Welcome to My Professional Portfolio

I'm Jack Nelson, Software Engineer.

Full-Stack Developer Problem Solver Technology Enthusiast

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About

Let me introduce myself.

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I am a software engineer with a strong foundation in full-stack development, cloud computing, and DevOps. I have professional experience at Walmart Global Tech and Amazon, where I developed scalable backend services, automated workflows, and enhanced developer efficiency.

My passion lies in leveraging technology to solve complex problems and create innovative solutions that make a real impact. I am also a graduate of California Polytechnic State University, where I earned my B.S. in Computer Science.

Goal

My goal as a software engineer is to use my skills and knowledge to create tools and applications that make people's lives easier and more efficient. I want to help create positive change by developing applications and services that can improve people's day-to-day lives and reduce their stress levels. I also want to develop products and services that can help protect the environment, promote sustainability, and make the world a better place.

Technical Skills

  • Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript, C, C++, Typescript, SQL, Go, Kotlin
  • Frameworks: React, Spring Boot, Django, Flask, Express.js, Node.js
  • Tools: Git, PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, Splunk, AWS, GCP, Grafana, Jenkins, Redis
  • Core Competencies: Documentation, Time Management, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Agile
Experience

Where I've Worked

Walmart Global Tech

  • Developed a Slack bot to scan failed pipelines, reducing on-call load by 20%.
  • Built Grafana dashboards to monitor API usage and utilized Redis for caching.

Amazon

  • Developed a backend service using AWS CDK, TypeScript, and RxJS for Amazon Ads partners.
  • Implemented health endpoints and automated on-call alerts.

Dragos Inc.

  • Developed software to track TCP streams and analyze network traffic patterns.
  • Automated PCAP file generation using Wireshark and Python's Scapy library.

Cal Poly Digital Transformation Hub

  • Developed a cloud-based platform on AWS to connect over 17,000 SLO veterans with 30,000+ local student volunteers.
  • Collaborated with SLO VSO and Cal Poly to build a custom mobile application tailored to meet customer needs and enhance user experience.
Projects

What I've Built

Vetering

React, DynamoDB, AWS CDK

Built an AWS CDK application connecting student volunteers with veterans. Pitched the idea at Camp Polyhacks Hackathon, securing 2nd place out of 100 teams.

Recipe Sharing Web App

React, Lambda, GraphQL

Designed a platform for searching recipes based on cost, ingredients, and other filters. Integrated third-party APIs like Spoonacular and Edamam.

Where to find me

Chicago, IL, USA
San Luis Obispo, CA, USA

Email Me At

nelzord@gmail.com