Sanjana Preesi
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Aspiring Software Engineer with a background in customer-focused roles, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in Java programming, algorithm design, and database management. Skilled in developing efficient, user-friendly applications and collaborating on team projects. Adept at balancing technical challenges with time management and communication. Passionate about learning new technologies and contributing to innovative software solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Optician
Walmart Vision Center
Waukegan, IL
02.2023 - Current
- Provided information on lens types, frame styles and materials, lens coatings, and accessories.
- Assisted customers in selecting frames and lenses that best suited their needs.
- Calculated measurements for eyewear using optical measuring devices.
- Managed patient records, scheduled appointments, and verified insurance coverage, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in data handling.
- Adjusted eyewear for proper fit and comfort.
Cashier
Lewis Fresh Market
Waukegan
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, and processed cash, checks, credit cards, gift cards, or automatic debit payments.
- Greeted customers, answered questions about the store's products, and provided great customer service.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Experience using a POS system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Illinois Springfield
Springfield, IL05-2025
Associate's degree - Computer Science
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL12.2022
High school diploma -
Waukegan High School
Waukegan, ILSkills
- Proficient in Java with experience in object-oriented programming
- Strong foundation in Data Structures and Algorithms for problem-solving
- Experienced in managing and querying MySQL and SQLite databases
- Knowledgeable in Unix Shell Basics
- Skilled in debugging and troubleshooting software programs
- Familiarity with development environments like IntelliJ IDEA and Eclipse
- Basic understanding of HTML,C, and version control systems (eg, Git)
- Familiarity with Agile Methodology
- Effective in teamwork and communication, with a focus on efficient problem resolution
Projects
1. Expense Tracker (Capstone Project)
- Collaborated with a team to develop a robust expense tracker application using Java and MySQL/SQLite for data management.
- Contributed to the design and implementation of core features, including CRUD operations, budget and savings goals, and a responsive GUI with JFreeChart visualizations.
- Ensured modular design and usability by incorporating features like data import/export, transaction categorization, and budget alerts.
2. Ant Colony Optimization Simulation
- Developed a Java-based simulation implementing the Ant Colony Optimization algorithm to solve complex problems.
- Designed a GUI for visualizing the behavior of ant agents in finding the shortest path.
- Applied object-oriented programming principles and algorithmic logic to ensure efficient and scalable code.
3. Vacuum World Environment
- Built a Java-based agent simulation to solve a grid-based cleaning problem using depth-limited search techniques.
- Integrated logical reasoning and heuristic algorithms to optimize agent performance.
Relevant Coursework
- Algorithm and computation
- Computer Organization
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Programming Languages
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Introduction to Operating System
- Introduction to Parallel Processing
Timeline
Optician
Walmart Vision Center
02.2023 - Current
Cashier
Lewis Fresh Market
07.2021 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Illinois Springfield
Associate's degree - Computer Science
College of Lake County
High school diploma -
Waukegan High School
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