Said Alhefny
@saidalhefny
I build open-source desktop applications and systems tools across Python, Java, and C/C++.
Saudi ArabiaWhat I'm looking for
I've built and published six desktop applications and systems tools on GitHub, including HFTScanner, a modular C/C++ project with a CMake build system released under the MIT license. My work spans Python, Java, and C/C++, from finance and crypto backtesting tools to file automation utilities.
I'm currently freelancing independently while completing Harvard's CS50. I'm drawn to open source and want to build a long-term engineering career contributing to widely used software such as Ubuntu.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Software Developer
Independent / Upwork
Jan 2026 - Present (8 months)
Independently sourcing, scoping, and delivering software projects for clients over 6 months as a freelance developer. Built and maintain a public GitHub portfolio of 6 shipped desktop applications and tools.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Harvard University
Certificate, Computer Science
Currently completing CS50: Introduction to Computer Science via edX.
American Islamic School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Earned a High School Diploma from the American Islamic School in Canada.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Saudi ArabiaAuthorized to work in
Website
XcharizardY.github.ioPortfolio
github.com/XcharizardYJob categories
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