Derek Ochal
@derekochal
Full Stack Developer comfortable with web app development in Agile environment.
ZimbabweWhat I'm looking for
I am a Full Stack Developer with a strong foundation in web application development, particularly in Agile environments. My experience includes utilizing frameworks such as Spring Boot, AngularJS, and ReactJS to create efficient and user-friendly applications. I thrive in fast-paced settings where I can align my growth with project goals, ensuring high-quality results.
At Western Union, I have successfully built micro-services with RESTful APIs, enhancing the reliability of our networks. My role also involves creating front-end servers and conducting thorough unit testing to ensure seamless integration. I am dedicated to documenting my efforts and sharing knowledge with my team through platforms like Jira and Confluence, fostering transparency and collaboration.
My journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where I honed my skills in various programming languages and frameworks. I am passionate about continuous learning and applying my knowledge to solve complex problems, as demonstrated in my projects like the Tetris Bot and Message Dashboard.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Full Stack Developer
Western Union
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
As a Full Stack Developer at Western Union, I utilized the Spring Boot framework to build micro-services with RESTful APIs, enhancing network reliability. I developed front-end servers using AngularJS and TypeScript, and implemented version control with GitLab. My role also involved creating unit tests with JUnit and Jest, and documenting efforts in Jira and Confluence.
Software Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services
Feb 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year 4 months)
As a Software Engineer at Tata Consultancy Services, I automated API testing using Java with the Cucumber framework and SoapUI. I troubleshot a banking web application and created test data for sanity and regression tests, adhering to sprint schedules.
Project Developer
Message Dashboard
May 2024 - Present (1 year)
Created a web application using the Angular framework to display messages from the backend. Implemented components, services, and API orchestration using Spring Boot.
Full Stack Developer
AcvTrak
Jun 2022 - Sep 2022 (3 months)
In my contract position as a Full Stack Developer at AcvTrak, I updated and debugged a web application using ReactJS and AngularJS frameworks, along with C#. This role required a strong understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies.
Project Developer
Tetris Bot
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Developed an AI player for Tetris using Python and the PyAutoGUI library, focusing on creating an intelligent agent for gameplay.
Intern
Infosys
Jul 2019 - Aug 2019 (1 month)
During my internship at Infosys, I developed a program to manage database access, incorporating UI, controller, JDBC, and RDBMS components. I researched and utilized HTML, RESTful APIs, Spring Boot, and MySQL Server.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UCUniversity of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2016 - 2020
Grade: 3.12/4.00
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, focusing on software development, algorithms, and data structures. Achieved a GPA of 3.12/4.00.
MCMoraine Valley Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Business Administration
2015 - 2017
Earned an Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration, covering essential business principles and practices.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ZimbabweAuthorized to work in
Website
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