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Derek Singleton

Derek Singleton

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Full Stack Developer with extensive experience in software system development, project management, and problem-solving across diverse technologies. Proficient in both front-end and back-end development, with a strong track record of leveraging cloud platforms and integrating IoT and sensor technologies to build scalable, high-performance applications. Passionate about advancing artificial intelligence solutions and driving innovation.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer

Balluff
08.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with a team of 5 to design and implement robust software systems showcasing the company's sensor technologies, resulting in a 30% increase in customer interest.
  • Developed applications using Python, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to enhance system functionality and reliability.
  • Integrated communication protocols such as Rest-API, TCP/IP, UDP, and EtherNet/IP to improve communication efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Data Analysis & Software Development

University of Cincinnati
01-2026

Associates - Software Development and Database Management

Cincinnati State
05-2024

Skills

  • JavaScript
  • Data Analysis
  • Python
  • SDLC
  • Java
  • React
  • Net
  • TypeScript
  • NextJs
  • Git
  • Rest Api
  • CSS / HTML

My Portfolio

DevHorizion.io







Notable Projects

DevOverflow – Full-stack Web Application

Developed a scalable, full-stack web application inspired by Stack Overflow, utilizing Next.js, TypeScript, MongoDB, Tailwind CSS, Prisma, and Clerk for authentication.

  • Core features: Advanced routing, dynamic theme switching, user authentication/authorization, responsive UI, form handling with React Hook Form and Zod, server-side data fetching (SSG, ISR, SSR), and MongoDB integration.
  • Implemented real-time community features, voting systems, user profile management, search and pagination, and integrated OpenAI for automated answer generation.
  • Focused on SEO optimization, responsive design, and best practices like ESLint and Prettier for code quality.


Live Forex Trading Bot

  • Developed a live, automated Forex trading bot using Python, Jupyter, and MongoDB, deployed on Linode
  • Designed and built custom backend APIs to handle trading operations and data management
  • Implemented cloud scraping for real-time data acquisition, ensuring up-to-date market analysis


Logistics Management and Reordering Software

  • Spearheaded the development of an intuitive logistics management system using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, resulting in a 25% increase in operational efficiency
  • Integrated hardware devices like cameras, scanners, and RFID readers for real-time tracking, improving inventory accuracy by 95%
  • Implemented API interfaces with PLCs, automating workflows and increasing operational efficiency by 35%

Timeline

Software Engineer

Balluff
08.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Data Analysis & Software Development

University of Cincinnati

Associates - Software Development and Database Management

Cincinnati State
Derek Singleton