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Hi, I'm Rahil Sharma, a passionate and versatile software engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Computing Science and Mathematics from Simon Fraser University, Canada.

I specialize in web development, data analysis, and machine learning. Feel free to browse my projects and contact me if you have any questions or would like to discuss a project.

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Education

  1. Simon Fraser University

    May 2019 — May 2023

    B.S. in Computing Science and Mathematics - Double Major

Experience

  1. Website.inc

    Software Engineer (Jan 2023 — Dec 2023)

    Vancouver, Canada

    ● Developed custom Website.inc themes tailored to client brand identity and product offerings, leveraging React, HTML/CSS, and Agile methodologies, including knowledge of ceremonies.
    ● Seamlessly integrated third-party APIs to extend platform functionalities.
    ● Applied SEO best practices to enhance product visibility, in conjunction with hands-on experience with No-SQL databases, particularly MongoDB.
    ● Collaborated closely with UI/UX designers to translate mockups into pixel-perfect, responsive front-end designs.
    ● Implemented a streamlined checkout process, resulting in a 25% reduction in cart abandonment and a 16% increase in overall conversion rates, while maintaining proficiency in CI/CD Azure DevOps Pipelines.
    ● Enhanced website performance by reducing page load time by 30% through image compression and code optimization, leading to a 10% decrease in bounce rates and improved SEO rankings.

  2. United Way British Columbia

    Student Researcher / Data Scientist (Jan 2022 — April 2022)

    Vancouver, Canada

    ● Utilized Python Pandas and implemented various Machine Learning Algorithms to conduct a comprehensive analysis of funding requirements for community service programs.
    ● Employed GeoPandas to create map visualizations, facilitating effective grant distribution to local agencies and minimizing service gaps within communities across BC.
    ● Provided valuable data-driven insights and recommendations, contributing to informed decision-making for optimizing funding allocation and increasing the overall impact.

  3. Simon Fraser University

    Peer Tutor (Jan 2020 — Oct 2020)

    Burnaby, Canada

    ● Served as a technical mentor and advisor to a diverse student cohort of more than 500 individuals, spanning multiple courses such as Python Programming, C++ Programming, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra and Calculus 1 and 2.
    ● Delivered personalized guidance and support to students, facilitating their comprehension of intricate concepts and enhancing their proficiency in fundamental Computing Science Courses.

Technical Skills

  1. Languages: Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, C/C++, Java, Kotlin, R, SQL, LaTeX

    Technologies: React, Django, Flask, React Native, Firebase, Figma, Git

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