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Kai Hedrick

@kaihedrick

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Entry-level Software Developer with expertise in full-stack development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment that fosters growth, innovation, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects.

I am an entry-level Software Developer specializing in full-stack development and AI/ML integration. My experience includes designing and deploying cloud-based, microservice-driven applications, where I leverage Agile methodologies to ensure efficient project lifecycle management. I am passionate about creating innovative solutions that are both scalable and high-performing.

Throughout my academic and project experiences, I have developed a strong foundation in various programming languages and frameworks, including Java, C#, and React. My recent projects, such as the kAIble iOS App, showcase my ability to integrate AI-assisted workflows and real-time communication systems, delivering impactful results. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to contribute my skills to a dynamic team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

kAIble iOS App Developer

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Emerge Consulting

May 2025 - Present (3 months)

Developed a BART-based language model to generate structured Bible verse summaries and devotionals, implementing custom token training with Hugging Face Transformers for theological formatting. Exported to Core ML for on-device, offline AI inference integrated with iOS 18, optimizing performance for Apple Silicon with instant, tap-to-summarize functionality.

BART Core ML IOS 18 Apple Silicon

Senior Capstone Project Lead

Grand Canyon University

Sep 2024 - Present (11 months)

Led the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for DevHive, including requirements, design, and risk management. Built a React frontend with an ASP.NET RESTful API in an N-Layer architecture, integrating real-time messaging, sprint tracking, and task management with MySQL and Firebase.

React ASP.NET RESTful APIs MySQL Firebase AWS EC2 AWS S3 CI CD

IT Help Desk Technician

Grand Canyon University

Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Provided technical support via phone, email, and in-person, resolving hardware and software issues for university staff and students. Conducted remote desktop troubleshooting to reduce downtime and improve productivity, while managing and documenting service tickets to ensure accurate issue resolution records.

Technical Support Troubleshooting Hardware Software Ticketing Systems

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science, Software Development

Grade: 3.3

Activities and societies: GCU Club Baseball (Pitcher), GCU Esports

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Software Development, focusing on application security, cloud computing, algorithms, and database design. Gained expertise in web application development and programming languages like Java and C#.