My main responsibility entailed conceptualizing, designing, and building a chat bot using the advanced AI language model, ChatGPT. This chat bot was specifically crafted to enable user interactions within the widely-used communication platform, Slack.

The project resulted in several noteworthy accomplishments. These include the development of a fully operational proof of concept chat bot, serving as a compelling demonstration of ChatGPT’s capabilities in automating interactions within a business setting. The incorporation of text-to-speech functionality notably boosted user engagement and accessibility. Additionally, the successful integration of the chat bot into Slack underscored its adaptability to pre-existing communication tools. Furthermore, favorable feedback received during user testing confirmed the bot’s effectiveness in providing information and assistance. This experience illustrated my proficiency in harnessing AI technology to generate valuable solutions, highlighting the potential for similar AI-driven chat bots to enhance communication and operational efficiency in corporate environments.

Lead Engineer for Smile Direct Club’s flagship project, I was responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of REST APIs using Django and Python. I also utilized my expertise in Nuxt.js and Vue.js to develop the front-end user interface. Additionally, I managed a team of developers using Kanban methodology, ensuring that the project was delivered on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Developed REST APIs and API development using Django and Python.
• Created front-end user interface using Nuxt.js and Vue.js.
• Utilized PostgreSQL for database management.
• Managed a team of developers using scrum and kanban methodologies.
• Designed and implemented features for the flagship project.
• Conducted code reviews and provided technical guidance to team members.
• Ensured code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Communicated project progress to stakeholders.
• Delivered the project on time and within budget.

I was responsible for designing and implementing data pipelines using a variety of technologies, including Amazon Elastic MapReduce (EMR), Docker, and Kubernetes. I also utilized my expertise in Snowflake, AWS Lambda, and AWS CDK to manage and migrate data across various sources. Additionally, I was responsible for writing complex SQL queries and Python scripts to transform and load data from disparate sources.

Responsibilities:

• Designed and implemented data pipelines using Amazon EMR, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Utilized Snowflake to manage and store data from various sources.
• Developed AWS Lambda functions and used AWS CDK to manage infrastructure.
• Conducted data migration across various sources, ensuring data integrity.
• Wrote complex SQL queries and Python scripts to transform and load data.
• Worked with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and accuracy.
• Utilized best practices for data engineering, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Designed and implemented data models for new and existing data sources.
• Monitored and optimized data pipelines for performance and efficiency.
• Collaborated with data analysts and data scientists to develop insights from data.

As a Full Stack Developer at Stan Winston School of Character Arts, I played a crucial role in the development and maintenance of the school’s web platform. I utilized my expertise in Django, Django REST Framework, Celery, React.js, and Redux to deliver new features and improve the platform’s user experience.

Responsibilities:

• Developed new API endpoints for the web platform, allowing for better data retrieval and management.
• Improved the checkout process by developing new features and updating UI components, resulting in an increase in completed transactions.
• Integrated Braintree into the backend, ensuring secure and reliable payment processing for users.
• Developed new Celery tasks to enable asynchronous processing of tasks, improving overall performance and scalability of the platform.
• Redesigned the landing page, resulting in a more modern and visually appealing frontend interface.
• Maintained and optimized the platform’s backend, including database management and server configuration.