New York City Metropolitan Area
Email: [email protected] Medium: usman-ahmad-tech-talks.medium.com I'm an accomplished software engineer with a relentless passion for crafting innovative solutions and overcoming complex technical challenges. Over the past 3 years, I've woven my journey through the rich tapestry of the tech world, leaving an indelible mark on projects across various industries. Technical Expertise: Full-Stack Mastery: My journey spans front-end finesse with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, alongside back-end expertise in Python, Django, Node.js, and Express.js. Cloud and DevOps Excellence: I'm wellfamiliar with AWS, using Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Ansible for cloud-native solutions and efficient infrastructure management. Data-Driven Insights: Databases like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis enable data-driven applications, while Spark and Elasticsearch provide actionable insights. Agile Leadership: Agile methodologies drive my leadership, aided by JIRA and Trello for collaboration and high-quality software delivery. Innovation at the Core: I tackle intricate challenges, optimize performance with Redis, enhance security through OWASP best practices, and explore technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain. Lifelong Learning: I invest in continuous learning through certifications, with platforms like Coursera and edX keeping me up-to-date. Entrepreneurial Ventures: I'm an entrepreneur, with experience in startups and mentoring. My guidance spans tech and business strategy. I'm eager to leverage my skills and technology expertise to embrace new opportunities. Whether it's shaping mission-critical systems, leading teams, or fostering innovation, I'm dedicated to achieving exceptional results and shaping a future empowered by technology. Feel free to connect, and let's explore how we can drive transformative solutions together.
• Engineered a custom force-sensitive slipper insole comprising a microcontroller, load sensors, amplifier modules, and an axis accelerometer gyroscope module to accurately detect foot pressure at various points • Developed a React Native mobile app for real-time data collection, incorporating functionalities like real-time data recording, data storage in Google Cloud Firestore to be fed to machine learning models via a Node.Js backend, microcontroller connectivity checks, and data visualization for collected data
• Provided exceptional tech support to students, staff, and faculty, addressing various hardware and software issues, ensuring uninterrupted access to technology and fostering an optimal learning environment. • Led and inspired a team of student consultants, elevating their performance and productivity. Conducted comprehensive training sessions on key software products used by Colgate, resulting in a 20% increase in user proficiency and reduced support requests. • Organized engaging team-building sessions, cultivating a collaborative work environment that improved response time to user inquiries by 25%
• Analyzed deals regarding the origination and execution of a range of financial advisory and capital raising services to corporate and institutional clients working with a full-time analyst • Summarized market activity on a weekly basis to facilitate production of monthly research reports that were used to advise clients on investment decisions
Worked with the Director of Finance in this multi-national company, assisting with designing purchase and sales reports, and general book keeping.