Intro
My name is Christopher Mizell, I am a backend software engineer from San Francisco Bay Area.
My interest in programming began for me at the age of 16. High school I enrolled in an AP Computer Science class where I got to learn Java and OOP. Having experience with the hardware side of computers, finding out that I have a passion for debugging and programming is what led me to major in Computer Science in college. During college I worked multiple full time jobs to build real world experience with people, the ability to help and serve others kept me focused to finish my education in the form of App Academy. Since graduating from App Academy, I worked as a full stack software developer at TalenGen, a startup based in Berkely California. Check out some of my projects I created, and more information about my professional experience.
Work
TalenGen
TalenGen is a centralized platform the connects students, universities, and employers in Malaysia.
At TalenGen I was the first software engineer to be employed by the CTO and CEO, Anderson Lam and Mia How. Most of my accomplishments and responsiblities are:
Developed dynamic and responsive web applications using JavaScript and React, leveraging component-based architecture
to enhance user experience and streamline workflows.
Implemented backend functionality utilizing MongoDB, Mongoose, and Express, ensuring efficient data storage, retrieval,
and manipulation to support application requirements.
Collaborated closely with the CTO to align development efforts with strategic objectives, providing valuable insights and
recommendations to drive product innovation and optimization
Contributed to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and design to implementation, testing, and
deployments, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions that meet or exceed company’s expectations.
TalenGen gave me the opportunity to gain inside professional knowledge of the industry, while showing me a passion for working in fast, startup like environments.
Quizlr
Quizlr is a Quizlet inspired clone, where users can create new quizzes and create flashcards to study.
Application built using, Javascript / React / React-Redux frontend, PostgreSQL database, Python / SQLAlchemy / Flask backend.
Quizlr Project links: Project link, Github Repo
Vapor
Vapor is a pixel perfect clone of Steamgames, where users can create new game listings, purchase games, review games
Application built using, Javascript / React / React-Redux frontend, PostgreSQL database with AWS S3 integration, Python / SQLAlchemy / Boto3 / Flask backend.
Vapor Project links: Project link, Github Repo
Vinyl
Vinyl is a Medium inspired clone, where users can create post, leave comments on post, like post, and follow other users.
Application built using, Javascript / HTML5 / CSS3 / PUG frontend, PostgreSQL database, and Javascript / Sequelize / Express.js backend. Hosted on Render
Vinyl Project links: Project link, Github Repo
OnlySounds
OnlySounds is a Soundcloud inspired music application, where users can upload music, listen to music, and review other music on the platform.
Application built using, Javascript / React / React-Redux frontend, PostgreSQL database, and Javacript / Sequelize / Express.js backend.
OnlySounds Project links: Project link, Github Repo