Kate Johnson
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Credentials
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Pass the Technical Interview with Python Skill Path
CodecademyJul, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Create Video Games with Phaser.js Skill Path
CodecademyJun, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Analyze Financial Data with Python Skill Path
CodecademyMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Build Chatbots with Python Skill Path
CodecademyMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Intro to Cloud Computing Course
CodecademyMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Introduction to Blockchain and Crypto Course
CodecademyMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Learn Advanced Python 3 Course
CodecademyMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Learn Intermediate Python 3 Course
CodecademyMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Learn the Basics of Blockchain with Python Course
CodecademyMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Python Developer
TreehouseFeb, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Google Analytics Certification
GoogleJan, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Yoga Instructor Certification - Level I
Prana Yoga Center, Inc.May, 2017- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Popcorn
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Germany
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Blockchain Software Engineer
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Jul 2022 - Present
Blockchain Software Engineer • Developed efficient trading algorithms and strategies for digital assets, increasing profit and trading volume. • Applied advanced mathematical techniques and statistical analysis of financial data using Python. • Improved system performance by an average of 15% through performance tuning, and achieved 95% code coverage with automated testing systems. • Implemented object-oriented architecture and automated build processes, resulting in a reduction of deployment time by 40%. • Wrote Solidity smart contracts for decentralized finance and governance used by over 10,000 people. • Wrote robust smart contract tests and unit, integration, and staging tests for full-stack code in Solidity, TypeScript, and Python. • Developed 10+ features and modules in Python, Go, and TypeScript for existing applications, improving user experience and increasing customer satisfaction levels. • Assisted in the migration of legacy applications systems to modern technology stacks, streamlining software engineering processes and improving efficiency by over 50%. Show less
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LAVNCH [CODE]
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United States
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Technology, Information and Media
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1 - 100 Employee
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Software Engineer
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Aug 2021 - May 2022
As a software engineer, I assisted with all projects regarding web development, app development, and software engineering. I was the agency’s lead emerging technology (XR) engineer. • Designed and implemented an augmented reality filter that was used by over 100,000 people worldwide. • Engineered augmented reality games, shopping, and promotional experiences for online and tradeshow events attended by over 20,000 people • Created an interactive virtual reality experience showcasing the power of VR technology and the comfortability of VR experiences using Unity3D and C#. The experience increased customer retention by around 10%. • Conducted extensive research on emerging technology and wrote a thesis on the topic, focusing on the progression of augmented and virtual reality. Show less
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rAVe [PUBS]
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United States
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Technology, Information and Media
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1 - 100 Employee
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Developer Intern
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2021 - May 2022
THE rAVe Agency is the #1 information source for the AV Industry. Everything you need. One agency. The makers of #AVisLIFE. Founded as Kayye Consulting, THE rAVe Agency has seen its work under the Kayye Consulting and rAVe Publications brands. Now, everything rAVe is part of THE rAVe Agency. Whether you are partnering with use as an editorial partner under [PUBS], as a creative partner under [CREATE] or relying on us for the strategy you need under [CONSULT], we are here for you. And we have what you need to get it done. As a developer intern, I assist with all projects regarding web development, app development, and software engineering. I am the agency’s lead XR developer. - Augmented reality filters for social media - Augmented reality games, shopping, and promotional experiences - Virtual reality experiences - App development - Website code edits and UX/UI improvements Show less
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Diamond Brand Gear Company
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United States
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Sporting Goods Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Diamond Brand Gear Sustainability Consulting
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Aug 2019 - May 2020
Diamond Brand Gear is an outdoor gear supplier located in the Carolina Mountains founded in 1881. They craft high-quality and extremely durable products for outdoor leisure and adventure activities. The company has decades-long partnerships with the U.S. Military and Scouts. My work with the company includes: - Consultant providing sustainability marketing and communications plan for outdoor gear company - Wrote website copy, edited site UX and UI, and improved graphics - Created a comprehensive presentation for the company on environmental marketing strategies - Developed a social media guide to advance sustainability communications objectives - Wrote website copy and improved graphics - Produced and edited marketing video focused on company values Show less
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Orange County Sustainability
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Hillsborough, NC
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Software Engineer Internship
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Jan 2019 - May 2020
• Improved SEO for the website by editing and adding tags to HTML pages and increasing the frequency of updates to the website. • Improved backend JavaScript code by refactoring the code to use the MERN stack. • Developed new features for the web application using Java and JavaScript. • Improved the company’s advertising campaign by creating new web graphics for the site using Photoshop • Improved SEO for the website by editing and adding tags to HTML pages and increasing the frequency of updates to the website. • Improved backend JavaScript code by refactoring the code to use the MERN stack. • Developed new features for the web application using Java and JavaScript. • Improved the company’s advertising campaign by creating new web graphics for the site using Photoshop
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Defenders of Wildlife
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Defenders of Wildlife Communications Intern
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May 2019 - Sep 2019
Internship with the communications team - Wrote published press releases, magazine articles, and blog posts on endangered species and conservation - Edited and created marketing and outreach materials for the government relations and external affairs department - Curated weekly newsletter highlighting the organization to staff and donors - Generated coverage reports and organized reporter lists - Assisted with marketing and scientific research Internship with the communications team - Wrote published press releases, magazine articles, and blog posts on endangered species and conservation - Edited and created marketing and outreach materials for the government relations and external affairs department - Curated weekly newsletter highlighting the organization to staff and donors - Generated coverage reports and organized reporter lists - Assisted with marketing and scientific research
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Education
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2021 - 2022
Columbia Engineering
Professional Certificate, Computer Software Engineering -
2020 - 2022
The Graduate School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Master of Arts - MA, Mass Communication/Media Studies -
2017 - 2020
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Environmental Studies -
2001 - 2016
Sidwell Friends School
High School Diploma, pre-kindergarden through 12th -
Northeastern University
Master's degree, Computer Science
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