Hello! My Name is

Kat Makinde

Software Engineer

I am passionate about building creative solutions for the web.

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Overview

During my childhood my family and I were constantly moving; before graduating highschool, I had lived in 8 different cities across 4 states. As a result, I gained a few superpowers including the abilities to pivot, adapt and learn new things. Those superpowers have now translated into my professional carreer. I come from working on small teams where I was required to wear multiple hats. I have built sites with custom themes and plugins on WordPress, applications in .Net and C#, designed web sites and web assets in Adobe Creative Cloud and have done just about anything that was needed to get the job done. When asked, "Can you xyz?", my answer is either "yes!" or , "I haven’t before , but let me give it a shot".
Right now, I am seeking a full-time job on a supportive team where I can build awesome projects and learn new things while doing it.

Experience

Feb '22 - Dec '23

Software Engineer - (spark)

As a Software Engineer at (spark) I developed and maintained web sites and applications to meet the needs of our clients. I collaborated as a part of a cross-functional team to build, maintain, and optimize our clients' solutions using a variety of languages and frameworks such as .NET and C#, PHP, Typescript, HTML, CSS, Angular, and WordPress. During this role, I also communicated with clients to understand their needs and frequently delivered detailed technical documentation to effectively hand off code solutions.


  • C#
  • .Net
  • Angular
  • PHP
  • Typescript
  • HTML
  • SASS
  • WordPress
  • Adaptability

Aug '20 - Present

Freelance Web Developer - Amoni Creative

As a freelance Web Developer, I am responsible for building, testing, and deploying websites that meet my client's business needs. I communicate directly with my clients to assess how to translate their goals into web solutions. I take projects from concept through development, designing mockups and wireframes using Adobe Creative Suite and Figma and translating the approved designs to fully functional websites with HTML, CSS, Javascript, PHP, and WordPress. I have also assisted clients with debugging or adding features to their .NET web applications implementing Angular, C#, and .NET as needed.


  • WordPress
  • PHP
  • HTML
  • SASS
  • Javascript
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Project Management

Aug '18 - Aug '20

Manager, Development and Design - TECH CORPS

As the Manager of Development & Design at TECH CORPS , I played a pivotal role in transforming the organization's online presence and learning management system. I spearheaded the redesign and maintenance of the WordPress website, ensuring a modern and user-friendly interface. Additionally, I revamped the Moodle LMS, aligning it with new brand guidelines and enhancing the overall user experience. My responsibilities extended to managing a team to develop a virtual coding summer camp on the Moodle LMS, ensuring a seamless virtual learning environment. Beyond user-facing projects, I restructured Salesforce data architecture, enabling the generation of customized quarterly reports. Leveraging my creative skills, I designed program logos, course layouts, and graphic assets using Adobe Creative Suite. Furthermore, I actively facilitated training sessions and events, fostering collaboration among volunteers, students, sponsors, and instructors.


  • WordPress
  • C#
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Javascript
  • Salesforce
  • Project Management

Education

May '18

AAS Computer Science - Columbus State Community College
  • C#
  • PHP
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Javascript
  • Java
  • Programming Logic
  • Agile Methodologies