Michael Zyskind
CS Graduate - Software Engineer - Game Developer
CS Graduate - Software Engineer - Game Developer
Computer Languages:
C++, C, JavaScript, PL/SQL, SQL, Python, C#, Java, Scala, HTML, PHP
Fluent In:
English, Russian, and Spanish
Experience With:
Version Control Systems (Git, Liquibase), UI/UX Design, OOP Principles, Design Patterns, Data Structures, Algorithms, Agile Development & Methodologies, Full-Stack Development, TDD, SDLC
“Don’t let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.”
— John Wooden
My name is Mike and I graduated with a degree in Computer Science from DePaul University. I have been programming since I was in high school, and what started as a small hobby grew into a source of passion and inspiration for me. I’m always eager for the chance to learn something new.
I've always been a fan of video games as they are full of creativity and endless possibilities. It should come as no surprise that I thought it would be fun to make my own. From that passion came the first of many games, Wild Runner. No matter where my journey takes me, I look forward to my next adventure.
My responsibilities involve the development and maintenance of tools that enable our clients to conduct business more efficiently by streamlining their workflow through a user-friendly web experience. Additionally, I designed and implemented a CI/CD pipeline to better facilitate a collaborative work environment and equip our workplace with a version control system that enhances our ability to track changes.
Languages: PHP, SQL, JavaScript, HTML
Frameworks and other resources: JQuery, Bootstrap, Visual Studio, Git, WinSCP, Liquibase
I contributed to refactoring and cleanup efforts to modernize microservices and meet stricter code
quality standards. Additionally, I researched, designed, and implemented bug fixes and other feature changes to
improve functionality. I also collaborated with various team members as part of research and development work to
gain a better understanding of the product and features being developed.
Languages: Java, Python, SQL
Frameworks and other resources: JUnit, Eclipse, Postman, MySQL Workbench, AWS
I developed a user-friendly web experience by building and redesigning a frontend interface, in
addition to backend solutions such as database management and website maintenance. To debug and troubleshoot, I
created and managed a variety of test cases. Additionally, I collaborated with business heads to plan solution
implementation in a timely manner that aligned with client needs.
Languages: HTML, JavaScript, PHP, SQL
Frameworks and other resources: JQuery, Bootstrap, Visual Studio
I worked on a range of projects that varied from software development to QA testing. The development
work entailed the design and implementation of user-customizable web and desktop applications, algorithms, and
custom interfaces. As part of my QA process I debugged unexpected behavior to resolve any issues that arose during the development
process. Furthermore, my QA work involved rigorous testing and analysis to ensure a satisfying user experience.
Throughout the process I worked independently to communicate with clients about project requirements,
specifications, timeframes, and goals.
Languages: C#
Frameworks and other resources: Unity, Visual Studio
