Alana Reyna
Folsom,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level software developer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized, flexible, and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Technology Officer
Sinclair Research Group
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented long-term strategic technological blueprint.
- Developed database and RESTful API hosted on DigitalOcean using MySQL, JavaScript, Axios, and Koa.
- The APIs used to automate data upload from SurveyMonkey using Zapier, reducing time spent uploading data by 100%.
- Created dashboards for clients hosted on the company website using PowerBi and Python for clients’ which has reduced the time it takes to get data-analysis reports to clients by 86%.
- Handled client inquiries with exceptional professionalism and enthusiasm.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
Full-Stack Software Developer
Sonoma State University
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Created an application called "Spotify Journey" that evaluates trends of a Spotify playlist and visually displays data using D3 graphs.
- Created and managed a local database and RESTful API using MySQL, JavaScript, NodeJS, Axios, and Koa to store information about users, playlists, and song features
- Using the data stored in the database (rather than calling Spotify’s API directly), eliminated rate limit issues and expanded the scope of data to be used.
- Contributed to the design of the front-end of website, creating a login and main page for the website that also integrated the RESTful API to store and call data.
- Reviewed code, debugged problems, and corrected issues.
Classified Substitute – Technology Support
Walnutwood High School
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Supported this school by handling registrar duties and providing teachers/staff with on-site technology support
- Duties entailed updating/redesigning the school website using Blackboard, creating infographics using Canva, creating end of the year reports, and handling registrar duties, which includes querying confidential data about students using PowerSchool.
- Updated computer system with latest information to keep records current and accurate.
Front-End Software Developer
Sonoma State University
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Created an application called Paw Chat that allows users to create an account, find furry friends in their area, and chat with other dog owners to set up play dates
- Designed the user interface using Android Studio, allowing users to easily navigate the application and directly message other users
- Implemented a Google Maps feature that allowed users to find nearby parks for meetups.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA12.2022
Skills
- SQL
- MySQL
- Python
- JavaScript
- C
- C
- Nodejs
- HTML5
- CSS
- C#/NET
- Git
- Java
- Code Debugging
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- API Design and Development
- GitHub Collaboration
Extracurricular Activities
Cross Country & Track and Field: Used leadership skills as Captain of the Cross Country & Track and Field team at Sonoma State University. Recognized for performances and leadership by the CCAA conference as a CCAA All-Star.
Timeline
Full-Stack Software Developer
Sonoma State University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Chief Technology Officer
Sinclair Research Group
03.2023 - Current
Classified Substitute – Technology Support
Walnutwood High School
02.2023 - 06.2023
Front-End Software Developer
Sonoma State University
01.2020 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Sonoma State University