Simon Whelan
A highly motivated and experienced professional seeking to transition into the field of Software Development and Cybersecurity as a Software or Devops Engineer.
Full Resume
A creative problem solver constantly seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions,
with an inherent ability to work efficiently and think outside the box.
Skilled in OOP, demonstrated by a 100% score in an Imperial College London-certified bootcamp, and more than 2 years of self-taught experience.
Proficient in developing and evaluating code in a wide range of front and back-end technologies.
A successful background in senior hospitality operations and management,
including experience in creative problem-solving, logical thinking, and team management,
equips me with a diverse skill set that is directly transferable to roles in Software Engineering and DevOps.
With a proven track record in managing complex operational systems and leading teams to success,
I'm prepared to bring these skills into a technical setting and contribute effectively to development and operations processes.
Creative problem solving | Flexible and Adaptable | Positive, Energetic and Proactive | Highly Efficient
Tools & Tech
Python
Git
AWS / Azure
CI / CD
MongoDB
Linux
Django
Docker
Certifications
CI/CD
A simple Flask Web App demonstrating CI/CD
The Flask application is a single-page web app that provides a brief introduction to the CI/CD pipeline and its
purpose.
The application is containerized using Docker, which simplifies deployment and ensures that it runs consistently
across different environments.
PassGen
My take on the ever popular Password Generator!
This is a simple Django web application that generates random passwords using Python's built-in string and secrets
modules.
The generated passwords can include lowercase and uppercase letters, digits, and punctuation characters.
Live Demo
StockControl
A Django web app designed to streamline a commercial catering facility's operations with features for stock control, recipe creation and costing, gross profit guidance, and more.
With the aim of providing a complete food management system, this project leverages my experience in the hospitality
industry to offer a user-friendly solution for monitoring food costs and kitchen management.
Video Demo
TaskManager
A feature-rich Task Management app built with Python & customTkinter
This program is based on a task manager originally created as a capstone project during a software engineering
bootcamp. I wanted to take it to the next level by adding a GUI to make the backend more user-friendly.
A great example of a complete software project that includes a GUI, database, and security features
Dev.to
As a dedicated developer and technology enthusiast, I am committed to sharing my knowledge and insights with others in the industry. I frequently post updates on dev.to discussing current projects, as well as analysis and commentary on industry news.