🚀 About
Hello there! 👋 I'm Elias Fatine, a dedicated and creative student software engineer currently attending the University of Ottawa. With a love for coding and problem-solving, I'm on a mission to work on innovative solutions that make a difference.
🎓 Education
Degree: H.B.Sc. Computer Science
School: University of Ottawa
📍 Ottawa, ON, Canada
📆 09/2022 - 04/2026
Awards: Xerox Canada Inc. Scholarship, uOttawa Merit Scholarship 2020/2021, uOttawa Engineering Scholarship
Relevant Coursework: Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, Probability & Statistics, Data Structures & Algorithms, Databases, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Digital Systems
Extracurriculars: Director of Development at the uOttawa Telfer Business Technology Association
💻 Project Highlights
Grimpeur Cycling Club (SEG 2105: Software Engineering)
📆 09/2023 - 12/2023
- Designed and implemented an Android application for a cycling club, facilitating efficient participant management.
- Utilized technologies such as Android Studio, Firebase, and SQLite to securely store and manage user data for a community of 100+ cyclists.
- Collaboratively employed Git for version control, while leveraging Java and XML to construct the application.
Harvard University CS50 (Introduction to Artificial Intelligence)
📆 12/2023 - 05/2024
- Introduced to AI concepts such as neural networks, search, optimization, and machine learning through rigorous coursework and hands-on assignments.
Microsoft Azure OpenAI Hackathon
📆 06/2024 - Present
- Spearheaded the development of an AI-powered chatbot using Azure OpenAI tools to streamline document retrieval and analysis across various file types, resulting in a 35% reduction in search time.
- Enhanced the chatbot’s ability to identify and establish connections within large datasets stored on CMHC’s SharePoint platform.
- Laid the foundation for modernizing CMHC’s operations by integrating AI into data discovery.
🌟 Work Experience
Junior Developer - Microsoft Stack / Azure / D365 / SiteCore
📍 Ottawa, ON, Canada
🏢 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
📆 May 2024 - Present
- Contributed to the entire software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment by using tools such as C#, ASP.Net MVC, .Net Core, Azure DevOps, Visual Studio, and React.
- Collaborated with experienced software developers to gain insights and deliver value to over 4 clients.
- Assisted in diagnosing and resolving software issues, resulting in a 15% improvement in overall system performance.
- Documented code and development processes to maintain clear and organized project documentation.
- Worked with cross-functional agile teams to deliver projects efficiently and effectively.
IM/IT Software Tester & QA Intern
📍 Ottawa, ON, Canada
🏢 Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
📆 January 2024 - May 2024
- Collaborated within an Agile environment, engaging in bi-weekly sprint planning sessions and actively participating in Scrum ceremonies.
- Utilized Azure DevOps Services to streamline development processes and enhance project management efficiency.
- Employed expertise in quality assurance, regression testing, and user acceptance testing to ensure the integrity and functionality of the ServiceNow product.
- Participated in ServiceNow development and testing using JavaScript, contributing to client requirements gathering, optimization, and enhancement of ServiceNow functionalities.
🚀 Skills & Interests
| Category | Technologies |
|---|---|
| Languages | Python, Javascript, Java, C#, SQL, HTML, CSS, Typescript, C/C++, Go, Rust |
| Spoken Languages | Fluent in both English and French |
| Technologies | Git, React, Linux, MongoDB, Spring, Bash, SQL, IntelliJ, Visual Studio, Node.js, Eclipse, Next.js |
| Awards | Walmart Canada's Shining Star Award (Exceptional Customer Service) |
🎸 Hobbies
Outside of programming, I enjoy snowboarding during the winter, listening to music (you can view my most listened to albums here), playing on my guitar, and watching good TV shows. I am passionate about everything related to technology, but I am also equally passionate about living life to the fullest!
🤝 Let's Connect!
I would love to contribute using my skills that I've gained throughout the years to exciting projects and new opportunities. If you're looking for a dedicated and hardworking person, let's connect and discuss how I can bring value to you and your team.
I am looking forward to the possibility of collaborating with new people and being involved in something exciting! 🚀