Alex Dang - Senior Django Developer

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Alex Dang

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Django Python Full-stack Machine Learning Deep Learning AWS Azure RabbitMQ React.js AngularJS Java Scala

Introduction

Alex Dang boasts over a decade of experience with the Python language, with 7 years dedicated to specializing in Django. He is an expert in utilizing advanced machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow to create intelligent, data-driven applications and is proficient in Azure Cloud services like Azure Machine Learning, Blob Storage, Queue, and App Configuration for optimal application performance and scalability. Alex excels in optimizing production performance and developer experiences, striving for simple, organized, high-quality development. His strong expertise spans web technologies and related tools within the ecosystem. Alex is skilled in distributed computing with Ray and Dask, and adept in real-time data processing and messaging systems using Redis and RabbitMQ. He has extensive experience in containerizing and orchestrating applications with Kubernetes (K8s) for efficient deployment and management. Alex is versatile across multiple programming languages and frameworks, including Java 8, DropWizard, Scala, Ruby/Ruby on Rails, and Flutter. He is well-versed in database technologies such as Cassandra, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Solarsearch, and MySQL. His front-end expertise includes AngularJS, ReactJS, and TypeScript, enabling him to develop dynamic, responsive user interfaces. Additionally, Alex is experienced with CI/CD tools like TeamCity and Jenkins, as well as cloud platforms like AWS, ensuring streamlined development processes and robust infrastructure. He has full professional proficiency in English, having studied and worked abroad for multiple years.

Project list

AI Financial Extraction Tool - New Zealand

This is an AI-driven tool designed to automatically extract financial information from invoices and seamlessly import it into third-party applications. Additionally, the product features AI assistant capabilities, allowing it to comprehend information from customers' websites and provide question-and-answer functionalities via email.

Maintain and improve the backend by adding tests and new features. Improve the CI/CD process for increased reliability through the addition of end-to-end tests, ensuring seamless product performance. Maintain and enhance the frontend. Integrate with ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs).

Technologies: Django, LLM, Python, AWS, Workato Automation, React, NodeJS, Playwright

Axon Machine Learning Platform

The project involves building a comprehensive machine learning platform that enables rapid processing of substantial data volumes for AI applications. The platform is comprised of numerous microservices, each serving distinct purposes such as data annotation, data processing, model training, evaluation, and dashboards for result visualization.

Design, build, and scale AI infrastructure for various projects across multiple data domains. Shape the team's engineering culture, establish best practices, and set technical direction to ensure projects are delivered timely and are ready for scaling. Develop AI models for the project.

Technologies: Python, Pytorch, Tensorflow, AWS, AzureML, Azure Storage Queue, Redis, Scala, MySQL, RabbitMQ, Thrift, Deep Learning, K8s, Django, ReactJS, React, Typescript

Algorithmic Trading Software Development

Development of software solutions for algorithmic trading, focusing on automated trading systems that utilize proprietary algorithms and efficient infrastructure for hyperparameter tuning and backtesting.

Build software to facilitate automated trading using predefined private algorithms. Design and develop infrastructure for distributed hyperparameter searching. Conduct backtesting on local clusters to optimize trading strategies.

Technologies: Dask, Ray, Python, Pandas, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning

Zalora E-commerce Platform

The project focuses on maintaining a comprehensive e-commerce platform that offers a vast array of fashion items for purchase.

Build and maintain the website. Add new features requested by the project manager. Fix bugs and write tests. Design new microservices.

Technologies: PHP, SolarSearch, Python, MariaDB, ReactJS, AWS, Javascript

Wego Flight and Hotel Search Optimization - Singapore

This project focuses on enhancing a major flight and hotel search website in Asia, aiming to improve performance, reliability, and deployment efficiency.

Handle the backend for flight and hotel searches Speed up business data loading from hours to minutes Lead the transformation of outdated servers by incorporating Dropwizard and various Netflix technologies to enhance fault tolerance Implement automatic, gradual deployment of multiple servers to accelerate the deployment process

Technologies: Java, Dropwizard, Vertx, Netflix's stack, MySQL, Ruby on Rails, Spring, ElasticSearch, Prometheus, Grafana, ReactJS, AWS

XBRLWorks - Singapore

XBRLWorks was a pioneering startup focused on utilizing the XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) to enhance businesses by providing a more efficient and transparent reporting process.

Design and implement our first responsive web app using AngularJS. Design and create Excel auto-import features to help customers get started with XBRL quickly and smoothly.

Technologies: Java, AngularJS, Eclipse Application Platform

VietPark App

VietPark is a mobile application I developed from scratch to explore mobile development using Flutter and to analyze the app market. It has garnered around 500 users and includes numerous features to assist car drivers in Vietnam with finding parking spaces, understanding traffic laws, viewing traffic cameras, and more.

Build software to enable automatic trading using predefined private algorithms. Build infrastructure for distributed hyper-parameter searching and backtesting on local clusters.

Technologies: Flutter, Firebase

Best PDF Crop Tool

This project offers a versatile range of tools aimed at simplifying, enhancing, and streamlining your digital experience and workflow.

Building and coding

Technologies: Python, Django

The Travel Blueprint

The Travel Blueprint is a travel blog that shares captivating and entertaining travel stories, tips, advice, and photography.

Building and coding

Technologies: Ruby on Rails, MySQL, Heroku

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