Jamal J. Alzek
Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Raised and currently resides in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
A recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Jamal has completed his Bachelor of Science with a major in Computer Science. He now seeks to immediately transition into a full time role in the Information Technology industry. While being primarily interested in software engineering positions, he takes all job opportunities into consideration, and welcomes any conversations on the matter.
By placing an emphasis on software engineering during his degree program, he has completed a list of programming courses to date. He also has a growing list of completed personal programming projects, which can be explored below. Currently, his programming languages of choice are C# and Java, however he has experience with additional languages, as well as various frameworks and tools, as seen below.
Aside from programming, his other hobbies include assembling desktop computers, listening to podcasts, watching the occasional anime, and generally staying indoors.
Programming languages:
- C#..................Intermediate
- Java................Intermediate
- C...................Novice
- JavaScript..........Novice
- HTML................Novice
- CSS.................Novice
- AutoHotkey..........Novice
- Python..............Novice
- SQL.................Beginner
- XAML................Beginner
- FXML................Beginner
Frameworks:
- .NET........................C#
- WPF.........................C#
- Xamarin Forms...............C#
- MSTest......................C#
- JavaFX......................Java
- Swing.......................Java
- JUnit.......................Java
- jQuery......................JavaScript
- Google Apps Script..........JavaScript
Development tools:
- Visual Studio....................C# IDE
- Visual Studio Code...............AutoHotkey, HTML, CSS, JavaScript editor
- IntelliJ IDEA....................Java IDE
- Eclipse..........................Java IDE
- PyCharm..........................Python IDE
- Git..............................Version control
- GitHub...........................Version control
- Repl.it..........................Online code editor
Office tools:
- Google Drive Suite
- Microsoft Office Suite
Collaboration tools:
- Cherwell Service Management
- Discord
- Microsoft Teams
- Mural
- Slack
- Trello
- Zoom
Other:
- Object-oriented Programming (OOP)
- Data Structures
- Algorithms
- Unit Testing/Test Driven Development (TDD)
- Debugging
- Clean Code
- SOLID Principles
- Relational Databases
Interpersonal skills and qualities:
- Agile/Scrum
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Empathy
Intrapersonal skills and qualities:
- Humility
- Patience
- Resourcefulness
- Troubleshooting
Capstone Group Project
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
January 2021 - May 2021
- Collaborated within a small agile team to develop a cross-platform (Android & iOS) privacy focused group messaging mobile application, inspired by popular services like Signal and Telegram.
- Architected the project by creating extensive flowchart designs via Google Draw.io for the client side, server side, and relational database before any code was written, to serve as documentation for the team.
- Led the team by creating Product Backlog Items (PBIs) via Trello, then delegating to each team member based on their skill set, availability, etc. to maximize productivity during each sprint.
- Implemented the mobile application in C# and XAML, utilizing the .NET, Xamarin Forms, and NewtonSoft Json.NET frameworks, along with tools such as Visual Studio, Git, and GitHub.
- Heavily made use of encryption algorithms such as RSA and AES, as well as hashing algorithms such as SHA256 and MD5 to achieve user privacy through robust security.
- Presented a fully functional product on the final day of the semester, demonstration video available on GitHub.
Monitor Brightness Dimmer
Technologies used: AutoHotkey (v2), Win32 API, Visual Studio Code
Initial release: 2022
Status: completed
Maze Puzzle Generator
Technologies used: C#, .NET, WPF, Visual Studio
Initial release: 2020
Status: completed
jamaljalzek.github.io
Technologies used: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Google Apps Script, Repl.it, Visual Studio Code
Initial release: 2020
Status: completed
Sudoku Puzzle Solver
Technologies used: C#, .NET, WPF, Visual Studio
Initial release: 2020
Status: completed
Sudoku Puzzle Game
Technologies used: Java, Swing, Eclipse
Initial release: 2020
Status: completed
Tic Tac Toe Ultimate
Technologies used: Java, Swing, Eclipse
Initial release: 2019
Status: completed
Cooking Timer
Technologies used: Java, Swing, Eclipse
Initial release: 2019
Status: completed
Relevant accounts:
- CompSci 595 - Capstone Project (with C#).......................................Spring 2021
- CompSci 557 - Introduction to Database Systems.................................Fall 2019
- CompSci 535 - Algorithm Design & Analysis......................................Spring 2021
- CompSci 537 - Introduction to Operating Systems (with C).......................Fall 2020
- CompSci 482 - Rich Internet Applications (with HTML, CSS, JavaScript)..........Spring 2020
- CompSci 431 - Programming Languages Concepts...................................Spring 2020
- CompSci 361 - Introduction to Software Engineering.............................Fall 2019
- CompSci 351 - Data Structures & Algorithms (with Java).........................Spring 2019
- CompSci 337 - System Programming (with C)......................................Spring 2020
- CompSci 315 - Computer Organization & Assembly Language Programming............Summer 2018
- CompSci 251 - Intermediate Computer Programming (with Java)....................Fall 2018
- CompSci 250 - Introductory Computer Programming (with Java)....................Spring 2018
UITS Help Desk Consultant
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
June 2018 – December 2018
- Troubleshot a variety of technical problems (incidents) that primarily involved the software services offered throughout the entire campus.
- Partnered with technology specialists across separate departments throughout the university to collaboratively resolve multifaceted incidents.
- Communicated with a diverse spectrum of students, faculty, staff, and alumni to identify and implement solutions to a wide range of I.T. problems.
- Supervised various computer laboratories around the campus, including scanning and printing stations, to troubleshoot incidents, answer users’ questions, provide equipment, etc. in order to ensure smooth operation for users.
- Utilized the Cherwell Service Management system to create, work on, escalate, and resolve incidents (tickets).
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science
Major in Computer Science (ABET accredited)
January 2018 - May 2021
3.447 cumulative GPA
- Emphasis in Software Engineering
- College of Engineering & Applied Science Dean’s Honor List - Spring 2018
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Part Time, Non-Degree Seeking
September 2014 – December 2017
3.746 cumulative GPA
- Attended part time to complete 66 credits in Calculus, Chemistry, English, Information Technology, etc.
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Jamal's current desktop setup:
Custom PC build:
- CPU..................AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- CPU COOLER...........Noctua NH-U12S
- MOTHERBOARD..........MSI B450 Tomahawk
- RAM..................16 GB Crucial Ballistix Sport LT DDR4 3200
- STORAGE..............500 GB Western Digital Black SN750 NVMe SSD
- STORAGE..............256 GB Samsung 850 EVO SATA 6 SSD
- STORAGE..............1 TB Seagate BarraCuda 7200 RPM HDD
- GPU..................MSI Gaming X GTX 1060 6 GB
- PSU..................EVGA GS 650 Watt 80+ Gold
- CASE.................NZXT Source 210
Monitor: Dell Alienware AW2518H 25" 1080p 240Hz
Headphones: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
Keyboard: ErgoDox 76 w/ Cherry MX Silent Reds
Mouse: ROG Sica
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