Mackenzie Gallagher
Orange,CT
Summary
Recent Computer Science graduate skilled in full-stack development (Java, Python, JavaScript, React, Firebase) with hands-on Agile project experience. Motivated and eager to learn, with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills, ready to apply technical expertise and grow in a professional role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Bartender
314 Beer Garden
07.2023 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, prioritizing tasks to optimize service flow and minimize wait times.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery according to orders.
- Trained new servers on menu offerings, service standards, and operational procedures to maintain consistency.
Computer Science Student
Senior Software Engineering Capstone Project
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Created a mobile application called Smart Stylist, a virtual closet where users can upload clothing items, view their wardrobe, design outfits and save for future use.
- Collaborated in a two-member Agile team, delivering projects on time with 100% sprint completion rate.
- GitHub Repository: https://github.com/CSC4790-Fall2024-Org/smart-stylist
Team Manager
Villanova Varsity Field Hockey Team
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Tracked statistics during games, created an easy to interpret, innovative dashboard for players and coaches to view key stats
- Quickly learned how to support coaches and players, traveled to away games, facilitated and led team-building exercises
- Gathered, interpreted and presented player data produced by the Catapult system (data tracker) to identify strengths and trends
Technical Course Assistant
Villanova University
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Supported the Professor in Algorithms and Data Structures I (introduction to Java computer science course)
- Tutored/taught 25 students course information, debugged students’ code, graded coursework, led Java programming lectures
- Received 95% positive feedback from students and faculty for clear instruction and problem-solving guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05-2025
Skills
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Software Development
- Java, Python, C
- Database Management (SQL)
- JavaScript, HTML/CSS, TypeScript
- Git/GitHub, Agile/Scrum, Figma
- React, React Native, Angular, Expo Go
- VS Code, Eclipse, Jupyter Notebook
- Firebase, Firestore, Copilot
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Fast learner
Timeline
Computer Science Student
Senior Software Engineering Capstone Project
08.2024 - 12.2024
Team Manager
Villanova Varsity Field Hockey Team
08.2023 - 11.2024
Server/Bartender
314 Beer Garden
07.2023 - Current
Technical Course Assistant
Villanova University
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Villanova University