Karen Chirindo

As a driven and technically proficient software engineering student, I am passionate about creating innovative solutions and eager to secure an entry-level position where I can apply my academic knowledge and project experience to real-world challenges. I am particularly interested in contributing to cutting-edge projects in software development, cybersecurity, or data science, where I can leverage my skills to make a meaningful impact.

E-commerce Website for Online Gadget Store

• Description: Developed a fully functional e-commerce website to support an online gadget store. Integrated payment gateways and implemented user authentication for secure transactions.
• Technologies Used: HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, PayPal API.
• Outcome: The website streamlined the sales process, increased customer engagement, and contributed to a 20% increase in monthly sales.

• Description: Created a web application to manage inventory for a local store, featuring real-time updates and an algorithm to apply discounts on items nearing expiration.
• Technologies Used: Java, Spring Boot, MySQL, JavaScript.
• Outcome: Improved stock management efficiency, reduced expired product losses by 15%, and enhanced reporting accuracy.

• Description: Built a real-time chat application for peer-to-peer communication with secure login and user registration features. The app allows users to create chat rooms and exchange messages instantly.
• Technologies Used: Java WebSocket, JSR 356 API, Java Servlets, HTML/CSS.
• Outcome: Successfully supported up to 100 concurrent users and provided a smooth real-time chat experience.

• Description: Developed an Android mobile booking app for students to reserve study spaces and resources in the university hub. Integrated SQLite for local data storage and real-time notification features.
• Technologies Used: Android Studio, SQLite, Java, Firebase (for notifications).
• Outcome: Increased efficiency of the student booking process by 40% and reduced manual scheduling conflicts.

• Description: Designed and developed a static website for a company specializing in camera installations. Used the company’s business cards and flyers to craft an online presence.
• Technologies Used: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Visual Studio.
• Outcome: Created a professional, visually appealing site that boosted the company’s digital footprint and improved client inquiries.

• Description: Developed an automated task scheduler that allows users to create, edit, and manage tasks with reminders. The app includes a dashboard that categorizes tasks based on priority.
• Technologies Used: Python, Django, PostgreSQL, JavaScript.
• Outcome: Reduced users' task management time by 25% and improved productivity tracking for small businesses.

• Description: Part of a team that developed a student hub booking system aimed at streamlining resource bookings at Eduvos. Added features like split bookings, peer review systems, and admin oversight.
• Technologies Used: Java, Spring Boot, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, MySQL.
• Outcome: Improved transparency and access to resources for students and faculty, making the booking process more equitable.