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Education
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Projects
Extracurricular Activities
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Punyashlok Dash

Punyashlok Dash

New Westminster,Canada

Summary

I am a software developer , who has a PhD and has engaged in UX research around video communication technologies for future systems like 9-1-1.

Knowledgeable in Front-End technologies along with back-end technology like Ruby on Rails. Have contributed to successful projects in past for multiple companies. Developed multiple applications that enhanced user experience and streamlined processes. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and proficiency in coding languages to deliver high-quality solutions.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Developer

Chit Chats Inc
11.2022 - 06.2024
  • Enhanced user experience through designing and implementing user-friendly interfaces.
  • Worked on performance improvement of REST APIs
  • Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by IT personnel in future projects.
  • Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
  • Achieved faster development cycles using Agile methodologies, including Scrum or Kanban processes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on tight deadlines.

Front End Engineer

Famlinet Communication Inc
04.2020 - 03.2022
  • Integrated Video Calling technologies to custom web app
  • Worked on optimising UI at the front-end on an MVC architecture
  • Worked on API integration and built custom Front End interfaces for web and mobile interfaces

Associate IT Consultant

ITC Infotech India Ltd
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Company Overview: Provides Business Solutions & IT services
  • Worked as Software Engineer in Back-End Systems built with JDBC
  • Provides Business Solutions & IT services

Education

Ph.D. - Human Computer Interaction

Simon Fraser University (SFU)
Vancouver, BC
11.2024

MS - Computer Science & Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-KGP)
Kharagpur, WB
04.2017

B.Tech - Computer Science & Engineering

IIIT - BHubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
05.2013

Skills

  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • React
  • Ruby on Rails
  • UX Research
  • User Experience Design
  • Front End Development
  • Problem-Solving

Hobbies and Interests

  • Photography
  • Video Games
  • Music
  • Biking

Projects

Smart 9-1-1 - A Next Generation Mobile Video Calling Application, 02/01/21, Present, Built a custom React Native application to contextualise how future 9-1-1 calls can integrate video and photo sharing by everyday callers. Conducted Qualitative Research Studies with end users prior to developing the User Interface. Custom User Interfaces for 9-1-1 Call Taking, 02/01/18, 12/31/20, Conducted Qualitative User Research with 9-1-1 Call Takers and Dispatchers to develop a proof of concept User Interface for 9-1-1 call taking. App Designed using HTML, BootStrap, JavaScript and PeerJS. Alertness Detection in Humans through gamified interaction on Android, 01/01/16, 12/31/17, Built Custom Android Games to measure human alertness and used Machine Learning to classify alertness.

Extracurricular Activities

Received President's Ph.D. scholarship in Aug 2021 Research work published in Hindustan Times, Education section., http://www.hindustantimes.com/education/iitkharagpur-innovation-to-monitor-fatigue-level-inpilots/story-lfQRIUUVwUycUyqJUU50pI.html

Languages

English

Accomplishments

Successfully completed the Front-End Developer course provided by Meta in Coursera way ahead of schedule.


  • Introduction to Front-End Development (Meta)

• HTML and CSS in depth (Meta)

• React Basics (Meta)

• Advanced React (Meta)

• Principles of UX/UI Design (Meta)

Certification

  • Meta Front End Developer

Timeline

Software Developer

Chit Chats Inc
11.2022 - 06.2024

Front End Engineer

Famlinet Communication Inc
04.2020 - 03.2022

Associate IT Consultant

ITC Infotech India Ltd
08.2013 - 05.2014

MS - Computer Science & Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-KGP)

B.Tech - Computer Science & Engineering

IIIT - BHubaneswar
  • Meta Front End Developer

Ph.D. - Human Computer Interaction

Simon Fraser University (SFU)
Punyashlok Dash