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AMNA ZAHID

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Talented Software Developer equipped with great coding, debugging and project management abilities. Accomplishes project goals consistently with elegant, scalable code. Works great with team members under Agile and Scrum frameworks.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Engineering Fellow & Project Management Intern

KayLink Corp
Silver Spring, MD
01.2023 - Current

Collaborative Development: I collaborated with a team of developers to design and

implement features using the MERN stack, contributing to the development of a

scalable web application.

Professional Training: I enthusiastically participated in a rigorous software engineering

training program tailored to empower women in the tech industry, equipping myself with

invaluable skills and knowledge.Hands-on Experience: Through immersive hands-on sessions, I honed my abilities in

building full-stack web applications using MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js

(MERN stack), gaining practical proficiency in these technologies.

Real-world Project Contribution: I contributed to the development of a real-world web

application project from inception to deployment, enhancing practical skills in software

development.

Agile Methodologies: I engaged in agile methodologies and best practices, including

regular stand-up meetings, sprint planning, and code reviews, ensuring efficient

project management.

Software Development Associate & Project Coordinator

Prime Consultant Professional Group
Washington, DC
01.2018 - 12.2022

Coding and Development: I played a significant role in writing code and developing

software components, under the guidance of more experienced developers. I

contributed to both front-end and back-end development tasks.

Bug Fixing and Debugging: I participated in identifying and resolving software issues,

including debugging and addressing software bugs to enhance the overall quality of

the product.

Code Review: I collaborated with senior developers in reviewing and providing

feedback on code written by team members, which helped maintain coding standards

and best practices.

Testing and Quality Assurance: I conducted testing procedures, ensuring that

software components met functional and performance requirements and were free of

defects.

Skill Development: I continued to expand my programming and development skills,

enhancing my knowledge of relevant programming languages, frameworks, and tools.

Problem Solving: I actively participated in problem-solving discussions, working with

the team to find innovative solutions to technical challenges.

Additional Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience successfully managing organizational, administrative,

financial, or project coordination tasks in a timely manner, including demonstrated

proficiency with databases, spreadsheets, research tools, and online

collaboration tools.

• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to work independently, while also being capable

of working collaboratively with a team to develop and carry out an overall program.

• Demonstrated ability and interest in taking initiative to learn about new topic areas.

• Excellent collaborative interpersonal skills.

• Ability to develop and track project budgets.

• Demonstrated excellence in both oral and written communication. A strong interest

in facilitation, mediation, or environmental conflict resolution.

Junior Developer & Project Assistant

Cummings and Associate
Washington, DC
09.2016 - 01.2018

Skill Acquisition and Development: I dedicated myself to mastering the fundamental

concepts and technologies essential to software development, including programming

languages, tools, and industry best practices.

Hands-on Coding Experience: Under the guidance of seasoned developers, I gained

practical experience by writing and executing basic code snippets and scripts, steadily

honing my coding skills.

Project Support and Coordination: Additionally, I provided assistance in project

management tasks, contributing to project planning, scheduling, and coordination

efforts. This exposure allowed me to understand the importance of effective project

management in ensuring the success of software development initiatives.

Guided Mentorship: Throughout this journey, I received invaluable mentorship from

experienced developers, who shared their knowledge and expertise, facilitating my

growth within both technical and project management domains.

Education

Master of Science - Information Technology Project Management

University of Karachi
Pakistan
01-2013

Skills

SKILLS:

Programming: JavaScript, Python, React

Full Stack Development: MongoDB, Expressjs, Nodejs, Nextjs

Version Control: Git

Data Management and Analysis: MongoDB, Mongoose, Python (for data manipulation

and analysis) with data visualization tools

Frontend Development: HTML/CSS, Responsive Design, State Management,

Component Libraries (Material-UI), UX/UI design work

Testing: Test Frameworks, UI Testing (React Testing Library)

Security: User Authentication, Access Control

Agile Methodology: Agile Development, Project Management

Cloud Deployment: AWS Deployment with GitHub Integration

Languages

English
Full Professional
Urdu/Hindi
Native/ Bilingual

PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Cafe Management App | May 2023 - September 2023

Developed an innovative cafe management system using React for the frontend and

Python for the backend.

Implemented features for order processing, inventory management, and customer

interaction to enhance cafe operations.

Collaborated with a cross-functional team to ensure a seamless user experience and

efficient workflow.

Utilized Git for version control, allowing for effective code management.Deployed the application on AWS to ensure scalability and accessibility.

Task Tracker App | February 2021 - December 2021

Created a task tracker application using Python for backend functionalities.

Developed a user-friendly frontend using React, allowing for seamless task

management.

Utilized Git for version control and collaborated with a cross-functional team for project

success.

Implemented project management methodologies, including JIRA, for effective task

tracking.

Health and Wellness App | March 2020 - November 2020

Led the development of a health and wellness mobile application using React Native.

Integrated backend functionalities with Python and Django for user data management.

Implemented secure user authentication and access control for sensitive health

information.

Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a user-friendly and responsive

application.

Event Management Platform | January 2017 - October 2017

Spearheaded the development of an event management platform, utilizing HTML, CSS,

and JavaScript for the frontend.

Implemented a scalable backend with Python and Flask, ensuring seamless event registration and coordination.

Integrated MongoDB as the database for efficient data storage and retrieval.

Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a user-friendly and responsive application.

Certification

CERTIFICATES:

Introduction to Front-End Development. | Meta.

Crash Course on Python. | Google.

Google IT Automation with Python Professional Certificate. | Google

Project Management Professional Certificate | Google

Timeline

Software Engineering Fellow & Project Management Intern

KayLink Corp
01.2023 - Current

Software Development Associate & Project Coordinator

Prime Consultant Professional Group
01.2018 - 12.2022

Junior Developer & Project Assistant

Cummings and Associate
09.2016 - 01.2018

Master of Science - Information Technology Project Management

University of Karachi
AMNA ZAHID