Jasmine Nelson

About Me

Hi, my name is Jasmine! I recently graduated from John Carroll University with a Bachelor's in Computer Science. My interest in software and web development began in 2013, when I began creating custom Tumblr themes using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Fast-forward to today, I have a variety of experience in software development, systems administration, and technical writing. I have had the amazing opportunity to intern with amazing companies like NASA, Code3, and Breakthrough Schools. I enjoy learning and discovering ways to create seamless user experiences using clean, efficient, and scalable code.

My interests lie in web development, game design, spatial computing, machine learning, and innovation of next generation platforms. Work is an ongoing education for me, and I'm always searching for opportunities to collaborate with people who are as eager to share their expertise as I am to learn. Overall, my main goal is to use my skills to create something meaningful.

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Experience

Software Engineer
NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Jun 2022 - Present
  • Enhanced usability and implemented features for VR platform with Unity (C#)
  • Programmed system to detect hand gestures with the Meta Quest 2 infrared cameras
  • Explored and built tools for XR use cases under a scrum framework
Software Engineering Intern
NASA Glenn Research Center
Jan 2022 - Jun 2022
  • Optimized NASA's Glenn-HT GUI backend code using ASP.NET core MVC
  • Created unit tests to ensure functionality of components within the GUI
  • Developed tools/features for the GUI using Unity (C#) and Python
  • Participated in code review processes and formulated design standards
  • Applied version control software (Git) to track, test, and update pre-existing code
Undergrad Software Developer
John Carroll University
Aug 2021 - Dec 2021
  • Worked as a project team member to build the Education Capstone Checker using WinForms (C#)
  • Gathered requirements and user stories from the client
  • Utilized ProWritingAid API and Microsoft interop for text processing
  • Created wireframes and navigation flowcharts for the user interface
  • Delivered drafts and models for client feedback
  • Engaged in the Agile software development process to write well-designed, testable, efficient code
Software Engineering Intern
NASA Glenn Research Center
Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
  • Extended and refined NASA's Glenn-HT GUI using Unity (C#) and Visual Studio
  • Migrated existing GUI functionality from Java implementation to .NET
  • Worked closely with mechanical and aerospace engineers to ensure code/design meets NASA's coding standards and best practices
  • Developed features to modernize the GUI's framework and improve usability
IT and Data Intern
Breakthrough Schools
Sep 2019 - Jun 2021
  • Maintained 200+ distribution lists in an on-premises Exchange Server
  • Homogenized data between Active Directory, Ultipro, and the badging system
  • Created an analysis on usage statistics of Breakthrough's Virtual Call Center
  • Published 100+ intranet articles on public relations, user guides, and internal communications using WordPress, HTML, and CSS
  • Trained IT interns in systems administration of SignUpGenius, Google Admin, and Exchange Admin Center
  • Worked as part of an IT team to run GreaterGiving software for the 2020 Breakthrough BASH & 2021 Breakthrough BASH; raised over $1MM in each
Programming Lab Assistant
John Carroll University
Sep 2020 - Dec 2020
  • Assisted professors in conducting technical Java programming labs
  • Instructed and assisted students in software applications and programming to enhance understanding of laboratory operations and reinforce academic concepts
  • Provided students with remote application support and answers to theoretical programming inquiries regarding software design
IT Tech Squad Intern
Breakthrough Schools
Jun 2019 - Sep 2019
  • Worked as a project team member to configure and deploy 1,400+ iPads using Mosyle and Apple School
  • Served on a team to powerwash, enroll, and label 5,000+ Chromebooks
  • Replaced iPad screens/digitizers and repaired Chromebook and Asus laptop screens and keyboards, saving over $8,000 in equipment costs

Projects

Personal Portfolio Website

This is my first portfolio website, hosted on GitHub Pages. The purpose of this page is to highlight my professional experience while simultaniously showcasing my web development skills. This website uses Unsplash to generate random background images each time the page is refreshed.

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery
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Delivered at Your Convenience (DYC)

In one of my university classes, we were tasked with creating a concept for an ecommerce service and pitch our idea in a presentation. DYC is a 24-hour convenience delivery service. Because it was a communications class, I originally built the site using Wix. I liked the outcome so much, I decided to rebuild an identical version using React.

  • React.js
  • JavaScript
  • HTML
  • CSS
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Student Planner App

I created a web app to help students maintain organization, with the goal of having a central place where students can manage their schoolwork without having to switch between multiple platforms. It has similar functionality to apps like My Study Life, Trello, and myHomework, but it also allows for Canvas integration. This means that when students link their Canvas account, it will be able to display schedule, upcoming assignments, current grades, and more directly in the app while still allowing them to add their own assignments/tasks.

  • Python
  • Flask
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • SQLAlchemy
  • Canvas LMS REST API
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Hunan Coventry Website

During my first semester of college, my final project for my Web Design and Image Processing class was to build a fully functional website with a topic and theme of our choosing, while also including the required components of the assignment (animations, dropdown lists, tables, etc). I created a responsive mock website for a local restaurant called Hunan Coventry.

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery
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Contact Me

Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, feel free to message me and I will get back to you ASAP!