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Joseph D. Certo

Matawan,NJ

Summary

Computer Science student with a strong foundation in object-oriented design and software development. Skilled in Java and C++, with additional experience in MySQL. Adept at problem-solving and building efficient solutions through both individual and team projects.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Undergraduate Researcher

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05.2025 - 09.2025
  • Conducted NASA-funded research on the design and development of a pneumatically actuated hand exoskeleton to improve quality of life for individuals with impaired hand function.
  • Enhanced control systems to optimize actuator precision and overall device functionality.
  • Developed and integrated electrical systems, including sensor feedback and solenoid valve circuitry, to improve performance and reliability.
  • Programmed and tested hardware directly, validating actuator behavior and force outputs using Biopac instrumentation.
  • Collaborated with mechanical and biomedical engineering students to design, prototype, and refine system components.

Tile Installer

All Tile & Marble
Monroe, NJ
07.2023 - 06.2025

Waiter

MJ's at Buttonwood Manor
Matawan, NJ
07.2020 - 07.2023

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05-2027

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ
05-2025

Skills

  • Java
  • C/C
  • MySQL
  • SQL
  • Cloud Computing
  • Object-Oriented Design

Projects

Trivniac | Brookdale Community College Capstone

  • Designed and programmed a JavaFX trivia game featuring three game modes, six question categories, and a custom spinning wheel for category selection.
  • Set up a cloud-based MySQL database to manage player accounts, questions, and scoring data.
  • Organized the project around object-oriented design practices, ensuring modular structure and maintainability.

Timeline

Undergraduate Researcher

The College of New Jersey
05.2025 - 09.2025

Tile Installer

All Tile & Marble
07.2023 - 06.2025

Waiter

MJ's at Buttonwood Manor
07.2020 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

The College of New Jersey

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Brookdale Community College

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