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Aaron Soto

Frontend Developer

aaron.m.soto1@gmail.com

Casa Grande, Arizona

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Summary

Frontend Developer creating smooth, user-friendly web experiences. Skilled in React, Next.js, Angular, and UI/UX principles, with experience delivering effective solutions. Collaborates well with teams and clients to build functional projects. Focused on continuous improvement and product quality.

Technical Skills

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Typescript, C#, Python | React, NextJS, Angular, Django, RESTful APIs, NodeJS Mongoose, MongoDB | Bootstrap, SCSS, Tailwind, Ant Design | Microsoft Suite, Affinity Suite, Figma | Azure Services, AWS Services | Jira, Azure DevOps | UI/UX Design Best Practices, Accessibility best practices

Professional Experience

Full-stack Web Developer | Allata

Remote | 2021 - May 2024
  • Implemented Single Sign-On (SSO) to enhance and secure user experience in a C#/.NET and Angular App.
  • Developed an application in .NET Core and Angular complete with Azure AD authentication using the MSAL library and Microsoft Identity
  • Built reusable Angular components using HTML, CSS (SASS), and JavaScript ensuring best practices.
  • Boosted NodeJS API performance by standardizing the codebase to REST principles.
  • Lead and mentored a team of two developers on a project to overhaul an Angular projects UI.
  • Integrated AWS services such as Incognito, Lambdas, and S3 Buckets into NodeJS, Angular, and React apps.
  • Designed custom Angular components based on client needs and revitalized front-end architecture to increase code reusability and consistency.

Freelance Web Development | AyeZeeWebDesigns

2023 - present
  • Collaborated with businesses to understand their website needs, translating requirements into functional and visually appealing designs.
  • Engineered a custom CMS using NextJS, enabling effective website content management through a RESTful API following OpenAPI specifications.
  • Built React/NextJs components from the ground up and maintained documentation for clients to more easily navigate their custom applications.
  • Collaborated with clients to build out their business needs using NextJS to ensure modern and fast products for clients, including custom data import and export pipelines using Excel files for easy maintenance of data for business owners.

Ranger Team Leader | US Army

Savannah, GA | 2014 - 2019
  • Led a cross-functional team, improving overall efficiency and communication across various tasks and missions.
  • Managed high-stakes, fast-paced situations, delivering strategic decisions to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Awarded for outstanding leadership and performance, demonstrating commitment and resilience in challenging environments.

Education

Full Stack Developer Certificate | Coding Dojo

2021
  • Intensive Full-Stack Training Program: Python, Java, and MERN
  • 14 weeks, 50-80 hours/ week; pair programming, testing, algorithms.
  • Achieved highest honors, “Black belt” on all three exams for each stack

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | Arizona State University

2019 - 2023
  • Applying full-stack development skills learned in class to real-world freelance projects.
  • Successfully balancing a full-time job while maintaining a strong academic performance in a rigorous program.
  • Involved in group projects focusing on modern web technologies like React, Node.js, and cloud-based solutions.