SUMMARY
Oracle Database **g: SQL Fundamentals-l Certified Software Developer with 5+ years of experience
Organized professional with strong time management skills, ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines, attention to detail and a zeal for learning
Cross-functional team player with analytical, problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated, hardworking and adaptable to change in a diverse work culture
Excellent hands-on experience with C/C++, Python, PHP, HTML and SQL EDUCATION
The George Washington University (GWU), Washington, DC May 2017
Master of Science in Computer Science, GPA: 3.518
Focus on Design Analysis and Algorithms, Human-Computer Interaction, AI, Big Data and Analytics
Awarded Graduate Merit Scholarship, Summer 2016
St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), Mangalore, India June 2014
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering, GPA: 3.0
Focus on Data Structures, Development Life Cycle, Computer Network, Modeling and Simulation TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages : C, C++, Python, Java, PHP, R, HTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, JQuery Database : Oracle 11g, MySQL
Platforms : Anaconda
Tools : Eclipse, Selenium, Python(x,y), Turbo C, IntelliJ IDEA,R, RStudio, MS Office, GameMaker Environments : Windows 10/7/XP, Linux
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Internet Association, Washington, DC October 2017-Present Research Assistant
Researched diverse number of large size datasets a course on spam, phishing, malware and worms at a cybersecurity camp for middle school girls organized by GenCyber funded by the National Security Agency (NSA)
The George Washington University (GWU), Washington, DC CyberSecurity Camp Counselor, Computer Science Department June 2016
Researched and led a course on spam, phishing, malware and worms at a cybersecurity camp for middle school girls organized by GenCyber funded by the National Security Agency (NSA)
Conducted lab workshops in Cyber-forensics, demonstrated the installation of crucial software necessary to protect data
Used Honeypot decoy servers to lure Cyber-attackers, CyberCIEGE tool to teach network security concepts, programmed in C/C++
Exelanz, India (www.exelanz.com)
Software Developer, Information Technology Department Nov 2013 – Jul 2015
Interacted with subject-matter experts and stakeholders to ascertain, analyze and resolve business processes and issues throughout the SDLC using AWS technology as the Cloud IaaS provider
Involved in new feature development, active maintenance and support of the existing product using C++
Built webpages using PHP, HTML, CSS, XML, JSON and SQL for back-end programming
Involved in iteration planning, pre-planning, daily SCRUM calls
Performed regression testing of the software application. Developed test plans and executed test
SERA CRASTA
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scripts using Selenium
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
SAP Public Library App Spring 2017
Created an interface of a public library prototype with online tools in Ionic Creator
Tested with large sample user data to determine the benefits and flaws to the technical design The Loot – Team Bytes Fall 2016
Member of a 4-person team that designed and developed a video game. The main character had to face enemies and obstacles, while collecting as many tokens along the way
Programmed in C and used GameMaker for the game creation and won runners-up at the GWU
“Festival of Animation”
Python Query-based GUI Fall 2016
Developed a python GUI that analyses a text and returns document statistics of a large collection of words, characters, etc. with the ability to accept user search query and displays desired results
Worked with Python(x,y) and IDLE to implement the project ActionPeach Spring 2016
Query databases to generate and analyze data for reporting and troubleshooting of a web application that tracks tasks to be done for a project completion
Built and documented custom reports and statistical images of action status such as completed, in- progress and incomplete
Auto-Regressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) Fall 2015
Led a 3-person team to forecast future data values by analyzing a data history of 20-30 years from a specific dataset using R and RStudio
SaaS HRM Software Jun 2014 – Jul 2015
Designed and developed AWS cloud-based solution for an external client’s hiring process by reducing cumbersome paperwork storage to a web-based portal and cloud storage.
Tested and improved modules using Selenium, C, HTML, XML and SQL Virtual Office Sept 2013 – Jun 2014
Created an online platform for potential clients to search and contact eligible software coders to work on upcoming projects, while coders can advertise their skills as well as project experience Fishing Boat Jan 2013 – Jun 2013
Designed and created a simple working animation in a two-person team
User could navigate a fishing boat, cast a fishing rod and reel a fish in, an additional feature included night/day mode
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
GW Desis at GWU, Washington, DC Aug 2015 – Present Public Affairs Coordinator
Appointed graduate member of the Indian Student organization, coordinating and handling events for incoming and current students
Student volunteer for cultural and technical events in the International Student Organization
Strengthening alumni relations through successful solicitation of college specific funding
Building GW alumni relations via networking events such as alumni lunches and festive gatherings CIPHER at SJEC, Mangalore, India Aug 2010 – June 2014 Student Association Secretary
Elected in 2013 and member of the association since 2010, coordinating activities and workshops throughout the academic year for the CS department
Led the student board in organizing competitions for the intercollegiate tech-fest “TIARA”