Degree: Diploma in Full Stack Web Development
Institute: Lighthouse Labs
Period: May 2023
Degree: Data Analytics (Boot Camp) with Python, Machine learning and deep learning
Institute: University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies
Period: August 2022
Degree: Bachelor in Information Science and Engineering
Institute: Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), India
Period: June 2009
Project Name: Return Pal
Description: Contributing to the development of innovative features for the Return Pal platform. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the user experience. Implementing robust, scalable, and secure software solutions in a startup environment.
Period: Oct 2023 - Present
Project Name: Loblaws Retail
Description: Developed and maintained retail JAVA modules for a marketing solution project, utilizing FICO's DMP and front-end technologies to deliver successful outcomes to the end user.
Achievements: Received Employee of the Month award for outstanding performance.
Period: Mar 2014 – Jan 2017
Project Name: AXA WINTHER
Description: Developed and maintained Java web-based applications for Broker Portal, an insurance web project and automated it using Selenium.
Project Name: JPMChase
Description: Designed and developed banking modules for Express Deposit Origination as a full-stack Java developer.
Project Name: Bank of America (BOFA)
Description: Developed a lightweight Java web-based marketing project with 9 modules, handled Product Build Management and final delivery which led to client satisfaction
Achievements: Received Accenture's highest award, "ACE-Accenture Celebrates Excellence."
Period: Mar 2010 – Jan 2014
Description: As a dedicated front-end developer at Empowered Futures, I play a pivotal role in shaping the digital presence of this innovative Canadian non-profit organization. My responsibilities extend to crafting engaging and intuitive user interfaces that align with the organization's mission of supporting emerging adults during their transition into adulthood. Leveraging my expertise in front-end technologies such as ReactJS, NextJS, TailWindCSS, date-fns, Axios,NodeJS, ExpressJS, PassportJS, PostgreSQL, Prisma. I collaborate closely with the team to deliver visually compelling and seamless online experiences.
In this role, I contribute to the enhancement of the organization's website, ensuring it effectively communicates the principles of integrity, goal setting, and responsibility that Empowered Futures stands for. By participating in self-empowerment workshops and business mentorship programs, I bring a technological perspective to inspire hope, instill healing, and promote mental well-being among Canadians aged 18 to 28.
My commitment goes beyond just coding – I strive to create interfaces that resonate with the target audience, fostering a sense of confidence, emotional intelligence, and resourcefulness. Through the thoughtful integration of design principles and user experience best practices, I aim to contribute to the organization's overarching goal of empowering young adults to navigate the challenges of adulthood with resilience and optimism.
Period: October 2023 - Present
Description: As a cultural volunteer, I had the honor of choreographing a dance performance for children under 7 years at CHAA (Canada Havyaka Associations) in April 2023. This endeavor presented its own set of challenges, as most of the practice sessions were conducted online, and participants had varying schedules and lived far from each other. Despite these challenges, I embraced the opportunity with enthusiasm and creativity. Through innovative solutions and the dedication of the participants, we successfully brought the dance to life, creating a joyful cultural experience for the children. This experience reinforced my belief in the power of volunteerism to bridge gaps and bring communities together, even in the face of logistical challenges.
Period: April 2023, November 2023 - present
Description: Worked as a Full Stack Software Consultant and Developer at Steel N Style, based in Sirsi, India. During my tenure, I played a pivotal role in the organization's technology initiatives. I coded, integrated, and created a flawless payment module that transformed the way Steel N Style handled financial transactions. This module not only streamlined the payment process but also significantly reduced processing times and minimized errors, resulting in substantial cost savings for the organization. My support extended beyond the development phase, as I actively maintained and improved the payment module to ensure its continued effectiveness. This project allowed Steel N Style to allocate more resources towards its core mission of empowering and supporting underprivileged communities. It was a fulfilling experience to contribute my technical expertise to a cause that brings positive change to people's lives.
Period: Oct 2022 - Jan 2023
Description: Served as a Full Stack Associate Software Developer at the Deaf And Dumb School in Sirsi, India. My primary role was to craft communication and educational software to assist students with hearing and speech impairments. These software solutions were designed to be user-friendly and accessible, enabling students to overcome communication barriers and access educational resources effectively. This volunteer work was driven by the goal of supporting inclusivity and accessibility for students with special needs, and it was carried out with dedication and passion.
Period: Dec 2020 - Feb 2022
Description: This project involves a server built using Node.js, Express, and PostgreSQL, while the client is developed using React. The purpose of the project is to create a reservation system for Hotel Cosmic, offering a unique and immersive outer space experience for its guests.
Role: Full Stack Developer
Technologies: Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, React, CSS
Description: Interview Scheduler is a user-friendly Single Page Application that allows real-time appointment booking, editing, and deletion. The App is built with React, custom hooks, and a PostgreSQL database for data persistence. The client communicates with the API server over HTTP using JSON format.
Role: Full Stack Developer
Technologies: React, PostgreSQL
Link: GitHub
Description: A SMART list categorizes tasks automatically into appropriate categories. Unfitting tasks are placed in an unsorted list. Users can manually categorize tasks as well. It uses Node, HTML, SCSS, Wolfram Alpha API, and Postgres database.
Role: Full Stack Developer
Technologies: Node.js, HTML, SCSS, Wolfram Alpha API, PostgreSQL
Link: GitHub
Description: Developed a clone of tweeter with desktop/laptop and the smaller device view which is built using responsive design.
Role: Full Stack Developer
Technologies: Node.js, HTML, Express, CSS
Link: GitHub
Description: A mini e-commerce application built with Rails 4.2. Using Stripe to order items and "make payments". Model and Feature testing is done with Rspec. Also using basic http authentication in ruby to secure the "admin" side the site. With successful login admins can create new categories and products and save them to the database.
Role: Full Stack Developer
Technologies: Rails 4.2, HTML, PostgreSQL, CSS, Stripe
Link: GitHub
Description: TinyApp is a full-stack web application built with Node and Express that allows users to shorten long URLs.
Role: Full Stack Developer
Technologies: Node.js, Express, EJS, cookie-session
Link: GitHub
Description: Customer Segmentation: Used Unsupervised Machine Learning to determine groups/classification for types by applying K-means and Agglomerative clustering to determine the pattern of customer purchase which will help to increase the sales and profit of the company.
Role: Data Analytics
Technologies: Python, Unsupervised Machine, AWS, PostgreSQL
Link: GitHub
Description: The purpose of this analysis was to use data from to provide a report and visualization of currently traded cryptocurrencies that can be grouped together to create a new classification system. This report would be used to help Accountability Accounting offer a new investment portfolio in the exciting world of cryptocurrency to its customers.
Role: Data Analytics
Technologies: Python, Machine Learning - Elbow Curve, PCA, KMeans, hvPlot, Plotly
Link: GitHub
Description: The purpose of this analysis is to understand how to utilize supervised Machine Learning statistical algorithms to make predictions based on data patterns provided.
Role: Data Analytics
Technologies: Python, Supervised Machine Learning - Elbow Curve, PCA, KMeans, hvPlot, Plotly
Link: GitHub
Description: Amazon_Vine_Analysis project is to analyze Amazon reviews written by members of the paid Amazon Vine program, a service that allows manufacturers and publishers to receive reviews of their products and determine if there are any biases between Vine members and Non-Vine member's reviews.
Role: Data Analytics
Technologies: Python, Big Data using PySpark, Amazon Web Service (AWS), Google Colaboratory, and pgAdmin.
Link: GitHub
Description: Neural networks is an advanced form of Machine Learning that can recognize patterns and features in the dataset. This project will utilize Deep Learning Neural Networks to evaluate the input data and produce clear decision-making results.
Role: Data Analytics
Technologies: Python, tensorflow, Deep learning
Link: GitHub
Certificate: AWS Cloud Practitioner
Company: Amazon Web Services
Year: 2022
Certificate: ASDA certified software developer
Company: Accenture
Year: 2011
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Email: ashwinihegde28@gmail.com
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