Massa Sakou

. MASSA SAKOU Burnaby, BC, CA / -/ - / LinkedIn SUMMARY Analytical Developer completed Front-End Web Developer (FWD) certificate program from British Columbia Institute of Technology, Burnaby, BC; well-prepared to excel in a role as “Front-End Web Developer”. Capable of developing interactive, responsive websites and web applications using various programming languages (HTML, CSS/SASS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue with deep knowledge of Jest and Mocha). Poised for managing software development lifecycle, including software testing, and debugging, designing scalable, testable code, and building user interfaces. Skilled in ensuring seamless coordination and delivery of software projects on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction. Active problem-solver and trouble-shooter, uncovering root causes of complex issues via innovative solutions. Innate ability to coordinate closely with diverse technical teams to attain collective goals and shared visions. Technical Proficiencies (SKILLS) Programming Languages: HTML/CSS; JavaScript; PHP/MySQL Frameworks and Libraries: React, Angular, Vue, jQuery. CSS processors: SASS, Tailwind, Gulp, Material UI Testing/Debugging: Mocha, Jasmine, Jest Content Management Systems: WordPress, Shopify Responsive and Mobile Design UX/UI Design Principles Designs tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Figma, In-Vision, Sketch, Canva Version Control/Git, Command Line, GitHub Browser Developer Tools Web Performance Search Engine Optimization EDUCATION Front-End Web Developer Certificate British Columbia Institute of Technology, • Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada • 2023 Bachelor's Degree es Art (Multidisciplinary Studies) Laval University • Quebec City, Quebec, Canada • 2019 WEB DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS Secure Database Administration Interface (PHP Project): (Link: https://massas.sg-host.com/php-administrator-database/index.php ) BCIT • April 2023 - April 2023 Designed and implemented a secure web application to manage the 'students' table in the 'bcit' database, offering comprehensive administrative functionalities including viewing, adding, editing, and deleting records, hence improving data management efficiency. Developed the central 'index.php' page, exhibiting the entire 'students' table in an intuitive HTML layout. Enhanced user interaction with the inclusion of 'Add Student', 'Delete', and 'Update' actions directly associated with each student record, contributing to a streamlined administrative experience. Engineered distinct scripts to handle fundamental database operations, including a form for student record addition, a confirmation prompt for record deletion, and a pre-populated form for updating existing student data, demonstrating robust CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) capabilities. Incorporated efficient script behavior, ensuring users are redirected back to the main page after each operation to view updated table status. Integrated user feedback to enhance the user experience by providing confirmation messages after successful operations or informative error messages when necessary. Emphasized secure coding practices, including thorough form data validation and protection against SQL injection attacks. Utilized PHP sessions for maintaining important data across multiple pages, thereby ensuring data integrity and secure user experience throughout the application. Movie Database Application (link: ​​https://massas.sg-host.com/vite-movie-app ) BCIT • May 2023 - May 2023 Project Development: Developed a comprehensive Movie App as an individual project using React. This application incorporates a user-friendly interface with multiple pages including a Home Page, About Page, Individual Movie Page, and a My Favourites Page. Responsive Design: Ensured the application is fully mobile responsive, accommodating screen sizes ranging from 320px to 1980px. Consistent application navigation, text readability, element alignment, and spacing between elements are incorporated for an optimal user experience. API Integration: Utilized the Movie DB API to source movie data, providing real-time and accurate information to users. Rigorously ensured the secure handling of API keys and confidentiality in line with industry best practices. Local Storage Functionality: Implemented a feature that uses the browser's local storage to store user preferences for their favorite movies. This feature is utilized in the "My Favourites" page to offer a tailored user experience. Project Delivery and Collaboration: Successfully built the project using the Create React App build script, uploaded it to the portfolio server, and submitted a link to the application on the Learning Hub. Effectively managed and shared development files for efficient collaboration and learning. Headless WordPress App – React Version (link: ​​https://massas.sg-host.com/wp-react/ ) BCIT • June 2023 - June 2023 Constructed an innovative, Headless WordPress Application using React, demonstrating a modern, decoupled CMS approach that bridges a dynamic frontend with a sturdy WordPress backend, improving the application's flexibility and performance. Skillfully integrated WordPress's REST API to fetch diverse data sets for different site components. This includes fetching page content, author's names, blog posts, featured images, and more, ensuring a dynamic and engaging user experience. Implemented user-centric features to enhance site navigation and engagement. These include a forward navigation link for sequential blog post browsing, and a real-time display of the blog author's name, delivering a more interactive and reader-friendly interface. Developed bespoke components for 'Works' and 'Services' sections of the website. These components fetch and exhibit relevant content such as Title, Featured Image, Content, and Work Category for 'Works' and service post titles and content for 'Services', demonstrating proficiency in handling diverse data sets and UI requirements. Effectively managed end-to-end project deployment, right from development to hosting the React application on a live server. The capability to produce a comprehensive set of development files for evaluation underscores my expertise in future-proof development practices and readiness to undertake similar advanced React projects. Portfolio Website (Headless CMS approach with WordPress and React) (link: ​​) BCIT • July 2023 - in progress For this project, a professional portfolio website was built using a headless CMS approach with WordPress and React. The WordPress database file, custom WordPress theme folder, and all React/JS output files were submitted for evaluation: Constructed a professional portfolio website using a headless CMS approach with WordPress and React, containing at least three detailed digital project descriptions. These descriptions included thumbnails, screenshots, a project description, and an enumeration of the tools/skills used. The site also featured personal details and contact information, including links to professional social media accounts. Designed a robust, user-friendly information architecture and navigation structure, which facilitated findability, searchability, and functionality. The navigation included components such as global and local navigation, utility navigation, breadcrumbs, filters, related links, and footers. Incorporated a unique logo, name, or wordmark and a favicon for personal branding. The design of the website was consistent, professional, and leveraged effective use of white space and easily readable text. Developed the site using a mobile-first approach, adhering to best practices and modern web standards. The code was clean, efficient, and DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) with all unused code and files removed. Optimized the site for performance, including optimized images and files, usage of 'aria' and 'alt' attributes for accessibility, keyboard/tab navigation, and SEO-friendly meta tags and URLs. After completion, provided temporary admin access to the WordPress admin interface for evaluation before revoking access once grading was finalized. Shopify Store (Online Store) (link: https://onlinestroredemo.myshopify.com/ ) BCIT • June 2023 - June 2023 Developed an online e-commerce store utilizing Shopify as a platform, focusing on providing a seamless shopping experience for customers and efficient inventory management for the store. Implemented multiple product variants, gift card systems, and categorized collections, enhancing the store's product organization and making it easy for customers to find and purchase items. Expanded the store's functionality and performance through the integration of relevant Shopify apps, improving store operations and customer service. Set up tax, shipping, and discount rules according to business requirements to ensure accurate financial transactions. Also tested the checkout process across different scenarios for quality assurance. Personalized the store's aesthetics and layout using a Shopify theme, and CSS customizations, and added unique features like a contact form and testimonial section, elevating the user interface and overall customer experience. WooCommerce Store (Online Store) (link: https://massas.sg-host.com/woostore ) BCIT • June 2023 - June 2023 Developed an advanced WooCommerce e-commerce store with integrated product cross-sell and upsell features, creating a sophisticated shopping experience that encourages increased basket size. Implemented a content & design strategy that included categorized products, custom WooCommerce widgets, and homepage personalization using the Block Editor, to enhance site aesthetics and user experience. Established precise e-commerce settings, including the restriction of sales to specific countries, the creation of bespoke shipping zones, and the incorporation of multiple payment gateways in sandbox mode for safe testing. Deployed three distinct WooCommerce extensions to introduce new functionalities such as saving products for later purchase, customizable product options (warranty and engraving), and a subscription-based product offering, improving customer engagement and potentially boosting revenue. Executed code enhancements for displaying product ratings and categories in strategic locations on the site and completed a successful migration of the site to a live server, ensuring that the e-commerce platform operates smoothly and securely in a real-world environment. Mindset (WordPress Site) (Link: https://massas.sg-host.com/mindeset/ ) BCIT • May 2023 - May 2023 Completed a robust WordPress site design with integrated social media menus and custom sidebar enhancements, significantly improving the website's functionality and user navigation experience. Implemented advanced image cropping techniques to optimize blog post visual appeal, increased the display of recent posts, and integrated a dynamic date display feature to keep content fresh and engaging. Enhanced site transparency and user trust by incorporating a privacy policy page, and increased user engagement through the development of a Block Editor Template for the Contact page, including a functional contact form and dynamic Advanced Custom Fields (ACF). Introduced a Service Custom Post Type with customized field groups and implemented in-page navigation for improved user experience, and integrated taxonomy for categorization and organized display of services. Leveraged advanced WordPress features to include a Scroll to Top functionality, the integration of a secondary Google Font for improved aesthetics, and SVG icons for a seamless user experience. Additionally, ensure responsive web design for optimal viewing across different devices. CERTIFICATIONS Leadership Certification Peak Leadership program BCIT Student Association • 2023 The Peak Leadership program has enriched my leadership capabilities and interpersonal skills, which are essential for successful performance in any professional environment: Experiential Learning: The program focused on experiential learning, providing me with first-hand experience in leadership situations. This enables me to tackle real-world challenges effectively and apply the lessons learned to practical situations in the workplace. Leadership Skills: The program emphasized the development of leadership skills through workshops, seminars, and practical challenges. These have equipped me with the essential tools to guide and inspire teams toward achieving common goals. Personal Strengths Analysis: Through the personal strengths analysis, I identified my top five Clifton strengths. Understanding these strengths has helped me to capitalize on them in my professional life, enhancing my efficiency and productivity. Team Projects: My participation in team projects allowed me to practice and hone my team leadership skills. This has instilled in me the importance of effective communication, collaboration, and the ability to negotiate different personalities and work styles. Certified Peak Leader: Earning the BCITSA micro-credential, "Certified Peak Leader," illustrates my commitment to personal and professional development. This certification attests to my ability to lead and manage effectively in a professional setting. WORK EXPERIENCE Front-End Web Developer BCIT January 2023 – July 2023, Burnaby, BC • Learned the foundational languages of the web to develop visually appealing and interactive websites. Explored popular front-end frameworks like React or Angular to streamline web development and enhance efficiency. Obtained a deep understanding of creating intuitive and user-friendly interfaces to enhance the overall user experience. Familiarized with fundamental design principles and componentization to create visually appealing websites • Gained knowledge of version control systems like Git, enabling efficient collaboration, and tracking of code changes. Customer Service Associate La Maison Simons October 2022 - Present, West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Serving as a Sales Associate at Park Royal South, British Columbia, delivering exceptional customer service and exhibiting a strong understanding of fashion trends for diverse clientele. Versatile role management in different departments including merchandise handling and product display organization. Proven ability to understand and execute tasks efficiently, recognized by peers and supervisors, aiding in smooth operations during peak sales periods and reducing customer wait times. Delivered personalized customer service that significantly enhanced customer satisfaction, evidenced by positive customer testimonials. Maintained a consistent focus on delivering an exceptional customer experience and significantly contributing to store success. Demonstrated commitment to service excellence and operational efficiency, making a lasting impact on the company. Security Guard, Bilingual (English /French) Garda-World, CBC February 2022 - February 2023, Vancouver, BC, CA Bilingual Customer Service: Leveraging my bilingual abilities in English and French, I provided superior customer service. My role involved managing queries and complaints and facilitating effective communication between diverse parties. Access Control: I managed the access control, ensuring that only authorized personnel could enter the premises. This entailed careful monitoring of entrances and exits and a high level of vigilance to maintain safety. Report Writing and Incident Escalation: I was responsible for logging daily activities and writing comprehensive reports of incidents. In the event of security breaches or issues, I escalated reports to the relevant authorities or departments promptly. Car Parking and Package Handling: Besides internal security, I handled car parking duties, managing the flow and organization of vehicles to prevent congestion. Furthermore, I managed package handling, ensuring the correct delivery and receipt of parcels. CCTV Monitoring: I diligently monitored CCTV feeds, identifying any unusual activities or potential security threats, and took necessary action to maintain the security integrity of the premises. Receptionist Volunteer ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel January 2021 - January 2022, San Diego, CA, US Kitchen Hand: I assisted in preparing and serving meals. This entailed everything from meal planning and prep work to cleaning up after the meals. Party Promoter: I played an active role in organizing and promoting the hostel's social activities and parties, creating a fun and vibrant atmosphere for guests. Housekeeping: My responsibilities also extended to housekeeping, where I helped in maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the hostel. This included changing bed linens and performing general cleaning duties. Reception Duties: I assisted with check-ins and check-outs, providing guests with friendly and efficient service. Additionally, I was available to address any queries or issues they had during their stay. Activity Organizer: I also planned and conducted activities for guests, aiming to create enjoyable and memorable experiences. This involved leveraging the beach location to organize surfing lessons and beachside events.