Education
Information & Computer Systems Diploma
Camosun College
2023
Focused on application development, software design, security, networking, and more.
B.A. (Hons) - Applied Linguistics
University of Victoria
2013
Included classes on education, linguistics, and computer science. Completed my Honours Thesis on Computer Assisted Language Learning.
Professional Certificate in Asset Management
IPWEA & NAMS Canada
2020
Learning how to track, evaluate, and appraise assets.
CompTIA A+
CompTIA
2019
Covered the basics of computer systems and hardware.
ITIL 4 Foundation
Axelos
2019
Explored the ideologies and best practices centred around management of IT-related services.
Employment
Full Stack Developer
Ministry of Citizens' Services
Saanich, BC
2023/3 : Ongoing
- Developed frontend and backend solutions as scalable cloud-native applications
- Implemented repeatable automated processes for building, testing, documenting, and deploying
- Coordinated with team members to determine user requirements, project feasibility, and development strategy
Full Stack Project Analyst
Ministry of Citizens' Services
Saanich, BC
2022/5 : 2022/8
- Implemented testing framework to develop frontend and backend tests
- Created GitHub Actions workflows to automate testing, security scanning, and record results
- Containerized application to provide production-ready images as well as specialized images for portable developer environment
- Developed web applications using React and Node.js
- Worked with teams in an Agile environment
Engineering Assistant
City of Victoria
Victoria, BC
2021/5 : 2021/9
- Collecting and maintaining data on traffic patterns
- Working with specialized software to analyze and report on data trends
- Installing and operating traffic-monitoring devices
Technical Assistant
City of Victoria
Victoria, BC
2019/2 : 2020/12
- Creating spreadsheets, forms, documents, and graphical items
- Assessing and quantifying of City assets
- Utilizing tools such as Office, SharePoint, and Power Platform to create project solutions
Parking Ambassador
City of Victoria
Victoria, BC
2017/7 : 2019/2
- Identifying and enforcing parking-related infractions
- Educating the public and responding to inquiring
- De-escalating high-conflict scenarios
Adult Tutor
A&D Tutoring
Edmonton, AB
2015/10 : 2017/6
- Providing adults with education and job training
- Preparing one-on-one lessons and planning curricula
- Teaching ESL, Computers, Microsoft Office, GED, Math, English, and Customer Service
EFL Instructor
HESS International
Qidu, Taiwan
2014/7 : 2015/7
- Instructing students from ages 3-16 in English
- Planning lessons and applying existing curricula
Night Auditor
Hotel Zed
Victoria, BC
2013/4 : 2014/7
- Managing emergency situations
- Identifying and correcting discrepancies in guest accounts and transactions
- Using critical thinking to resolve issues with guests and computer systems
Video Timer
Dandelion Software Ltd.
Victoria, BC
2012/4 : 2012/9
- Using linguistic expertise to improve product quality
- Managing subtitle database and adding them to educational videos
- Identifying errors in translations and suggesting corrections
Awards
Jamie Cassels Undergraduate Research Award
University of Victoria
2013
Awarded to students with excellent academic standing who undertake a research project.
Dorothy and Ernest Ayton Memorial Scholarship
University of Victoria
2012
Awarded to academically outstanding students enrolled or continuing in Italian or Spanish courses.