Hello! I'm Derek, nice to meet you!

I am a Redmond-based Software Engineer at Qvasa, passionate about solving problems and building seamless user experiences. With expertise in database optimization, service-oriented architecture, and full-stack development, I specialize in building scalable solutions across complex multi-tenant applications. I bring a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication abilities, and a track record of collaborating effectively to drive meaningful outcomes.

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Core Competencies: Full-Stack Development, Database Optimization, Back-End Development, Service-Oriented Architecture, API Design, Code Review & Auditing, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Team Collaboration

Technical Skills: Ruby, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL | Ruby on Rails, Vue.js, React, Bootstrap | PostgreSQL (Advanced), ActiveRecord, Arel, Redis, RSpec, Git, GitHub | Complex query optimization, median/percentile calculations, window functions, multi-table joins, indexing

I have developed and maintained 150+ analytics metrics across a multi-tenant SaaS platform, engineered complex SQL queries for high-performance data aggregation, and built RESTful API endpoints following service-oriented architecture with clear separation of concerns. I am committed to continuous learning and delivering impactful software solutions.

FriendsBetOnGolf

Friends Bet on Golf: Full-stack web application built with Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, and Bootstrap for managing golf betting and match play. Features automated bet calculation, score tracking, and round management, eliminating manual payout calculations for group play. Deployed on Heroku.

Currency Converter PWA

Currency Converter PWA: Built a mobile-first Progressive Web App using React featuring an intuitive touch slider interface for currency conversion. Integrated third-party API for real-time exchange rates with offline caching and home screen installation, providing a native app experience.

DereksWords

Wordle Clone: Full-stack recreation of the popular word game built with Ruby on Rails and Vanilla JavaScript. Integrated dictionary API for word validation and selection, implementing all game logic and UI interactions from scratch.

About Me

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As a Software Engineer at Qvasa based in Redmond, I bring a unique perspective from my previous career in wildland fire suppression, which instilled a strong work ethic and ability to perform under pressure. I specialize in database optimization and service-oriented architecture, with expertise in building scalable solutions across complex multi-tenant SaaS applications. Off the clock, I relish quality time with friends and family, seek thrills snowboarding, enjoy hiking, exploring new places, and take pleasure in bringing old cars back to life. I'm a dedicated professional, always keen to learn new things and grow in my career.

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