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melissaveraherbst/README.md

👋 Hi, I'm Mel!

I started my career in the financial industry, where I gained extensive experience before transitioning into software development

💼 Skills & Experience

Technical Skills

Languages & Frameworks
Python (3.12), Node.js, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap 5

Databases & ORMs
MongoDB, Mongoose, PostgreSQL

API Development
FastAPI, Express.js

Frontend Development
Angular, NgRx

Microservices & Deployment
Docker

Project Management
Agile Methodologies, Scrum Master (courses in progress)

API Design & Tools
Swagger, NSwag

Data Automation (n8n)
Webhooks, HTTP Requests, Data Normalization/Mapping, CRM Integration (Directus, Monday.com)

Development Tools
Git, GitHub, Postman, Jira, Studio 3T

Soft Skills

A combination of skills I've acquired working in the finance and software development sectors:

  • Adaptability
  • Analytical Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Data Analysis
  • Leadership
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Risk Management
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management

🏆 Projects

My GitHub serves as a canvas where I store and showcase my favourite projects and course work stemming from immersive online courses. These projects and course material emphasize fundamental computer science concepts and web development technologies, including JavaScript frontand backend technolgies, SQL and NoSQL databases, and data structures and algorithms.

Here is a list of a few of my repositories containing my work:

  • Yelp Camp
    A capstone project that is by far my favourite and perhaps most complete full stack project so far. I have put a lot of effort into this project going above and beyond the scope of the project requirements.
  • JavaScript Data Structures and Algorithms
    A collection of code and notes from the JavaScript DS&A Course on Udemy by Colt Steele
  • Jammming
    A Spotify playlist manager.
  • Budget Envelopes API
    An API to manage a simple budget using a budget envelope strategy.
  • Boss Machine
    Manage your ‘minions’, your brilliant ‘million dollar ideas’, and all the annoying meetings that keep getting added to your busy schedule.
  • Bankist
    A Simulation of a virtual bank

🎓 Currently Learning

I'm currently focused on courses and certifications aimed at Agile Project Management and Scrum Master roles. I'm passionate about improving team collaboration, streamlining processes, and delivering high-quality products.

🫱🏼‍🫲🏻 Get in Touch

Feel free to reach out to me through LinkedIn or Email. I'm always open to connecting with like-minded professionals and exploring new opportunities.

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  1. yelp-camp_camp-review-web-app yelp-camp_camp-review-web-app Public

    A campsite review website. Users can sign up/log in to review camp sites and can create, update, delete their own user generated campsites.

    JavaScript

  2. envelope-budget-api envelope-budget-api Public

    Manage a simple budget using a budget envelope strategy. Users can create, read, update, and delete envelopes.

    JavaScript

  3. bankist bankist Public

    Bankist, a fictional online bank offers a virtual banking experience to practice DOM manipulation and user interaction. It simulates logging into an account and using various functionalities akin t…

    JavaScript

  4. chore-door chore-door Public

    Chore Door is a single-page interactive game built with JavaScript. The goal is to open all of the doors without running into ChoreBot. If you manage to avoid ChoreBot until you open the last door,…

    JavaScript

  5. boss-machine boss-machine Public

    An API to serve information to a Boss Machine, a unique management application for today’s most accomplished (evil) entrepreneurs.

    JavaScript

  6. jammming_spotify-playlist-manager jammming_spotify-playlist-manager Public

    A Spotify Playlist Manager

    JavaScript 1