Hi! I'm

Linah Al Jarad

A
Software Engineering student.

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About


A short insight into who I am!

Hi! My name is Linah Al Jarad and I'm currently a 4th year Software Engineering student at Western University. I completed a 16-month internship at IBM as a Software Developer where I gained experience in front-end development and UI/UX design, working with various programming languages and frameworks such as JavaScript, React, VueJS, and Python, and design tools such as Figma and Balsamiq.

My curiosity about technology pushed me to pursue Software Engineering as learning to notice different patterns when coding has always amazed me. I am deeply interested to know how things work and innovate something more efficient, especially as technology is always advancing.


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Experiences


Check out my Resume!

Work Experience

Software Developer Intern

May 2021 - August. 2022

IBM

  • Worked as part of an Agile tools team to build solutions and improve processes for a department of over 60 Content Designers who provide customers with the documentation content they need.
  • Re-architected an internal tool to include pagination in VueJS and Python, improving page load time by 60%.
  • Built a full-stack web application using React, NodeJS, and IBM Carbon Design System that served data to the front-end from JSON files, which is actively being used by Content Designers, while testing for bugs, speed, and documenting processes.
  • Mentored and on-boarded new intern and apprentice to the team by setting aside 1-on-1 time to train them on the team's major projects and processes, and continuously recommend learning resources to improve their software development skills.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering Science,

Software Engineering

Sept. 2018 - Apr. 2023

Western University

GPA: 3.8, Dean's Honour List (2019, 2020)

Relevant Courses:

  • Software Design
  • Algorithms and Data Structures
  • Web Technologies
  • Software Requirements & Analysis

Leadership Experience

Software Development Mentor

Oct. 2020 - April 2022

Women in Tech Society

  • Took ownership and act as the product manager of a year-long software project developed by my project team.
  • Checked in with mentees weekly and ensure they have the resources to hit their project deadlines.

LAMP 1.0 Mentor

Aug. 2020 - April 2021

Western University

  • Developed and maintain a mentoring relationship focused on helping new students make a smooth transition, acclimate to campus, and establish a sense of belonging.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and willingness to challenge and support new students.
  • Worked both independently and as part of a team with fellow LAMP mentors and mentees.

Engineering Student Ambassador

Jan. 2020 - August 2022

Western University

  • Represented Western Engineering by meeting prospective students, families, and special guests at events such as Fall and March Break Open Houses.
  • Promoted the Engineering program by informing the incoming students about what the Engineering department offers.
  • Displayed willingness to share information about Western Engineering's community, student life, and campus resources.

Skills


My technical skillset!

Technologies and Languages


JavaScript (NodeJS) Proficient
UI/UXCompetent
React Competent
Angular Competent
Git Familiar
VueJS Familiar
Python Familiar
SQL Familiar

Projects


Click on the logos for more details about the project!

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To-Do List

JavaScript HTML CSS React

A simple to-do list web application that records a list of goals that the user wishes to accomplish. Each item on the list can be edited and deleted to fit the user's preferences.

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iClinic

Java SQL JavaFX

A fully configurable GUI clinic portal developed to provide an interface for clinicians to efficiently automate their paper-based processes and maintain their accreditations.

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Space SHMUP Game

C# Unity

A space shoot'em up game developed using OOP and singleton design patterns where players can destroy enemies and collect powerups to advance to more difficult levels.

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MealCycle

JavaScript HTML Figma Android API

A beneficial application that allows restaurant owners to notify users about any excess meals that they have leftover near the end of the day to donate to them upon request.

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Rock Paper Scissors

JavaScript HTML CSS

An engaging web application game developed to compare and showcase the results of the choices: rock, paper, or scissors, selected by the user vs. computer.

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Portfolio Website

JavaScript HTML CSS Bootstrap JQuery

A user-friendly static web application built to showcase my relevant experiences, technical skills and software projects.

Contact


Let's get in touch!

lalhamou@uwo.ca



github.com/linahaljarad



linkedin.com/in/linah-al-jarad