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zen-gineer/README.md

Hi there 👋 I'm Heather [di-PEEZ-ah]

😄 Pronouns: (she/her) / (hea/then)

🔭 I’m actively searching for my next role. I am focused on creative front-end development, and as a graduate of Hack Reactor, I'm building a solid foundation in fullstack engineering as well. I will bring a wealth of life and professional experiences into my next role.

🌱 I’m currently learning more about prompt engineering for AI. This field lets me integrate my love of writing, and contribute to better AI outcomes. Concurrently, I am working to expand my ReactJs toolbox.

🤔 I’m looking for help with breaking into the industry as a career-changer. It's tough right now, and I'd love any insights or leads!

📫 I would LOVE to hear from you! You can reach me through LinkedIn Slack Discord

💬 Ask me about HOT RODS so I know where you found me!

Tech Skills

React JavaScript HTML5 CSS3 Python Pandas PyTorch NumPy TypeScript Go Docker Git Django FastAPI Gunicorn Swagger Postman Insomnia React Router GitLab CI AWS Google Cloud Heroku Vercel JWT jQuery NPM NodeJS SQLite Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop Adobe Dreamweaver Adobe After Effects Adobe Creative Cloud Blender Canva Figma Bootstrap TailwindCSS WordPress Postgres PyCharm Visual Studio Code PowerShell Jira Notion Trello RabbitMQ

Essential Skills

Teamwork, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Loyalty, Reliability, Maturity, Tenacity, Resillience, Creativity, Problem-solving

Complete Chronological Work & Education History

Software Engineer | Shelter Tech, SF Guide | Sept 2023 - Present

  • Assisting in the development of implementation tests in Golang for product migration, supporting code reliability and performance improvements within a CI/CD framework using GitHub, and played a key role in identifying and fixing critical bugs.
  • Engaging in weekly remote standups with the engineering team, assisting in the agile development process and facilitating effective communication on project progress and technical challenges.

Career Development Break: Full-Stack Software Engineering Bootcamp | Hack Reactor | September 2022 - May 2023

  • Succeeded in completion of over 1,000 hours of hands-on coding in a simulated Agile remote work environment, gaining skills in full-stack development best practices and collaborative coding techniques.
  • Acquired and applied advanced proficiency in multiple languages and frameworks under tight deadlines in an intense immersive, proving tenacity, determination, and mental endurance. Python3, JavaScript ES6, Django, FastAPI, ReactJS, PostgreSQL, Docker, Git, HTML, and CSS, RabbitMQ

Operations Consultant | Austin Speed Shop | October 2018 - Sept 2022

Fostered exceptional client relations and internal team collaboration inside a world-renown hot rod shop. Credited for business savvy and effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

WordPress Site Manager

  • Applied experience in web development to handle website maintenance in-house, reducing the need for subcontractors.
  • Edited web copy, found and fixed typos, grammatical errors, and distilled verbose texts, flexing eye for detail and strong ability to communicate complex concepts to a diverse audience.

E-Commerce Manager

  • Developed a brand style guide to ensure consistency across all company materials and platforms.

Purchasing Manager

  • Implemented a cloud-based process for purchase requests, tracking, and billing, modernizing legacy methods.

Event Coordinator

  • Orchestrated large events by managing multiple moving pieces and firm deadlines.  
  • Designed and executed mass-email marketing campaigns with Mailchimp, combining seasoned design skills with proven acumen for learning new software on a tight timeline.

Logistics Specialist | Relocation to Austin | June 2018 - September 2018

  • Embarked on a strategic career transition, relocating to Texas to pursue new opportunities, demonstrating resilience, initiative, and a proactive approach to personal and career development.

Independent Contractor / Driver | Lyft | October 2017 - June 2018

  • Maintained a 5-star rating as a Lyft driver through exceptional customer service, navigational skills, and a strong commitment to safety and reliability, demonstrating the ability to excel in service-oriented tasks.

Executive Assistant to the President | S&S, LLC | Dec 2012 - October 2017

  • Mastered diverse project management and coordination tasks, including assisting in the interior design of a vacation lodge, oversaw rental property vendor relations, demonstrated unparalleled adaptability and problem-solving skills in high-stakes environments.
  • excelled in executive support functions, constructed critical correspondence, hosted VIP clientele at events, showcasing exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in varied settings.

Graphic Artist | Freelance | June 2002 - Present

  • Applied advanced proficiency in design software and web development tools to develop brand identity, demonstrated project management and client engagement skills.
  • Honed graphic design and web development expertise to deliver high-impact digital content, including dynamic websites and compelling brand materials.

Career Development: Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design & Illustration | San Francisco Academy of Art | September 2010 - May 2011

  • Completed units in Layout best practices, Color theory, Prototyping, Storyboarding, and Typography.

Household Manager | Heblo Productions | April 2000 - December 2012

  • Managed household finances and led multiple renovation projects, developed strong budgeting, project management, and negotiation skills.
  • Independently designed and executed home improvement projects showcasing ability to self-teach.

Earned Associate of Arts in Web Design | West Valley Mission College | September 2000 - June 2002

  • Developed and designed a non-profit website within a small team, focused on content and client needs using HTML, CSS, and Adobe suite, showcasing teamwork and web design skills.
  • Graduated with a 3.9 GPA, mastering web design, animation, and graphic tools, setting the stage for future software engineering career focused on user experience.

Quality Assurance Engineer (MEBES) | Compugraphics, USA | November 1998 - April 2000

  • Leveraged meticulous attention to detail and advanced technological problem-solving abilities to dynamically adapt process parameters, ensuring photomask specifications met critical dimension tolerances.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making to optimize chemical processing cycles for photomasks, achieving desired outcomes by analyzing trends and adjusting protocols in real-time.

Popular repositories

  1. threejs-portfolio threejs-portfolio Public

    Forked from fireship-io/threejs-scroll-animation-demo

    3D Scrolling Portfolio Website with Three.js

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  2. Carlin-or-Zappa Carlin-or-Zappa Public

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  3. sheltertech.org sheltertech.org Public

    Forked from ShelterTechSF/sheltertech.org

    language accessibility

    TypeScript

  4. HeatherWeatherApp HeatherWeatherApp Public

    Next_React_TypeScript

    TypeScript

  5. grampas-recipes grampas-recipes Public

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  6. ChatBot ChatBot Public

    A full-stack chatbot with openai, python, fastapi and aws

    HTML