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AAKIFA VALAY
******.*****@*****.*** 281-***-**** Richmond, Texas 77407
Detail-oriented Developer with 7+ years' experience in software design, testing, and maintenance. Proficient in code writing, version control, and testing. Skilled in .NET, strategic planning, and software optimization. Highly motivated with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and interpersonal skills. Application Development
Team Management
Agile development methodologies
Web and Application Servers
Back-End and Database Skills
Agile Software Development
Version Control Systems: Git, Github
Task Prioritization
Time management abilities
Continuous Improvement
Functionality Implementation
Software Development Lifecycle
Requirements Analysis
Microsoft SQL Server
Databases
.NET Framework
Software Development Tools: JIRA, Confluence
QTC Management San Antonio, TX
Net Developer/Azure
02/2022 - Current
Designed and developed various abstract classes, interfaces, and classes to construct the business logic in the Model using C#.
• Developed Models, Views, and Controllers using Guidance Package Manager using MVC model.
• Worked on Web API and RESTFUL Service API using WCF 4.0 which returns XML and JSON data using WCF
attributes.
• Used Team Foundation Server (TFS) for version controlling and assisted in documentation and creating Helpfiles.
• Used JSON to transmit data between Server and Web Application, an alternative to XML Serialization.
• ASP.NET (C#, Vb.net), Web forms development/programming as per the design specifications.
• Experienced in creating and consuming XML Web Services (SOAP, and WSDL) using VisualStudio.Net, ASP.NET.
• Created the Data access layer and Data access objects using ADO.NET Entity framework and LINQ to reduce
impedance mismatch.
• Created Database objects like Tables, Stored Procedures and Triggers in SQL Server
• Experience in Agile software development methodology and Test-driven development including SCRUM Framework.
Charles Schwab Raleigh, NC
.Net Developer
02/2021 - 04/2022
• Worked on PROD defect fixes in .Net framework 4.0/2.0/1.0
• Configuring IIS 7 application server management and deployed .Net applications code in Dev, QA, UAT, and PROD.
• Used Entity Framework technology for querying, data retrieval, Summary
Skills
Experience
manipulation, and data storage using LINQ.
• Responsible for developing WCF Service for the exchange of data between systems and implementing business logic.
• Designed Truckload quoting pricing tool for sales staff to quote and price carrier and customer clients using ASP.NET
• MVC 5, C#, Angular JS, JavaScript and jQuery.
• Developed the reusable framework for the application using the ASP.NET MVC Framework 4.0.
• Used Team Foundation Server (TFS) for version controlling and assisted in documentation and creating Helpfiles.
• Used JSON to transmit data between Server and Web Application, an alternative to XML Serialization.
• Designed and developed Data Access layer, Business layer, and Presentation Layer (user interface) for the n-tier
• architecture web application using C#, ADO. NET and ASP. NET
• Designed and developed an integrated n-tier web application using C#, WPF, ASP.NET and ADO.NET
• ASP.NET (C#, Vb.net), Web forms development/programming as per the design specifications.
• Used ASP.NET MVC, Web API, SQL Azure, AngularJS, and Bootstrap for single-page apps.
• Used Azure App Insights for user activity & exception logging.
• Used Azure Monitoring, OMS & Power BI for visualizing the activities.
• Deployed the tools Microsoft Azure Cloud Service (PaaS, IaaS), and Web Apps.
• Implemented Azure Application Insights to store user activities and error logging.
• Implementation of client-side validations using jQuery, Angular JS and server-side validation using ASP.NET MVC
• Validation at Controller level.
• Experienced in creating and consuming XML Web Services (SOAP, and WSDL) using VisualStudio.Net, and ASP.NET.
• Developed the back-end functionalities of an e-commerce platform, including user authentication, product catalog
• management, and order processing. Implemented secure payment gateways and optimized database queries for
• improved performance.
• Troubleshooting and debugging PHP applications.
• Worked on Web API and RESTFUL Service API using WCF 4.0 which returns XML and JSON data using WCF
attributes.
• Created the Data access layer and Data access objects using ADO.NET Entity Framework and LINQ to reduce
impedance
Vangaurd Malvern, PA
Associate .Net Developer
02/2018 - 10/2020
Involved in Software Development Life Cycle like Requirement Analysis, Design, Implementation and Testing
• Developed application using Model View Controller (MVC) application framework
• Creating applications using VB.NET and enhancing projects for .NET applications
• Leveraged Routing in MVC to define custom routes thereby achieving clean URLs
• Worked on Web API to build HTTP Services which return JSON data to the client
• Created Interfaces in C# to communicate through the WCF services
• Responsible for developing WCF Service for the exchange of data between systems and implementing business logic
• Knowledge of calling Cross Domain WCF Service using jQuery
• Used Entity Framework technology for querying, data retrieval, manipulation, and data storage using LINQ.
• Worked on Entity Framework for performance gains via not constantly regenerating SQL
• Developed LINQ queries using LINQ to Objects on top of ORM for querying memory objects like Datasets and
• Collections
• Analyzed, Strategized & Implemented Azure migration of Application & Databases to Cloud
• Design dynamic reporting solutions using Report Viewer (SSRS) for Printing
• Created Technical Specification documents with UML diagrams like Activity Diagrams and State Diagrams for a
• better understanding of the flow of the module for future reference
• Implemented secure payment gateways and optimized database queries for improved performance in PHP
• Involved in writing AngularJs and Javascript to perform client-side validation and enhance the UI of the application,
• worked with parsing XML data
• Worked on PROD defect fixes in .Net framework 4.0/2.0/1.0 University of Madras India
Bachelor of Arts
06/2007
University of The People Pasadena, CA
Bachelor of Science in Computer And Information Sciences I thrive on diversity, seamlessly blending various facets of my life. From collaborating effectively in teams to swiftly mastering new skills, I embrace challenges with enthusiasm. Balancing work, learning, and personal interests, I epitomize adaptability and versatility, embodying the essence of a well-rounded individual. I excel in surpassing targets, earning leadership roles, and garnering recognition for my achievements. I am adept at guiding new hires through projects, ensuring comprehensive understanding and effective project knowledge dissemination.
English:
Professional
Hindi:
Professional
Tamil:
Professional
Telugu:
Limited
Spanish:
Elementary
Education and Training
Activities and Honors
Accomplishments
Languages
Azure fundamentals
Power Bi
Terraform
References available upon request.
Certifications
References