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Hi, I'm

To'a Heck

Full-Stack Engineer / IT Applications Specialist

I am a recent graduate from California State University, East Bay looking for a fulltime entry-level role.

Tracy, California, USA

Current Technologies

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JavaScript
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React
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Bootstrap
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Node.js
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Express.js
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PostgreSQL
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Python
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Firebase
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Git
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Swift

Professional Experience

Software Development Intern

Topcon Positioning Systems | November 2022 - Present
  • Maintained and enhanced legacy web applications using Classic ASP, VBScript, and IIS.
  • Wrote SQL Server queries and updated stored procedures to meet business requirements from Jira tickets.
  • Automated data ingestion and archival processes using Python, significantly improving efficiency for monthly SAP reporting.

Software Engineer (Startup R&D)

Forty-Me LLC | May 2023 - Present
  • Engineered iOS app features using Swift, integrating Firebase services for real-time data handling, user authentication, and cloud-based storage.
  • Built and maintained backend logic to support AR features, enabling smooth communication between frontend components and Firebase.
  • Implemented user signup/sign-in flows based on senior UI/UX designer specs, helping build a polished user experience for demo-ready builds.

My Projects

Project 1
iOS: AI Flower Detection

Using AI to identify flower species.

  • Swift
  • Xcode
  • Core ML
  • Kaggle
Github Repo
Project 2
Python: Excel Data Manipulation

Automating tasks to update web apps and saving time.

  • Python
  • SQL
  • ODB
  • MS Excel
Github Repo

Who I am

I am a recent grad from California State University, East Bay as of December 2023. I would like to build a dynamic career and make an impact within an innovative technology company. As a software developer, I am looking for a highly collaborative enviroinment where I can contribute my expertise in designing, developing, and executing solutions to enhance the quality of customer experiences.

I would like to explore my full potential as a new graduate by joining a collaborative team to solve cutting-edge problems while exploring and learning new tools, technologies, and the world of business.

Other contributions I would like to make during my career:

  • Cultivate a culture of design and art amongst software engineers by blending art and science.
  • Share what I learn along the way to mentor and teach those less experienced than myself
  • Be an advocate for increasing Polynesians in the field of computer science.

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