Pila Louis Asombo
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Professional Summary and Objective
I am a fullstack Software developer with 2+ years of experience in the implementation of web applications. I have
experience with all stages of software development life cycle, and adequate knowledge of languages/technologies such
as Python, PHP, Javascript, Groovy on Grails, MySQL, Postgres, HTML, etc. I also have experience working with
frameworks such as React, Flask, Laravel, Bootstrap, Semantic UI, etc. I have experience with tools such as git, aws. I
am a passionate software engineer and take pride in my ability to quickly master new skills/technologies.
Education
Computer Science, BSc
Oct 2014 — July 2018
University of Buea
Relevant Coursework: Web Technologies and Application, Python, Relational Database Design, Data Structure and
Algorithm, Software engineering, Calculus.
Work experience
Chatdesk Inc, New York
Nov 2019 — Present
Software Engineer
Implemented a self-service functionality for customers to onboard and start using Trends with little assistance from
a chatdesk staff. This module to sends a notification mail when a new customer successfully sign up.
Implemented a feature that makes it impossible for users on free plan to access certain features of the system.
Improved the query to get total message counts in the system.
Clearly and regularly communicate with management.
Adapt quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced Agile environment.
Leveraged Skills:
Groovy on Grails, React, Software engineering, Git, TDD (Test Driven Development), Requirement Analysis, Object
Oriented Programming (OOP).
Udacity, Inc, Mountain View, California
Nov, 2018 — Present
Mentor and Code Reviewer (Consultant)
Offer one-on-one technical support to students taking the Full stack and Intro to programming Nanodegree via chat
and video calls.
Ensure that students receive feedback on their projects by providing constructive evaluations.
Provide reviews to help students improve their projects.
Muluh LLC, Doula
May 2019 — sept 2019
Software Engineer
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Implemented RESTful endpoints that allowed data exchange with the front-end. These include, search, admin
dashboard, etc.
Designed a website for the company to showcase their products
Served as the company's developer lead, meeting with the management to get a better understanding of the
system requirements.
Leveraged Skills:
Flask, MongoDB, React-Redux, API design, software engineering, Git, Requirement Analysis.
Genius Centers
June 2017 — Dec 2017
Software Engineer, Intern
Contributed to the development of an e-learning system(geniselab.com).
Mentored kids participating in the code for cop23 ( an international competition for kids.).
Taught computer programming. Interacted with other developers to provide quality work.
Leveraged Skills:
Moodle, Javascript, MySql, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS, Software Engineering
New Generation Technologies
July 2016 — sept 2016
Software Engineer, Intern
Contributed software engineering expertise in the development of an office management system through software
lifecycle, from requirements definition through successful deployment.
Interacted with other team members to provide quality teamwork.
Carried out black-box testing on scholar(school management system).
Presented daily report of work done and a powerpoint presentation at the end of each week.
Leveraged Skills:
Yii, HTML, Javascript, Software development.
Skills
Programming Languages, Frameworks and Technologies.
Python, React, Groovy on Grails, Flask, Laravel, Yii, Javascript, Postgres, HTML, CSS, PHP.
Software Engineering Concepts and Paradigms:
Object Oriented Programming, Relational database design, Unit and Integration Testing(TDD), Requirement Analysis,
RESTful API design
Services and Tools:
Git, Docker, AWS, DevOps
Personal Projects
Personal website: (For additional Information)
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Artist Booking Site(https://fyyurbooking.herokuapp.com/):
This is musical venue and artist booking site that facilitates the discovery and bookings of shows between local
performing artists and venues.
This site lets you list new artists and venues, discover them, and list shows with artists as a venue owner.
Utilized: flask, SqlAlchemy, Bootstrap.
Plagiarism Detector:
A plagiarism detector that examines an answer text file and performs binary classification; labeling that file as
either plagiarized or not, depending on how similar that text file is to a provided, source text.
Utilized:
School Admission System:
A school admission system that automate the admission of students into the University based on their secondary
grades.
Utilized: Laravel (PHP), MySQL, Bootstrap.
Courses
Full Stack Web Developer Nanodegree (Udacity)
Modern React with Redux (Udemy)
The Complete junior to Senior Web developer Road map (Udacity)
Intro to Programming Nanodegree (Udacity)
Activities
Njakacode(njaka.org), Co-founder and mentor, Sept 2016 - Present.
Facebook Developer's Circle Buea, Member, Dec 2017 - Present.
Google Developer Group Buea, Member, Dec 2015 - Present
University of Buea computer science association, Sports Coordinator, Jan 2017 - June 2018
ICT4KIDS, a summer coding bootcamp for kids, Organizer , July 2018 - Present.
References
On Request
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