Hi, I'm Isha.

A developer who likes making things for the web.

About Me

Hello! I'm a software developer based out of Calgary, AB passionate about building elegant solutions through code and creativity. With over two years of hands-on experience in full-stack development, I bring a well-rounded mix of technical and soft skills alongside a keen eye for details to every project I undertake.

Having graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, I have had the opportunity to work on diverse projects in my career so far ranging from e-commerce platforms to data-driven dashboards and web applications.

I prioritize clean and efficient code practices, test-driven development, and agile methodologies to deliver high-quality software solutions. I specialize in building web applications, APIs, and user interfaces using technologies such as Bootstrap, JavaScript (React, Angular), Java (Spring Framework), Python, WordPress and databases like MySQL and MongoDB.

I'm a lifelong learner who is constantly improving my skillset and learning best practices to stay at the forefront of the software landscape. Beyond technical skills, I value effective communication, teamwork and a user-centric approach in building meaningful and impactful software products.

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Experience

My Career Journey So Far

Enrolled in the Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science Program

September 2016

Started 5-year program (4 years of study, 1 year internship) at the University of Calgary. Participated in the Women in Computer Science club and volunteered at a local non-profit while studying.
DevOps & Application Monitoring Co-op

September 2019 - April 2020

Worked at a large Canadian retail corporation as a co-op student on the DevOps & Application Monitoring team. Tasks involved data exploration, dashboards, user tool support, application monitoring, reporting, documentation and automation.
Community Engagement Coordinator & Frontend Developer

May 2020 - September 2021

Operated as a Community Engagement Coordinator and IT Professional for a local non-profit organization. Helped organize and run community events, coordinate teams of volunteers, liaise with key contacts and stakeholders and assist with organizational website migration efforts.
Graduated From the University of Calgary

November 2021

Graduated with a GPA of 3.4.
Courses Taken: Programming (Java, Python, C, C++, ARM Assembly), Data Structures & Algorithms, Programming Paradigms, Operating Systems, Cryptography, Networking, Security, Data Visualization, Computability, Communications, Business Entrepreneurship, Business Law, Software Development and Advanced Programming Techniques (version control, machine learning, inspection, refactoring, etc.)
IT Associate

November 2021 - November 2023

Helped develop and test API for an e-commerce product as an IT Associate at a large multinational IT & Business Consulting corporation. Other tasks included internal tool development, demoing new product ideas and documentation.
Contract SEO Analyst

April 2024

Assisting a local Calgarian-owned business with their SEO efforts.

Skills

My Technical Strengths

Python

High-level programming language that emphasizes clean code and readability.
Projects: Backend for health network app, Data visualization (Plotly)

Java

Class-based object-oriented programming language that emphasizes minimal implementation dependencies.
Projects: E-commerce platform (Spring framework), Object serializer

C

Widely used general-purpose programming language that represents CPU capabilities.
Projects: Server-client network application, Data transfer distribution system

JavaScript

Core Web programming language/technology used for client-side behaviour.
Projects: Fitness mobile app, Portfolio, Employee manager app (Angular)

Bootstrap

Open-source CSS framework that aims for responsive front-end development.
Projects: Portfolio, Animation (city night scrolling, sun rays, screens)

MS Azure

Cloud computing platform developed by Microsoft.
Certification: Microsoft Certified - Azure Fundamentals (Sep 2023)

MS Office

Family of client software, server software and services developed by Microsoft.
Experienced In: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access

WordPress

Open-source Web content management system (CMS).
Projects: Non-profit website migration, non-profit website front-end development

Jira

Atlassian propriety product used for issue tracking and project management.
Tasks: Internal user issue resolutions, ticket management for company projects

Confluence

Atlassian propriety web-based corporate wiki product.
Tasks: Company tool documentation, business processes documentation

ServiceNow

Cloud computing platform used for managing enterprise digital workflows.
Tasks: User issue resolution with tools, workflow for tasks related to managed tools