RASHMI FEGADE
Owings Mills, MD ***** ***************@*****.*** 443-***-**** LinkedIn Portfolio GitHub SUMMARY:
● Over 8 years of industry expertise in the analysis, design, development, and deployment of diverse web-based applications.
● Proficient in web technologies including JavaScript, HTML 5, CSS, PHP, and AJAX.
● Extensive hands-on coding proficiency encompassing React JS, Next JS, NodeJS, and Express JS.
● Proficient in content management systems including Contentful Headless CMS and WordPress.
● Proficient in database development across Oracle, MS SQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL platforms.
● Familiarity with data fetching methodologies using GraphQL and REST API.
● Actively involved in client engagement, requirement analysis, and preparing Requirement Specification and Product Specification documents.
● Engaged in the design, development, mentoring of team members, implementation of design patterns, and code review processes.
● Integral contribution to software development, production troubleshooting, support, and testing utilizing standard tools.
● Extensive experience in both manual testing and automated unit testing using Jest for web-based applications.
● Skilled in SEO-related tasks such as optimizing titles, keywords, and descriptions.
● Proficient in working with LAMP and WAMP environments.
● In-depth understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and its functional, performance, and integration aspects. TECHNICAL SKILLS
Programming Technologies: HTML, CSS (Bootstrap, Tailwind), SCSS/LESS, JavaScript, React JS, Next JS, Angular JS, TypeScript, Vue JS, Node JS, Express JS, REST API, GraphQL, PHP Testing Tools: Jest, React Testing Library
Databases: MongoDB, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL
CMS: WordPress, Contentful, AEM
Wireframe & UI/UX Tools:
Cloud:
Tools:
Sketch, Photoshop, Figma, Miro
Amazon AWS (S3, Lambda, CloudFront, CloudWatch, WAF, IAM) Jira, Asana, GitHub, VSCode, Jenkins, Docker, Grunt, Gulp, GA/ GTM AI Tools Git Copilot, ChatGPT, Tabnine
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Front End Software Engineer, 14W / The Oxford Club April 2017 - Present
● Designed and developed mobile-friendly websites utilizing ReactJS, Next JS, Tailwind CSS, and Contentful headless CMS, employing innovative approaches to ensure high-quality production code.
● Developed interactive Single Page Applications using React JS and Next JS, leveraging component-based architecture to create modular and reusable UI elements.
● Implemented static site generation (SSG) with Next JS, optimizing website loading speed and enhancing user experience by pre-building pages at build time.
● Led data modeling and brainstorming sessions, resulting in optimized content structures and enhanced development efficiency.
● Implemented GraphQL queries to create robust APIs, contributing to the seamless functioning of applications.
● Facilitated peer coding sessions to foster knowledge sharing and collaboration, resulting in improved code quality and efficiency.
● Proficient in transforming designs from Figma, Sketch, or Photoshop into functional components.
● Developed a lead generation survey application for investment newsletters using ReactJS and Tailwind CSS, leading to a notable 25% increase in survey completion rates and overall, 10% lead acquisition.
● Created more than 15 mobile-responsive e-letter websites for Oxford Club's franchises by constructing custom WordPress themes and plugins with a focus on mobile-first design principles.
● Utilized relational databases (MYSQL) to optimize data storage and retrieval processes, ensuring efficient application performance.
● Led the development team for one of the franchises at Oxford Club (Manward Press), overseeing system design, application development, testing, UAT, deployment, production support and operational stability.
● Implemented automated testing practices to ensure work is thoroughly tested in a systematic and repeatable manner.
● Ensured project deliverables met the latest SEO, and WCAG accessibility standards, optimized code for minimal page load speeds, and implemented user tracking/engagement code to ensure accurate data transmission to designated servers.
● Maintained detailed project documentation to ensure clarity, collaboration, and support future references.
● Effectively coordinated the data migration to a new CMS, achieving an outstanding 95% success rate in transferring data while minimizing downtime throughout the transition process.
● Ensured product requirements were met by effectively communicating with stakeholders and employing Agile Methodology, achieving a 100% success rate in timely project deliverables.
● Conducted root cause analysis to identify underlying factors contributing to issues or challenges, facilitating informed decision-making and effective problem resolution.
● Contributed to PR reviews to detect tech debts, ensuring code quality and adherence to coding standards, resulting in a 10% improvement in overall codebase robustness.
● Provided valuable assistance to team members, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
● Collaborated with cross-functional teams including architects, UI/UX designers, engineers, QA, and support, aligning design and development strategies with the product vision.
● Acquired and applied knowledge of new technologies to drive beneficial outcomes within business environments. Environment: HTML, CSS (Bootstrap, Tailwind), JavaScript, React JS, Next JS, Contentful CMS, GraphQL, PHP, MySQL, WordPress
Web Developer Intern, 14W / The Oxford Club May 2016 – April 2017
● Transform PSD/ Sketch designs into adaptable WordPress themes ensuring responsiveness.
● Maintained existing WordPress themes resulting in overall improvement in website performance and user engagement.
● Designed and implemented lead generation ads and email templates, resulting in 15% increase in subscriber base.
● Developed lead generation page templates and integrated lead generation forms, contributing to a 15% increase in lead conversion rates.
● Conducted comprehensive audits, addressing vulnerabilities and bugs to enhance website security and performance.
● Handled everyday support tasks, providing timely solutions to 5-6 support requests daily. Environment: PHP, MySQL, WordPress, HTML, CSS (Bootstrap), JavaScript Web Developer, Myware Solutions Pvt. Ltd, India Mar 2013 - Nov 2014
● Constructed innovative websites in a team of 2 with mobile responsive webpages using HTML, CSS and JavaScript resulting in a 20% improvement in website responsiveness and user experience.
● Designed, developed, and deployed new websites based on PHP, WordPress and MySQL, resulting in a 40% increase in site functionality and improvement in overall performance.
● Collaborated with clients to define business requirements and project scope, ensuring a clear understanding of their needs.
● Involved in unit, integration, regression and UAT testing, ensuring the robustness and reliability of application.
● Offered mentorship and guidance to fellow team members on web development challenges.
● Facilitated brainstorming sessions with clients to foster innovative solutions.
● Oversaw bug reporting, tracking, and verification processes to maintain product quality standards. Environment: PHP, MySQL, WordPress, HTML, CSS (Bootstrap), JavaScript EDUCATION
● Master of Science in Information Systems, University of Maryland Baltimore County May 2017
● Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science, University of Mumbai June 2012 CERTIFICATIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
● Oracle Certified Associate
● React and Next JS Course, Udemy
HOBBIES
● Painting, Cooking, Gardening