Sydney Porter
@sydneyporter
Creative junior software developer with three years of experience.
What I'm looking for
As a junior software developer with three years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with esteemed companies like General Electric Appliances and KYCombinator. My journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from the University of Louisville, where I honed my technical skills and developed a passion for creating innovative solutions. My experience as a software intern at General Electric Appliances allowed me to contribute to the development of top-load washers, where I implemented LED patterns to signal specific error messages, utilizing Git/GitHub for version control and adhering to Agile methodologies.
In addition to my technical expertise, I have a strong background in graphic design, which enhances my capabilities in UI/UX design. Currently, I serve as a STEM coach at BrainStem University, where I facilitate STEM learning for K–12 students. This role has further developed my adaptability and ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences. I am also actively involved in projects that leverage data processing and visualization, such as designing an interactive website that visualizes population density changes in Louisville, KY, utilizing technologies like NodeJS and AWS.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
STEM Coach
BrainStem University
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Facilitated STEM learning for K–12 students, through hands-on activities and guided problem-solving. Demonstrated adaptability, technical insight, and the ability to simplify complex concepts for varied audiences.
Student Developer
KYCombinator
Jan 2025 - May 2025 (4 months)
Designed and developed an interactive website visualizing population density changes in Louisville, KY from 1950 to 2020. Engineered data processing logic to handle U.S. Census Bureau data and dynamically generate map tiles for front-end rendering.
Software Intern
General Electric Appliances
May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)
Contributed to the development of top-load washers to develop LED patterns correlating to signal specific error messages. Employed Git/GitHub for version control and adhered to Agile methodologies to ensure code quality, team coordination, and development efficiency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Louisville
Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science
2021 -
Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science, gaining expertise in software development and computational principles. Engaged in coursework covering programming languages, data structures, and algorithms.
Christian Academy of Louisville
High School Diploma, General Studies
2018 - 2021
Completed secondary education, focusing on core academic subjects. Developed foundational knowledge across various disciplines.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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