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Derek Calabro

@derekcalabro

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Self-taught software developer with deep experience in iOS development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment where I can apply my skills, learn from experienced developers, and contribute to innovative projects.

I'm a self-taught software developer with extensive experience in Objective-C, C, and Python, honed through hands-on projects and community-driven contributions. My journey into software development began during high school, where I sparked an early interest in coding and technology. I have developed and maintained multiple iOS jailbreak tweaks under the alias DTCalabro, which are hosted on GitHub and have garnered attention from thousands of users.

One of my notable projects, ColorBar15, was my first publicly launched tweak, featured in several online articles. I released it on Christmas Day, providing active bug fix support during the holiday season. Additionally, I created PageDotsBeGone, a tweak designed to enhance user experience on iOS, and libDCWeather, a public weather framework that accesses and displays weather data via Apple’s internal framework. My commitment to open-source development and innovation drives me to seek an entry-level or internship opportunity where I can apply my skills and grow professionally within a development team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Secondary Machine Operator

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Barlow Metal Stamping

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Operated various press machines (kickpress, 10-ton, up to 100-ton) to produce small aerospace parts. Assisted with setup, cleanup, and shop maintenance as needed.

Machine Operation Quality Control Aerospace Manufacturing

Student Technician

Region 10 School District IT Department

May 2019 - Aug 2022 (3 years 3 months)

Delivered in-person tech support to students and staff across 2 district schools, assisting with 10-20+ hardware/software issues weekly and contributing to lab setups and district-wide device rollouts. Boosted setup and maintenance efficiency by 5x across labs, student devices, and staff devices by automating workﬂows with Arduino Uno HID scripts and Python tools—streamlining logins, BIOS settings

Installation Python Arduino PowerShell HTML CSS JavaScript IT Support Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CT State – Tunxis Campus

Associate of Science, Computer Science

Activities and societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Recipient of the Tunxis Foundation Academic Excellence Scholarship and a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Relevant coursework included Object-Oriented Programming Using Java I & II, Client-Side Web Development, Introduction to Database Design, Programming Logic & Design, Digital Design, Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science, and Calculus I & II.

Lewis S. Mills High School

High School Diploma, Computer Science

Completed Introduction to Python and AP Computer Science (JavaScript-based) courses. Supported peers and teachers due to advanced prior knowledge, sparking early interest in software development and beginning personal projects outside of class.