Hi! This is Akash Verma. I am a Software Developer by profession with three years of experience in front-end and back-end development, skilled in React, React Native, C++, Typescript, Python, Node.js. Proficient in AWS and GCP. I build scalable, cloud-native applications. I have studied from IIT (BHU) Varanasi. I'm passionate about learning the latest and greatest software technologies. I excel in collaborative environments and leverage my understanding of data structures and algorithms to solve complex problems. Passionate about innovation and quality, I'm seeking roles where I can make a significant impact.
A versatile Engineer with interests in developing software applications. A sportsman and a Boxer. Adaptable and self motivated learner. Interested in new programming technologies, and continuous self improvement.
EXPERIENCE
Software Developer 2
Rakuten GroupFull Time2.5 Years
Spearheaded the development of the MyRakutenMobile Web App.
Orchestrated Redux implementation and networking layer, using Redux Thunk for async actions and Axios for RESTful API integration.
Led a team of 3 developers to integrate the Notification SDK, implementing notification channels in Kotlin for Android, managing device tokens via SharedPreferences, and utilizing delegate methods in Swift for iOS.
Reduced load times by 30% with code-splitting and lazy-loading, boosting user retention and performance.
Optimized rendering performance by strategically implementing React.memo, useCallback, and useMemo, minimizing un-
necessary re-renders and improving app responsiveness, resulting in a 40% boost in UI efficiency.
Backend Developer
AirblackFull time6 Months
Implemented Events feature, enabling workshop scheduling with Google Calendar via OAuth 2.0, using Webhooks and Kafka for real-time sync.
Developed Extra Credits, boosting workshop bookings by 20% through credit accumulation and redemption for premium sessions.
Created and updated various cron jobs for sending vouchers, updating batches, releasing certificates, etc.
Developed various apps and pages on Retool.
Freelance Designer & Developer
Getakash.comFreelance6 Months
Created various full-stack websites with nodejs, mongodb, react, next, and other cool technologies
Implemented SEO on various websites to increase their ranks. This website is a great example.
Helped various businesses to boost their online presence.
Junior Coach
UnschoolInternship3 Months
Taught over 1000 students about Full-Stack Development.
Technologies Taught - HTML, CSS, React, Bootstrap, MySql, etc.
EDUCATION
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi
B.TechMechanical Engineering
2018 - 2022
CGPA: 8.96
Dr. C.V.Raman Intermediate College
IntermediateP C M
2015 - 2017
Percentage: 89.4
Zero to Mastery Academy
Software Development
2020 - 2024
CERTIFICATIONS
SEO Training Masterclass
MySql for data analytics
Web Developer Bootcamp
AWS Fundamentals
Algorithm Toolbox
Advanced CSS Concepts
Practical Web Designing
Modern React Bootcamp
The Advanced Javascript
Docker and Kubernetes
EXTRA CURRICULAR
Was an active member of Boxing Team of IIT (BHU) Varanasi.
Secured 1st Position twice in Inter-Department Boxing Tournament.