Karam Hammal

Bachelor of Computer Science

Sep. 2023 - Apr. 2028

University of Waterloo | Waterloo, ON

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Sep. 2019 - Jun. 2023

St. Francis Xavier Secondary School | Mississauga, ON

Software Developer Intern

May 2024 - Aug. 2024

Port 443 Inc. | Burlington, ON

• Designed client-side interfaces and integrated with APIs for web and mobile applications using Angular 15 and TypeScript
• Spearheaded the comprehensive refactor of multiple sections of the codebase, resulting in a 25% overall decrease in bundle size and 15% increase in performance
• Closed over 50 tickets, including bug fixes and usability improvements, enhancing overall user experience and system reliability
• Developed and executed comprehensive unit tests using Jest, increasing test coverage by 10% and ensuring code quality and robustness
• Collaborated effectively within cross-functional teams, working closely with design and support departments to deliver integrated solutions aligned with company goals
• Automated workflows through Zapier integration, reducing manual tasks for users by up to 5 hours per week

Full Stack Developer

Jan. 2024 - Present

Tech+ UW | Waterloo, ON

• Built new features for the Tech+ Website and Portal to enhance user experience and functionality
• Leveraged React, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML to bring Figma designs into end-user products
• Leveraged Python, Flask, and PostgreSQL to develop the required backend functionality for the Tech+ UW Portal
• Supported matching algorithms for mentorship programs and coffee chats using the Tech+ API
• Improved performance and code robustness through Agile-based test coverage and refactors

Home Meal Replacement (HMR) Clerk

Aug. 2021 - Present

Loblaws Inc. | Mississauga, ON

• Demonstrated a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service within a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiently prepared a variety of foods, including chicken, sides, and entrees, ensuring consistently high quality.
• Assisted management in inventory and stock ordering, leading to efficient operations.
• Cooked and packaged the store's two best-selling food products, increasing revenue by 10% and earning the store recognition as the best-performing Loblaws in the GTA region for those products.

Private Tutor

Jun. 2021 - Present

Self-employed | Mississauga, ON

• Tutored 5 high school students in math, French, and chemistry.
• Created personalized lessons, worksheets, and tests for students to practice their skills and assess their knowledge.
• Provided constructive feedback through understanding the students' individual strengths and weaknesses.
• Effectively communicated the students' learning progress to the parents/guardians and accommodated any needs they had.

Independent Contractor

Jun. 2022

Inventory People Inc. | Milton, ON

• Performed physical counts of inventory for a high-volume Samsung warehouse with over 500 unique products, including appliances, mobile devices, and accessories
• Experienced in navigating the intricacies of corporate culture within a large enterprise, successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve results and uphold company values

Graphic Designer

Apr. 2021 - May 2021

The Ventis Network

• Made several social media graphics for the company