Jeff Dam

San Francisco, CA· Phone: (415) 915-9350 · Email: jeff.dam@gmail.com

I am a software developer with seven years of experience in the education field as a science and technology educator. I always had a passion for teaching and helping others but wanted to move beyond the whiteboard and apply my science knowledge and problem-solving skills to create tangible products used by millions.

I have dedicated over 1000+ hours to learning CS fundamentals, implementing best-practices, and sharpening my skills in JavaScript, React, Ruby on Rails, Express, Node.js, SQL, and HTML/CSS. I am experienced in building dynamic single-page applications, working on collaborative teams, and adapting to new roles and shifting priorities.

Projects

Gem Battle

Gem Battle is a tile-matching puzzle video game based on Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo, built using JavaScript, HTML5 Canvas, and Webpack.

Crux

Crux is a clone of Mountain Project, a rock climbing guide website, built using Rails, React, Redux, HTML5, CSS3, SASS, AWS, and Webpack.

TripMates

TripMates is a web app that makes it easy for friends to plan a trip together, built using MongoDB, Express, React, Redux, Node.js, HTML5, CSS3, and Webpack.

Skills

Languages

Frontend

Backend

Other Tools

Experience

Software Engineer

Curated

February 2020 - Present

Educator

California Academy of Sciences

June 2012 - March 2019

Education

App Academy

1000-hour immersive full-stack web development intensive with <3% acceptance rate

March 2019 - May 2019

University of California, Berkeley

BACHELOR OF ARTS

Planetary Science, Education Minor

January 2009 - August 2013

Interests

When I'm not coding, I enjoy most of my time being outdoors. I'm an avid rock climber and I try to get out to Red Rock Canyon or Bishop when possible. I also love to hike and backpack. My past trips include summiting Yosemite's Half Dome, hiking down the Zion Narrows Top-Down route, and backpacking in Havasupai. When I'm not outdoors, you can find me at home tending to my aquariums and dreaming of my next aquascape.

Awards & Certifications

Raspberry Pi Certified Educator
Galapagos Finch Peer-to-peer Award - Nominated by peers, it is presented to an individual that demonstrates successful adaptation to changing job situations, job roles, or responsibilities. California Academy of Sciences