KEVIN SIMMONS
Rockford,IL
Summary
Passionate and detail-oriented Computer Science student with a 4.0 GPA, specializing in full-stack development. Skilled in creating innovative applications that prioritize backend and frontend integration, including diversity-focused hiring solutions and credit management tools. Proficient in programming, database management, and implementing scalable SaaS models.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Full Stack Developer
DiverseHire App
- Developed a Flask-based application to streamline and enhance hiring practices while ensuring adherence to diversity and compliance standards
- Seamlessly integrated a React frontend with the Flask backend, providing an intuitive and efficient experience for both hiring managers and applicants
- Utilized SQLite and PostgreSQL databases to ensure efficient data storage, retrieval, and scalability, optimizing app performance
- Developed comprehensive reporting tools to analyze hiring metrics, providing actionable insights to improve diversity and meet compliance goals
- Designed a flexible SaaS model, offering businesses tiered subscription plans tailored to their specific diversity and compliance requirements
Frontend Developer
Credit Fix App
- Created a Chrome extension to help users track and improve their credit scores with a simple, intuitive interface
- Designed a responsive, mobile-friendly interface using Tailwind CSS, ensuring a consistent user experience across various devices
- Integrated real-time credit score data APIs, providing users with instant insights into their financial health and personalized recommendations for improvement
- Developed features for monitoring credit score changes, setting financial goals, and receiving actionable notifications for credit score improvement
- Gathered and analyzed user feedback to continuously improve the app's interface and features, ensuring the tool meets user needs and provides an optimal experience
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Southern New Hampshire University
03.2027
Skills
Communication Skills
Adaptability
Teamwork
Interpersonal Skills
Problem-solving Skills
Databases: SQLite, PostgreSQL,
MySQL
Data Structures: Arrays, Linked Lists, Hash Maps, Stacks, Queues, Heaps, Trees, Graphs
Complexity Analysis: Big-O Notation
Programming Languages: Python, Java,
SQL, JavaScript, C
Frontend Technologies: React, Tailwind
CSS
Algorithms: Sorting, Searching, Dynamic Programming, Graph Traversal, Recursion
Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Class Design, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Encapsulation, Abstraction
Websites
Certification
- Dean's List - Every Semester
- Hackathon Participant - SNHU 2024
- Cybersecurity Certification
Timeline
Full Stack Developer
DiverseHire App
Frontend Developer
Credit Fix App
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Southern New Hampshire University