Zarana Solanki

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Hi, I'm Zarana! As a recent graduate with a passion for software development and design, I'm eager to start my career and make a real impact. Whether you're looking for innovative programming solutions or creative design content, I'm excited to collaborate and bring fresh ideas to the table. Join me below, and let's begin our journey in creating something extraordinary together!

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About Me

Experience

Over 3 years of practical experience in developing scalable, high-performance web applications through academic projects, internships, and hands-on learning with modern frameworks and technologies.

  • Proficient in building full-stack applications using ASP.NET Core MVC and C#.
  • Experienced in developing robust backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
  • Strong expertise in frontend development using React.js and JavaScript to create interactive and responsive user interfaces.
  • Proficient in database management with MySQL and PostgreSQL, ensuring data consistency, optimizing query performance, and improving system efficiency.

Who I Am

I'm Zarana Solanki, and my journey into software development wasn't a straight path. It started with a lot of struggle—subjects that didn't click right away and results that fell short of my expectations. But instead of giving up, I dug in deeper, spending countless hours studying and pushing through the frustration of bugs I couldn't solve. Over time, those challenges turned into small victories, and I found myself genuinely enjoying the process of problem-solving.

What I love most about technology is that it's always evolving, and that constant change keeps me on my toes. I've learned to embrace the unknown, whether it's diving into a new programming language or adjusting to different project requirements. I might not have all the answers right away, but I'm not afraid to learn as I go, and that adaptability has become one of my biggest strengths.

At the heart of it all, I'm driven by a desire to create and contribute. I've come to appreciate the value of persistence, the importance of teamwork, and the thrill of seeing a project come to life. While I'm still growing and learning every day, I'm excited about where this journey is taking me and the impact I can make through my work in technology.

Experience

.NET Software Developer Intern

FGF Brands, Canada

January 2025 - Present

As a .NET Software Developer Intern at FGF Brands, I design and develop scalable RESTful APIs, implement CI/CD pipelines, and work on automation solutions that improve business processes.

  • API Development: Developed scalable RESTful APIs using ASP.NET MVC and C#, improving data retrieval efficiency by 30%.
  • DevOps: Implemented CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, automating deployments and reducing production downtime.
  • Process Automation: Worked on business process automation using Power Automate, reducing manual tasks by 40%.
  • Collaborative Development: Collaborated with cross-functional teams, contributing to business intelligence and analytics solutions.

Software Developer Intern

Awakeen Studio Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad

Jan 2022 - Aug 2022

During my internship at Awakeen Studio Pvt. Ltd., I worked on a project titled "AR in Education," where I designed and developed various components using C#, Unity, and Vuforia. The project involved implementing augmented reality, creating 3D models, and designing user-friendly interfaces.

  • Full-Stack Development: Developed and integrated both frontend and backend components using C# and Unity's .NET-based framework.
  • Backend Development: Managed core application logic and server-side functionality, ensuring robust performance.
  • Frontend Development: Created responsive user interfaces, similar to frontend development using React.
  • Collaborative Development: Worked in an Agile environment, utilizing Git for version control and continuous integration.

Projects

Tiffin Service Web Application

Tiffin Service Web Application

A web-based system for delivering homemade food, featuring a subscription model and real-time order updates.

Technologies: ASP.NET Core MVC, SQL Server, Entity Framework

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Hostel Management System

Hostel Management System

A PHP-based web application for efficiently managing hostel operations, including student registration, room allocation, and fee management.

Technologies: PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS

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Technical Skills

JavaScript

Strong foundation in ES6+ syntax and asynchronous programming, gained through academic projects and personal practice.

Python

Proficient in Python, with experience in web development and data analysis from coursework and personal projects.

Java

Solid understanding of Java, used in developing scalable applications during academic projects.

C#

Good knowledge of C# for building applications, as learned through coursework and personal exploration.

C++

Experience with C++ in developing performance-critical applications as part of academic assignments.

ReactJS

Proficient in ReactJS for building responsive UIs, honed through projects and online courses.

.NET Core

Familiar with .NET Core, applied in building web applications during internships and projects.

ASP.NET Core MVC

Understanding of ASP.NET Core MVC for web development, gained from hands-on projects.

Databases

Experience with MS-SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and SQLite, applied in various projects.

AWS & Firebase

Familiar with cloud services like AWS and Firebase, used in projects to implement backend services.

Agile (Scrum)

Exposure to Agile (Scrum) methodologies through coursework and collaborative projects.

Java Spring Boot

Basic understanding of Java Spring Boot for building web applications, explored through personal projects.

Education

Master of Systems Science and Engineering

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Relevant coursework: Systems Optimization, Mobile Commerce Technologies, Project Management, Software Usability, Cyber Security, User Experience Principles and Practices, Systems Integration.

Certificates

Complete React Native in 2021: Zero to Mastery[with Hooks]

Udemy

June 2021

A comprehensive course covering React Native fundamentals, including Hooks, to build mobile applications.

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Java Tutorial for Complete Beginners

Udemy

April 2020

An entry-level Java course designed to help beginners grasp essential programming concepts.

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Responsive Web Design

freecodecamp

April 2020

A course focused on building responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and web best practices.

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Neural Networks and Deep Learning

Coursera

May 2020

Introduces neural networks and deep learning techniques for building AI models.

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Learning Full-Stack JavaScript Development: MERN

LinkedIn Learning

April 2023

Covers the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) to build full-stack web applications.

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Learning SOLID Programming Principles

LinkedIn Learning

April 2023

Focuses on the SOLID principles of object-oriented programming for clean and scalable code.

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Java Design Patterns: Behavioral Part 1

LinkedIn Learning

April 2023

Provides an understanding of key behavioral design patterns in Java to improve software architecture.

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Get in Touch

Interested in working together or just want to connect? Feel free to reach out to me via email or LinkedIn, or check out my GitHub for projects.