Project Management Software Development

Khushali Bhatt

New grad with *+ years of experience in software development and project management.

+1-475-***-**** • **.*************@*****.*** • LinkedIn • GitHub • LeetCode Skilled in Python, PHP, SQL, and RESTful APIs, with experience in building scalable applications and optimizing websites. Strong problem-solving abilities and teamwork skills help deliver projects on time. Experienced in agile development, product management, and working with international clients. Passionate about creating efficient solutions, improving user experiences, and learning new technologies.

EDUCATION

MASTER OF SCIENCE CS & IT SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY, FAIRFIELD, CT GPA 3.97 Dec 24 MASTER’S IN COMPUTER APPLICATIONS GLS UNIVERSITY, GJ, INDIA June 2018 BACHELOR’S IN COMPUTER APPLICATIONS GUJARAT UNIVERSITY, GJ, INDIA June 2016 TECHNICAL SKILLS

PROGRAMMING & DATABASES: Python, C#, PHP, JavaScript, SQL, MySQL, RESTful APIs FRAMEWORK & PLATFORM: Unity, WordPress, CodeIgniter, Flutter, Visual Studio, Postman WEB & MOBILE DEVELOPMENT: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, Responsive Design, Web Flow CERTIFICATIONS: AWS Essential Training for Developers, Amazon Web Services for Developers RESEARCH & ANALYSIS: Quantum Computing, Quantum-Resistant Cryptography, Risk Analysis PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

GAME DEVELOPER SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY AUG 2024 – DEC 2024

● The project is in development, a serious game in Unity using C# for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) patients' cognitive rehabilitation.

● Collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams of the health care department to align with clinical standards.

● Designed UI, game mechanics, and environments for an engaging experience.

● Aimed to potentially assist 15-30% of TBI patients worldwide.Tested by 60+ students of the Healthcare Department.

● Optimized performance for patients' smooth usability and gameplay. FOUNDER & SOFTWARE DEVELOPER WEB STRATAEGIC JUL 2019 – MAR 2024

● Founded and led a software company providing custom digital business solutions, including e-commerce platforms, service portals, and CRM systems.

● Managed a team of developers, strategists, and designers, delivering 50+ successful projects that enhanced business efficiencies for clients.

● Created tailored strategies for multiple businesses by understanding their market needs, from visualization to execution, ensuring designs aligned with client business models.

● Developed a custom CRM system for 30+ employees, streamlining customer interactions and improving business processes.

● Played a key role in helping a client win the Best Online Presence Award in 2021 by redesigning their e-commerce platform to be user-friendly and conversion-oriented, resulting in increased traffic and sales.

● Designed and implemented digital strategies to transition client workflows to online platforms, boosting traffic and conversion rates.

● Established a unique and loyal brand image in both local and international markets within 3 years as the founder.

VISITING FACULTY GLS UNIVERSITY AUG 2022 – JAN 2023

● Delivered lectures on Database Management Systems (DBMS) to postgraduate students, covering advanced concepts, practical applications, and hands-on project development to enhance technical skills and industry readiness.

WORDPRESS DEVELOPER GURU99 PVT LTD DEC 2017 – FEB 2019

● Delivered 3 responsive, multilingual WordPress websites with SEO optimization, boosting organic traffic and engagement through expert front-end development and digital marketing strategies. SELECTED PROJECTS

INDIA’S FIRST LIVE COTTON TRADING SOFTWARE (Feb 2019 to Feb 2021) ROLE: Product Manager(Product design from scratch to Deployment)

● Led the change of a traditional cotton trading business into India’s first ever fully digital platform from scratch to deployment for over 10,000 users on web, Android, and iOS.

● Managed a team of 10 developers to deliver a scalable, secure, and user-friendly platform, ensuring clear communication and alignment across all parties.

● Defined project scope, roadmap, and implemented features: real-time pricing, document tracking, and transportation tracking.

● Completed and delivered the platform within the projected 2-year timeline, demonstrating effective project management of a complex software solution. CUSTOM ECOMMERCE WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT (Nov 2019 - Mar 2020) ROLE: Software Developer, Tester & Product Manager(Product design from scratch to Deployment)

● Managed the end-to-end development lifecycle (design, build, test, deploy) of a responsive e-commerce website using WooCommerce and a custom WordPress theme.

● Designed and built a user-friendly platform, focusing on intuitive product management, secure payment gateways, and efficient inventory management.

● Conducted thorough testing, including performance optimization and security checks, to ensure a bug-free and high-performing e-commerce website.

● Integrated secure payment gateways and optimized the site for performance, security, and scalability.

● Worked closely with stakeholders to deliver a solution that met business needs and contributed to a 35-45% increase in market share.

EMPLOYEE TASK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (Feb 2020 - Aug 2020) ROLE: Product Manager & Software Engineer

● Led and developed a PHP & JavaScript task management system, including front-end dashboard and back-end RESTful APIs for 30+ employees..

● Implemented real-time reporting functionalities for improved data visibility and decision-making.

● Resolved critical JavaScript bugs and optimized backend performance and security.

● Delivered a system that eliminated manual processes and increased team productivity by 40%. DYNAMIC NEWS AGGREGATOR PLATFORM (Mar 2021 - Sept 2021) ROLE: Product Manager & Software Engineer

● Developed a high-performance WordPress & PHP news website with robust backend integration, ensuring scalability, security, and fast load times.

● Integrated RESTful APIs to fetch live news updates from third-party sources, reducing API response time from 3-5 seconds to 200- 300ms (10x improvement).

● Customized WordPress themes & plugins to enhance user experience, content management, and UI/UX design for a seamless platform.

● Managed end-to-end project execution, from planning to deployment, delivering a real-time news platform aligned with user needs.

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