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About Me

full-stack software developer with a background in academic research, teaching, and chemistry
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skills
  • Frameworks: Django Full-Stack (advanced), React (advanced), FastAPI (very proficient), SQLAlchemy (very proficient), NextJS (proficient)
  • Languages: Python (advanced), TypeScript (advanced), JavaScript (advanced), HTML/CSS (advanced), Java (out of practice)
  • Other technologies: LLMs (OpenAI, Gemini), cloud providers (GCP, AWS), Docker, Nix
  • Engineering practices: Agile, software design, database design, robust test suites, mentorship, collaborative problem solving, code review
  • User experience: wireframe mocks, user-led iterative design, user testing, user interviews
hobbies
  • sewing, especially myog-style projects
  • camping, ask me how to set up a tarp and I'll talk your ear off
  • currently working on folding 1000 paper cranes (as of mid-March 2025, I'm at 700 complete)
  • arduino projects when the inspiration strikes me
  • other various crafts and projects, my most recent being papier-maché eyeball helmets (à la The Residents). I recently got my hands on some retired payphone parts, which I plan to make into... something. Check back later.
administrivia
  • most excited about working for early-stage startups
  • happiest when I am doing true full-stack work - I don't want to be siloed
  • currently located in Sherbrooke, Quebec (mon français n'est pas parfait, mais j'apprends !)
  • authorized to work in the US and Canada
  • open to working remotely for Canadian companies (full-time) or American companies (full-time via an employer of record preferably, or as a contractor for the right opportunity)
© Clarissa Verish 2025