problem-solving abilities to develop innovative solutions and grow in my career.

Skills
Languages — JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Ruby, Python, TypeScript, RPG, CL, Frameworks — NodeJS, ReactJS, Ruby on Rails, Bootstrap, Express, Libraries — jQuery, Tailwind CSS, SASS, Databases — PostgreSQL, Design — Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Canva, Testing — Cypress, Jest, Mocha, Chai, Version Control — Git, Systems — AS400 (iSeries)
Work Experience
Junior Developer, Kohl & Frisch Limited
Jan 2024 – present
  • •Quickly grasp and familiarize myself with the existing codebase and adapt to programming in legacy applications so I can effectively support the development manager in software design and coding tasks
  • •Enhance my coding abilities by writing RPG code, applying SQL for database management, using Linux commands to automate tasks, working on minor bug fixes, and contributing to the implementation of new features
  • •Applying my proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Javascript to contribute to front-end development and improving user UX/UI
    • Instructional Developer, Magnify Access
    Dec 2023 – Mar 2024
  • •Developed interactive learning modules for ClearText Academy, an educational platform within the ClearText application, using Horizon UI (Chakra UI, React, TypeScript) to educate users on WCAG and digital accessibility
  • •Conducted extensive research on common document accessibility issues, compiled a list of the top 10 issues detectable by the AI model along with suggested remediation strategies which were added to ClearText Academy
  • •Designed concise, and informative tooltips for various document accessibility issues flagged by the AI, linking users to ClearText Academy modules for detailed accessibility guidance
    • Coding Instructor for Women in Tech, International Development Relief Foundation
    Jul 2023 – Nov 2023
  • •Developed a comprehensive coding curriculum encompassing HTML, CSS, JavaScript, for a program that empowers young women facing barriers to employment to start a career in tech
  • •Prepared and delivered engaging lectures on web development to 30 young women, utilizing a variety of teaching methodologies, including hands-on exercises, discussions, and quizzes
  • •Guided program participants in creating professional portfolios to showcase their newly acquired skills and projects
    • Projects

    A full-stack, multi-page web application that allows users to track their income, and expenses, create savings and debt goals, view stocks, and learn about personal finance.

    A React-based single-page application that allows users to view and "like" photos, and navigate through different photo categories.

    A full stack, multi-page web application that allows users to browse furniture, "like" and save listings to their favourites, and email the seller. Sellers can post and delete items for sale, and mark items as "sold".

    A simple, single-page Twitter clone that allows users to write and post tweets with a character limit of 140.

    Education
    Diploma: Full-Stack Web Development, Lighthouse Labs
    Apr 2023 – Jun 2023
  • •Received a full scholarship worth $14,000
    • HBSc, Health and Disease Specialist and Cell and Molecular Biology Major, University of Toronto - St. George Campus
    Sep 2017 – Apr 2021
  • •Thesis: Using Technology to Mitigate the Impact of Social Isolation on People with Dementia in LTCH