Software Engineer Senior

Dakota Cookenmaster

West Monroe • Full-time

Self-Employed

Developed various websites and web applications for private clients. TypeScript • JavaScript (ES6+) • React • Material UI • Docker • Agile • Extreme programming • Python • HTML5 • CSS3 • Next.js • Nest.js • Express.js • Jest • Supertest • Mocha / Chai • AWS Lambdas • Google Cloud • SQL • MySQL • MongoDB • PHP • Yii2 • Django • Websockets • Git • Ruby • C++ • C# • Caddy • Mikro-ORM • TypeORM • WCAG Testing • CI / CD • Apache Spark • Redux • CI / CD

I engaged in diverse projects at West Monroe, showcasing proficiency in:

• Data Analysis: Utilized Python and PySpark for efficient data aggregation and analysis.

• Full-Stack Development: TypeScript, JavaScript, and Node.js backend development, ensuring seam- less integration with React for dynamic user interfaces.

• Real-Time Communication: Implemented Websockets for interactive features.

• Cloud Solutions: Orchestrated AWS-based solutions, utilizing Lambdas and Elastic Beanstalk.

• Ruby on Rails: Developed and maintained secure, scalable web applications.

• Turbo Integration: Optimized frontend performance with Turbo.

• Version Control: Utilized Git version control.

• Agile Practices: Contributed to eXtreme Programming (XP) and iteration planning meetings; utilized Pivotal Tracker for user stories.

This role enhanced adaptability, cross-functional collaboration, and delivery of high-quality solutions in dynamic environments.

Senior Software Engineer

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https://linkedin.com/in/dakota-cookenmaster • https://github.com/dakotacookenmaster I believe I am a standout candidate for this position, bringing a winning mix of academic excellence and practical experience. As a Senior Software Engineer at West Monroe and an Adjunct Professor at Southern Adventist University, I not only excel in the industry but also strive to share my expertise with others by teaching Advanced Web Programming and Web Services. With a versatile skill set covering JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, and much more, and a proven track record of success in academia and consulting, I bring a unique blend of know-how and innovation to any team. Skills

Summary

Independent Developer

Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer

Remote

Technologies: TypeScript • React • Nest.js • Next.js • Docker • Django • Jira • CI / CD Remote

Technologies: TypeScript • AWS (Amazon Web Services) • Websockets • React • Docker • Ruby on Rails • Redux Apr 2022 – present

Aug 2015 – present

Projects

ByteWeave

Adjunct Professor

Software Engineer

Software Engineering Intern

Software Engineering Intern

Collegedale, TN, United States

Technologies: PHP • SQL • Yii2 • Git • Ajax

Technologies: React • TypeScript • Docker • CSS3 • Caddy Chattanooga, TN, United States

Technologies: SQL • Mulesoft • Visio • Powerapps • Git Chattanooga, TN, United States

Technologies: C# • Powerapps • Python • React • Security testing Collegedale, TN, United States

Technologies: TypeScript • React • Nest.js • Express.js • Material UI May 2021 – Jan 2022 • 8 mos

Jan 2021 – May 2021 • 4 mos

Jan 2018 – Dec 2020 • 2 yrs 11 mos

Jun 2022 – present

Sep 2023 – present

Sikich • Full-time

Southern Adventist University • Part-time

Tennessee Valley Authority • Internship

Work included:

• ERP systems development

• Mock-ups of apps in React and Powerapps

• Security and vulterability testing and consulting

• Database system support and cloud migration

Center for Innovation and Research in Computing • Internship Served as an intern for the US Federal Government TVA, developing and maintaining APIs and API integrations using the Mulesoft ETL software.

Assisted in the development of various web applications for clients utilizing the Yii2 PHP Framework. Developed curriculum for and instructed the following classes at Southern Adventist University: Advanced Web Programming: Covers advanced CSS techniques, advanced DOM manipulation with JavaScript, a detailed coverage of React, and protection against common attack vectors (XSS attacks, namely).

Web Services: Covers development of a RESTful API initially using a simple framework like ExpressJS, and then moving to an advanced one, such as NestJS. Includes a coverage of TypeScript, DTO validation, authentication and authorization measures, and protections against common attack vectors (CSRF attacks, DDoS attacks, XSS attacks, SQL injection, etc.) ByteWeave is a web application designed to aid instructors in the development of labs and assignments that utilize digital logic gates. It allows instructors to create custom assignments and prompts that provide students with a truth table and appropriate gate types (potentially including AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NOR, INPUT, OUTPUT, and 7-Segment Display).

Free Roam: https://byteweave.dacoder.io

Example Lab: https://lab5.dacoder.io/

GitHub: https://github.com/dakotacookenmaster/ByteWeave Languages

Certifications & Awards

Very-Simple-File-System Visualizer

Education

M.S. Computer Science

B.S. Computer Science

Collegedale, TN, United States

Collegedale, TN, United States

Technologies: JavaScript • HTML/CSS • Bootstrap3

Apr 2014

Jan 2023

Apr 2019

Apr 2015

Apr 2016

Apr 2017

Feb 2015

Feb 2016

Feb 2017

Aug 2021 – Dec 2023 • 2 yrs 4 mos

Aug 2017 – May 2022 • 4 yrs 9 mos

May 2020 – present

Southern Adventist University

Southern Adventist University

Grade/GPA: 3.96

ABET Accredited Program

Summa Cum Laude

Southern Scholars Honors Graduate

English (Native or bilingual proficiency)

Grade/GPA: 4.0

Graduate Certificate in Web Development

Microsoft Office Specialist (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) - Certiport NestJS Fundamentals - https://learn.nestjs.com

Top Achiever Award - Southern Adventist University Web Design & Development - 1st Place - SkillsUSA Florida - State Competition Web Design & Development - 1st Place - SkillsUSA Florida - State Competition Web Design & Development - 1st Place - SkillsUSA Florida - State Competition Web Design & Development - 3rd Place - SkillsUSA Florida - Regional Competition Web Design & Development - 1st Place - SkillsUSA Florida - Regional Competition Web Design & Development - 1st Place - SkillsUSA Florida - Regional Competition Very-Simple-File-System (VSFS) Visualizer - This app is designed to help students visualize how a simple filesystem might store data, with a description of the Inode Table, block sizes, block pointers, etc.

Live Demo: https://dakotacookenmaster.github.io/vsfs-visual-tool GitHub: https://github.com/dakotacookenmaster/vsfs-visual-tool I am also currently in the process of revamping this application to be more dynamic, responsive, and user-friendly using React. If you're interested in seeing the project, check it out at the link below: Updated Version (in development): https://github.com/dakotacookenmaster/vsfs-simulator

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