Thokala Narendra
+917********* *****************@*****.*** Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India LinkedIn GitHub HackerRank LeetCode
SUMMARY
Aspiring Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful API development. Skilled in building, testing, and deploying scalable backend systems with a solid foundation in OOP principles. Demonstrated hands-on experience through internship projects involving layered design, database integration, and performance optimization. Proven ability to deliver multiple mini-projects and contribute effectively in real-world software development environments.
EXPERIENCE
Java Backend Development Intern
Ceeras IT Services Dec '25 — Mar '26
Worked on REST API testing and CRUD validation using Postman. Assisted in fixing backend issues related to input validation, duplicate records, and database updates. Supported Service and Repository layer modifications in Spring Boot applications. Gained practical knowledge in MySQL integration, exception handling, and layered architecture. SKILLS
Languages Java
Frameworks Spring Boot, RESTful API
Web Technologies HTML, CSS
Databases MySQL
Tools & Practices Git, Postman
Concepts Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Multithreading, Java 8+ Features, Exception Handling
PROJECTS
Employee Management System Link
Designed and developed a Spring Boot–based enterprise backend system for managing employees and departments using layered architecture (Controller, Service, Repository). Implemented role-based authentication and authorization using Spring Security (ADMIN / USER roles) to secure REST APIs and restrict write operations.
Built RESTful CRUD APIs for department management with proper DTO mapping, validation, and global exception handling, improving API reliability by ~40%.
Integrated MySQL/H2 database with Spring Data JPA, reducing boilerplate code and improving data access efficiency.
Weather Application Link
Built weather application using Spring Boot and integrated REST API for real-time weather data. Implemented REST client to fetch and process JSON responses efficiently. Improved backend development skills including API integration and structured application design. EDUCATION
B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Sri Venkateswara University College of Engineering, Tirupati (GPA: 8.31/10)
Jul '22 — Jun '26
Tirupati, India
Intermediate, Sri Chaitanya Junior College, Kurnool Jun '20 — May '22 Kurnool, India
Percentage: 97.5%
SSC(X), Sri Uma Madhava School Jun '19 — Mar '20
Kurnool, India
Percentage: 98.6%
CERTIFICATIONS
Java Programming, Infosys Spring Board
Spring Boot, Infosys Spring Board
Python, HackerRank
SQL, HackerRank