ABRAR JAWAD TARAFDER

CS Student @ York University

Toronto, ON, Canada My Website My Wix Website abrart1075@gmail.com

Profile

Note: **This is a CV (more detailed than a resume), my resume can be downloaded using the download button above**

I am passionate about continuous learning and innovation, I am a driven Computer Science student at York University actively seeking enriching opportunities in the realms of software development, data analytics, and digital marketing. As a Web Developer at WalkWithWeb, I've honed my expertise in crafting visually appealing and functional websites using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, and MYSQL Workbench. My proficiency extends to using PHP for efficient management of meta fields within archives, ensuring seamless user access to historical data.

In addition to my development acumen, I've ventured into the sphere of marketing, contributing significantly to strategy development, social media analysis, and graphic design using tools like Figma and Canva.

My professional journey spans roles as a Web Developer, Digital Outreach Research Assistant, Social Media Analyst, and Marketing Intern. These experiences have fortified my skills in data analytics, web design, graphic design, and digital outreach, fostering a versatile skill set primed for tackling multifaceted challenges.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at York University, I am enrolled in the Bergeron Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology certification program, a fusion of courses spanning engineering, business, and law. My academic rigor is complemented by hands-on experiences, including participation in hackathons and securing certifications in data analytics and programming languages.


In terms of technical skills, I am proficient in several programming languages including Python, Java, and C++.

Education

Hons. Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

York University (Lassonde School of Engineering) - Toronto, Ontario, Canada Sep 2022 - Dec 2026
  • Provost's Award
  • Entrance Award
  • Working towards a degree in Computer Science and taking courses related to Computer architecture, Discrete Mathematics and theory of Computation as well as OOP
  • Currently working Co-op

Hons. Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Ontario Tech University - Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Sep 2021 - Apr 2022
  • President's Honour's List Award
  • President's Honour's List Award
  • Entrance Award of Recognition
  • Transferred to York University

Skills

React
(0.5 years) 1
JavaScript
(1 years) 2
Html / CSS
(1 year) 2
Tailwind CSS
(1 year) 2
Java
(1 year) 4
Assembly
(0.5 year) 2
C++
(2 years) 3
OOP
(2 years) 4
WIX
(2 years) 4
WordPress
(2 years) 4
Web Design
(2 years) 4
Bootstrap 4
(2 years) 5
MongoDB
(1 years) 2
MySQL
(0.5 years) 1
Git / Github
(2 years) 3
Canva
(5 years) 4
Figma
(3 year) 4
Python
(2 year) 4
MailChimp
(1+ years) 4
Adobe Photoshop
(1+ years) 2
LaTex
(0.5 years) 2
Microsoft Office
(4+ years) 5
Google Drive
(4+ years) 5
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Experience

OT Operations Intern (Co-op)

May 2024 - May 2025 | Hydro One
  • Teams worked with (as part of the Data Services Team): DBR Subteam, TX Applications, OT Operations Tools

  • Data Services: Redesigned SharePoint for the Data Services team, collaborating with two subteams to facilitate a smooth migration. Supported display building by addressing functionality issues and conducting validation on builds. Integrated Power Automate for notifications in the new SharePoint. Assisted in acquiring a transmission station by mapping and uploading equipment nameplate photos. Managed daily uploads of equipment nameplate photos, ensuring accuracy and tracking in-service dates. Developed and refined a Power Automate tracker to monitor photo submissions and verify missing equipment nameplate photos before uploading. Loading all of the EMS and its other processes while also creating thorough documentation for each process.
  • DBR Subteam (TX Applications): Collaborated with the Data Services and TX Applications team to design and develop an in-house application for biweekly Database Releases. Built this fully responsive application using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring server performance. Wrote automation scripts to streamline other Data Services processes with this application.
  • OT Operations Tools: Automated error handling on GitLab using Python scripts to parse and convert error details into XML format. Improved the external pipeline for enhanced functionality. Contributed to the development of an AI chatbot for internal tools. Assisted in building and optimizing data services pipelines.
Skill Areas
  • Networking
  • Scada
  • Gitlab
  • DevOps
  • Data Migration
  • Kanban
  • CI/CD
  • Python
  • Jira Kanban Board

Web Developer & Digital Outreach Research Assistant

May 2023 - May 2024 | WalkWithWeb
  • Software Development: Researched and implemented websites using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and JavaScript facilitating seamless user interaction within a visually captivating and dynamic environment.
  • Software Development: Developed websites (including an e-book website) from scratch using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JS and MYSQL Workbench to showcase the data allowing users to have easy access to historical data with the help of PHP to edit meta fields of a collection of archives.
  • Marketing: Designed Figma wireframes for the websites, contributed significantly to marketing strategies, social media analysis, and graphic design by designing templates, banners and posts on Canva for easy navigation to WalkWithWeb and its partners.
  • Marketing: Designed templates, banners and posts on Canva for easy navigation to WalkWithWeb and its partners increasing post engagement by 20%.
Skill Areas
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • PHP
  • Bootstrap
  • Canva
  • Figma
  • MailChimp
  • Adobe Photoshop

Social Media Analyst

Mar 2023 - May 2023 | InTech
  • Conducted analytics research on prospective clients and engagements.
  • Collaborated to develop an enhanced layout for social media pages and devised effective post tactics to promote the field of Cybersecurity to individuals interested in learning.
Skill Areas
  • Canva
  • Figma
  • Data Analytics
  • Social Media Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • MongodDB

Software Development & Digital Marketing Intern

Jun 2022 - Jan 2023 | Opal, llc
  • Software Development: Improved the layout and styled Opal's social media website using HTML & CSS.
  • Software Development: Collaborated on, created and tested the beta prototype for Opal's social media website on Figma.
  • Software Development: Collaborated on adding feature in which the user ID is displayed when a user follows another user and storing it in the database for easy access.
  • Digital Marketing: Generated Social Media bio's for Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter
  • Digital Marketing: Provided feedback on upcoming social media posts ahead of new app launch and edited and created a content calendar which significantly improved scheduling for posts.
  • Digital Marketing: Analyzed social media post tactics and integrate them into Opal's social media outlines.
  • Digital Marketing: Implemented text letting users know there are no posts if the featured and normal posts tabs are empty on the social media website using HTML & CSS resulting in user satisfaction.
Skill Areas
  • Canva
  • Figma
  • Data Analytics
  • Social Media Analytics
  • Digital Marketing

Digital Marketer, Web Designer & Advertisement Designer

May 2022 - Sep 2022 | EasyTraffic
  • Created personalized Facebook and LinkedIn pages
  • Created demo advertisements for prospective clients using Canva and Figma
  • Reached out to clients through social media platforms
  • Planned and designed the business website collaboratively
Skill Areas
  • Canva
  • Figma
  • Data Analytics
  • Social Media Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Web Design

Physics Tutor

Oct 2020 - Mar 2021 | Freelance
Skill Areas
  • Physics

Sales Associate

Jun 2020 - Aug 2020 | Global Commodities Traders Inc.
  • Remotely researched and identified buyers of products in select international markets.
  • Communicated with the buyers to promote the products for sale.
Skill Areas
  • Sales
  • Microsoft Office

Volunteer Experience

Student Ambassador

Apr 2023 - Apr 2024 | Jarvis Consulting Group
  • Leading a team of 14 Computer Science and Engineering students to engage in immersive tech-related events.
  • Leveraging development toolkits to actively engage in these experiences, resulting in a Hackathon win.
Skill Areas
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Bootstrap

Student Ambassador

Jul 2023 - Dec 2023 | Microsoft
  • Actively pursuing a diverse range of certifications using platforms such as Github, MSLearn and Microsoft Teams.
  • Collaborated with other ambassadors and mentors by taking part in learning workshops.
Skill Areas
  • Github

Hackathon Participant & Other Short Term Volunteering

Devpost, York University, Ontario Tech University
  • Took part in 5 Hackathons: E2E Encrypted Everything @Hack '21, CalHacks 8.0 '21, McHacks 9.0 '22, Jarvis Ambassador Hackathon '23 (won 1st place), UNHack '23 (Top 8 / 150).
  • Student Service Volunteer for 2 Semesters at Ontario Tech University.
Skill Areas
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Bootstrap
  • Python

Projects

Certificates

Google Data Analytics Certificate

Nov 2020 | Coursera

Markets Virtual Experience Program

Jan 2022 | JP Morgan

Human Resources Virtual Experience Program

Dec 2021 | General Electric

Job Ready Virtual Experience Program

Dec 2021 | Australia New Zealand Banking Group

Accenture Virtual Experience Program

Dec 2021 | Accenture

Solutions Architect Virtual Experience Program

Dec 2021 | Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Relevant Courses

Data Structures and Algorithms

York University

Software Tools

York University

Advanced OOP

York University

Applied Linear Algebra

York University

Elementary Probability & Statistics

York University

Research Directions in Computing

York University

Statistics for Social Science

York University

Computer Organization

York University

Discrete Mathematics for CS I & II

York University

Intro to CS(C++), Intro to Python, Intro to OOP(Java)

York University

Intro to Theory of Computation

York University

Computer Architecture

Ontario Tech University

Calculus I, II & III

Ontario Tech University

Physics I & II

Ontario Tech University

Languages

  • English (Native proficiency)
  • Bengali (Native proficiency)
  • Arabic (Basic proficiency)
  • Hindi/Urdu (Basic proficiency)

Interests

Photography
Travel
Gaming
Fitness
Sports

Updated: Oct 15, 2024