Benjamin Mendoza

Benjamin Mendoza

mail@bendoza.com | 352-340-6744

www.linkedin.com/in/bendoza

Full Stack Software Developer

I am a 24 year old Computer Science student at the University of Florida, currently pursuing my deep interest of software development. I have experience working in all areas of full stack applications and I am looking to get some more hands-on, professional level experience.

Projects

BRMS Hiring Web Application

• Developed a web application for BRMS to streamline their hiring process, enhancing both efficiency and user experience.

• Implemented functionality for site owners to update information directly from a local spreadsheet, facilitating real-time data management.

• Integrated a secure login system for site owners to review job applications and track applicant progress.

• Enabled automatic email notifications for site owners upon receiving new job applications or accommodation requests, ensuring timely response.

• Designed a user-friendly interface for job applicants, allowing them to submit detailed personal and professional information.

• Incorporated Google ReCaptcha in the application process to prevent bot spamming and ensure the authenticity of applicants.

• Frontend developed using Angular and TailwindCSS, and backend powered by Go using Gorilla packages and Firestore Database.

• Ensured secure and efficient hosting using Google Cloud services.

Bourbon on Main Inventory/Drink List

• Developed a dynamic inventory and drink list application for a Bourbon bar to efficiently manage and display their extensive bourbon selection.

• Engineered the frontend using Angular, TailwindCSS, and Angular Material, complemented by a Go-powered backend.

• Utilized Google Sheets with its API as an innovative pseudo-database solution, enabling easy edits and real-time updates by staff via mobile devices.

• Achieved a milestone in production-level application development, deploying both frontend and backend on Google Cloud services (Cloud Storage Bucket and App Engine).

• Implemented a continuous integration pipeline for the frontend using GitHub Actions, enhancing development workflow and keeping sensitive data (API keys and Spreadsheet IDs) secure.

Personal Resume (Current Website)

• Designed and coded a personal landing page to professionally showcase my resume.

• Employed vanilla HTML and Tailwind CSS for a clean, responsive design.

• Independently managed domain acquisition and leveraged GitHub Pages for reliable hosting, demonstrating end-to-end website deployment skills.

Vacation Planner

• Led the backend development in a four-student team project, focusing on creating a comprehensive vacation planning web application.

• Specialized in Go and PostgreSQL for backend development, establishing robust data handling and storage capabilities.

• Contributed to the Angular (Typescript) frontend development, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.

• The application offered users curated travel information and personalized vacation management, utilizing Yelp's Fusion API for enriched content and user experience.

WhatIf: Prior Investment Analysis

• Solely responsible for backend development in a two-student team, aimed at creating a web application for historical cryptocurrency analysis.

• Expertly handled backend functionality using Go and an Oracle SQL database, ensuring efficient data processing and management.

• Supported React (Typescript) frontend development, aiding in creating an interactive user interface.

• Designed the application to allow users to analyze past cryptocurrency investments, featuring a dataset of over half a million values for comprehensive analysis.

• Enabled users to simulate investment scenarios with various cryptocurrencies and date ranges, delivering insightful and potentially valuable investment statistics.

Skills

Programming Languages:

• Go, C++, Type/Javascript, Java, Python, SQL

Web Development:

• HTML, Type/Javascript, Angular, React, Tailwind, SQL Databases

Tools:

• Github, Visual Studio Code, Postman, Oracle, Docker

Education

University of Florida Online

Computer Science Major

Jan 2022 - May 2024 (Expected)

• Data Structures and Algorithms

• Object-Oriented Programming

• Information and Database Systems

• Technical Communication for Engineers

University of South Florida

Associate of Arts Degree

Aug 2020 - Dec 2021

• General Education Courses

• Added on to 4+ Years of Learning Spanish

Job History

Bourbon on Main

Bartender

Aug 2019 - Current

• Managed a team of subordinates and oversaw day-to-day operations of the bar.

• Demonstrated strong leadership skills by training and supervising new hires.

• Provided high-quality customer service and resolved issues as the manager on duty in a professional and timely manner.

• Gained multi-tasking experience, communication experience, and experience working under high pressure.

Gators Den Sports Grill

Restaurant and Catering Waiter

Jun 2018 - Jun 2019

• Provided high-quality food and beverage service to customers in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated strong communication and multitasking skills while handling multiple tables at once.

• Worked closely with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely delivery of orders.

• Received positive customer feedback and consistently met performance goals.

• Gained communication and customer service experience.

Gainesville Health and Fitness

Shift Supervisor

Jun 2016 - May 2018

• Managed and provided guidance and training to a team of subordinates.

• Handled customer complaints and resolved issues in a professional and timely manner.

• Worked closely with other supervisors to ensure smooth operations of the gym.

• Trained up to three new hires within different departments per week on gym policies and procedures.

• Gained managerial/leadership experience and training experience.

Interests

Recently, I have been highly engaged in the world of software development/engineering. However, I have always been passionate about staying active, continuously improving myself, and traveling. Most importantly, I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the people who are dear to me, such as my childhood friends and my wonderful girlfriend, Asia.