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Hello, I'm

Jason Chimdinma Jason

Software Engineer

I build practical, user centered software with a focus on AI, full stack development, and real world impact.

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About

Image of Jason Chimdinma Jason by Meta's Monument sign in Menlo Park Office

Education

B.Sc Computer Science · B.Sc Computer Information Systems

Grambling State University

I’m a Computer Science and Computer Informations Systems double major at Grambling State University, building full-stack applications that actually ship — real clients, real users, real problems. I work across the whole stack but I'm drawn to the frontend: the intersection of engineering and design where a good decision is both technically sound and visually right. I care about how things look and feel, not just whether they work. Outside of engineering, I have a strong creative streak. I paint, draw, read, play chess, watch sports, and unwind with my PS5. Those interests keep me curious, balanced, and open to new ways of thinking — qualities that shape how I learn and build. I also explore cloud computing and the security foundations behind it as part of strengthening my broader technical skill set. I’m excited to keep growing as an engineer by taking on challenging projects, collaborating with talented teams, and expanding my experience across full-stack development, design, and security.

Experience

Software Engineering Intern

Meta

Menlo Park, CA • May 2026 – Aug 2026

Selected for Meta's competitive SWE Internship on the Messenger Data Use team. Will contribute to data and privacy infrastructure for Messenger, serving over 1 billion users globally

Student Software Developer

Grambling State University

Grambling, LA • Jan 2026 – Present

Design, build, and maintain the GSU Clubs & Organizations Portal, a full-stack production platform used my org members accross campus. Own the department's web infrastructure end-to-end

Software Engineering Intern

Meta (Meta University)

Menlo Park, CA • Jun 2025 – Aug 2025

Engineered full-stack features for Meta’s Horizon OS developer tooling and built FitSync , an AI-enhanced MERN fitness tracker with secure auth and real-time device sync.

Software Testing Intern

Phillips Consulting Limited

Remote • May 2024 – Jul 2024

Improved automated test reliability and collaborated with developers to resolve compatibility issues.

Mastercard X AUC Data Science Initiative

Mastercard & AUC

Atlanta, GA • April 2026

Competed as part of a 3-person team in a Mastercard-sponsored competition hosted at the Atlanta University Center. Reached the final round, presenting to a panel of industry judges including professionals from Mastercard.

Code2Career

Google & BASTA

Remote • Oct 2025 - Present

Participating in a Google-led technical and professional development program focused on DSA mastery, mock interviews, and career preparation for competitive SWE roles.

BeSmart Hackathon

Black Enterprise & American Airlines

Charlotte, NC • Nov 2025

Developed and pitched a technical solution at the BeSmart Hackathon, placing 4th out of 62 teams across 43 schools in a fast-paced, collaborative competition.

Code2040 Fellowship

Code2040

Remote • Sep 2025 - Sep 2026

Currently part of the Code2040 Fellowship, gaining mentorship and technical interview preparation.

NVIDIA Summer Bridge

NVIDIA

Remote • Jun 2025 - Aug 2025

Participated in an intensive introductory program focused on CS fundamentals and technical readiness.

AT&T Technology Academy

AT&T

Remote • Jun 2025 - Aug 2025

Completed AT&T’s Technology Academy, gaining hands-on experience with networking, cloud systems, and modern telecom technologies.

Startup School

HBCUvc

Palo Alto, CA • Jun 2025

Participated in HBCU Startup School over the summer, learning startup fundamentals, MVP design, and entrepreneurial problem-solving.

Consulting Externship

Urban Strategies Council

Remote • Apr 2025 - Jun 2025

Contributed to equity-focused consulting projects by analyzing community data, generating insights, and supporting research for impact-driven initiatives

Python Tutor

Grambling State University

Grambling, LA • Jan 2025 - Apr 2025

Supported students in introductory Python, debugging code and explaining core programming concepts.

Software Engineering Intern - Meta

Menlo Park, CA • May 2026 - Aug 2026

  • Selected for Meta's competitive SWE Internship on the Messenger Data Use team.
  • Will contribute to data and privacy infrastructure for Messenger, serving over 1 billion users globally.

Student Software Developer - Grambling State University

Grambling, LA • Jan 2026 - Present

  • Design, build, and maintain the GSU Clubs & Organizations Portal, a full-stack production platform serving students, org presidents, and admins across campus. Own the department's web infrastructure end-to-end
  • Architected role-based UIs and authentication for three distinct user types (visitors, org presidents, admins), each with tailored navigation, permissions, and editing controls using PostgreSQL, Prisma, and Supabase
  • Promoted from Reservations Team into a developer role after independently shipping process improvements

Software Engineering Intern - Meta (Meta University)

Menlo Park, CA • June 2025 - August 2025

  • Accepted into Meta University SWE Internship Program from ~15,000 applicants (0.6% acceptance rate).
  • Built FitSync, a MERN-based fitness tracker integrating LLM-generated plans, WebSocket sync, and adaptive encryption based on device/network context.
  • Implemented dual authentication (Firebase + JWT), Nutritionix API integration, and full-stack CRUD for meals/workouts with interactive progress tracking.
  • Worked on Meta’s Horizon OS Developer Ed team, unifying documentation infrastructure for Reality Labs devs using React, GraphQL, and Markdown-based CMS pipelines.

Software Testing Intern - Phillips Consulting

Remote • May 2024 - July 2024

  • Increased test pass rate by 25% by optimizing and refining automated test suites in collaboration with developers to resolve browser and OS compatibility issues.
  • Accelerated bug resolution cycle by logging high-priority defects in Jira, complete with severity levels, repro steps and annotated screenshots.
  • Participated in Agile QA workflows and bug triage meetings, gaining hands-on experience with manual and exploratory testing, test case execution, and defect lifecycle management.

Mastercard X AUC Data Science Challenge

Atlanta, GA • April 2026

  • Finalist

NVIDIA Summer Bridge

Remote • Jun 2025 - Aug 2025

  • Selected for NVIDIA’s Summer Bridge Program, completing an accelerated curriculum in computer science foundations including data structures, algorithms, and problem-solving techniques.
  • Participated in technical workshops led by NVIDIA engineers on GPU computing, AI/ML career pathways, and best practices for early-career engineers.
  • Gained exposure to industry expectations for technical interviews, engineering readiness, and long-term growth in software and AI fields.

Code2Career

Remote • Oct 2025 - Present

  • Completed Google-led technical interview prep sessions covering data structures, algorithms, problem-solving patterns, and whiteboard best practices.
  • Received 1:1 mentorship on career planning, goal setting, and building a competitive SWE recruiting strategy tailored to industry expectations.
  • Participated in workshops on resume refinement, personal storytelling, and navigating behavioral interviews using structured frameworks.
  • Developed industry-aligned skills through guided mock interviews, peer practice sessions, and real-time feedback from Google engineers and BASTA coaches.
  • Gained exposure to pathways in software engineering, product development, and cloud technologies through curated career development modules.

BeSmart Hackathon

Charlotte, NC • Nov 2025

  • Competed in the BeSmart Hackathon, building an AI-driven solution for a real-world community problem and placing 4th out of 62 teams across 43 schools.
  • Developed SafeLink Mesh AI, an offline-capable emergency communication platform using AI-powered message routing and decentralized mesh networking to support communities during crises.
  • Led frontend development and built the app’s social media–style broadcast feed, enabling users to share alerts, resources, and location updates through an intuitive interface post-crisis.
  • Collaborated with teammates to integrate AI routing logic, define user flows, and deliver a final technical pitch evaluated by industry judges for innovation and community impact.

Code2040 Fellowship

Remote • Sep 2025 - Sep 2026

  • Selected for the Code2040 Tech Fellowship, a program supporting Black and Latinx technologists through mentorship, career development, and industry exposure.
  • Actively participating in structured technical interview preparation including algorithms practice, mock interviews, and problem-solving workshops led by industry engineers.
  • Engaged in ongoing 1:1 mentorship focused on navigating the tech industry, strengthening professional presence, and preparing for software engineering internships.
  • Participating in cohort sessions on equity in tech, leadership development, and designing inclusive, community-centered products.
  • Building a professional network through speaker events, community meetups, and collaboration with peers pursuing software engineering careers.

AT&T Technology Academy

Remote • Jun 2025 - Aug 2025

  • Completed AT&T’s Technology Academy, covering networking, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity fundamentals, and modern telecom systems.
  • Gained hands-on experience with networking configurations, routing concepts, and cloud service models through guided labs and exercises.
  • Explored enterprise telecom technologies including 5G architectures, edge computing, and scalable network design.
  • Participated in career development workshops on technical interviewing, communication skills, and navigating enterprise tech roles.
  • Collaborated with peers on technical challenges to strengthen problem-solving and applied understanding of networked systems.

Startup School

Palo Alto, CA • Jun 2025

  • Selected to participate in HBCU Startup School, a venture-focused program teaching startup fundamentals, product development, and entrepreneurial problem-solving.
  • Learned frameworks for identifying user pain points, validating ideas, designing MVPs, and building sustainable business models.
  • Collaborated with peers to prototype solutions using lean startup methods, iterative design, and rapid feedback cycles.
  • Participated in workshops on storytelling, pitching, market research, and customer discovery led by founders and industry professionals.
  • Developed technical and business documentation for early-stage product planning, including feature scoping, value propositions, and user-journey mapping.

Consulting Externship

Remote • Apr 2025 - Jun 2025

  • Completed a consulting externship with Urban Strategies Council, contributing to data-driven research projects focused on community equity and social impact.
  • Analyzed community datasets using spreadsheet tools and statistical methods to identify trends, disparities, and actionable insights for policy recommendations.
  • Supported research efforts by synthesizing findings into clear summaries, reports, and visualizations for internal and community stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine project scopes, validate data sources, and ensure alignment with community-focused goals.
  • Participated in workshops on equity-centered consulting, evidence-based decision-making, and applying data for community advocacy.

Python Tutor

Grambling, LA • Jan 2025 - Apr 2025

  • Tutored and supported 50+ students in introductory Python, covering core programming concepts such as variables, loops, functions, file handling, and basic object-oriented programming.
  • Improved student debugging skills by guiding them through error tracing, logic correction, and best practices for writing clean and efficient code.
  • Led lab sessions and facilitated group problem-solving activities to strengthen understanding of algorithms, fundamental data structures, and exam preparation.
  • Boosted student performance by providing personalized explanations, tailored learning strategies, and step-by-step support on difficult concepts.
  • Assisted instructors by reviewing assignments, creating supplementary examples, and supporting students during hands-on coding exercises.

Projects

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Craig Events & Entertainments

Craig Events & Entertainments is a production client website built for a full-service event planning company based in Grambling, LA. The site showcases the company's services including catering, decoration, coordination, photography, videography, and MC/DJ management. It features a multi-step conditional booking inquiry form, photo gallery, testimonials carousel, scroll animations, and a fully responsive black and gold branded design. Deployed on Vercel with a custom domain and Formspree for form handling.

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SafeLink

SafeLink Mesh AI is a comprehensive offline-first mesh networking system designed for disaster relief and emergency communications. When traditional internet infrastructure fails, SafeLink enables peer-to-peer communication, emergency alerts, and relief coordination through Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and WiFi Direct mesh networks.

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GSU Clubs & Organizations Portal

GSU Clubs Portal is a full-stack organization directory utilized by Grambling State University that centralizes every club and Greek organization in one place. Presidents can securely manage their org's constitution and bylaws documents through a password-protected editor, while admins maintain oversight across all organizations. It solves the problem of scattered or inaccessible org information by providing a clean public directory backed by a real database, with documents and file attachments persisted in cloud storage.

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MayaCare

MayaCare is a maternal health advocacy platform built to address the Black maternal mortality crisis. It helps mothers track symptoms, prepare for doctor visits, and recognize warning signs using a transparent, rule-based triage system. By centering racial equity and self-advocacy, MayaCare equips mothers with tools to be heard, informed, and protected throughout pregnancy and postpartum care.

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FitSync

FitSync is a web-based fitness tracking application that allows users to log meals and workouts, visualize their nutrition intake and calorie output, and stay consistent with fitness goals. It solves the problem of overwhelming or paywalled fitness tools by offering a clean platform powered by real food/exercise data via the Nutritionix API.

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Reminisce

Reminisce is a voice-first AI memory companion built for seniors with early-stage memory loss, designed to feel like a caring companion rather than a traditional assistant. It uses a low-latency RAG architecture with long-term memory, natural speech interaction, and real-time visual reminders to help users remember personal details and daily tasks without any typing. Built with Gemini 2.0 Flash, Pinecone, FastAPI, and a custom ElevenLabs voice, Reminisce prioritizes speed, empathy, and accessibility.

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QuantSim

QuantSim is an algorithmic trading backtesting platform for strategy research and performance analysis. It includes an event-driven backtesting engine with transaction costs, slippage, and latency modeling. Supports Momentum (MA Crossover), Mean Reversion (Z-Score), and Pairs Trading strategies.

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Flixter

Flixster is a responsive movie discovery web application built with React and The Movie Database API. The app allows users to browse current movies in a dynamic grid layout, search by title, and sort results by release date, rating, or alphabetical order. Each movie card displays key details and opens a modal with extended information, including runtime, genres, overview, and backdrop imagery. The project emphasizes accessibility, semantic HTML, responsive design, and clean user interactions while demonstrating real-world API integration, state management, and component-driven UI development.

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VisionCare

VisionCare is a lightweight web application inspired by the EyecareLive Vision Test, designed to help users assess their visual acuity from home using a laptop or desktop paired with a smartphone. The application guides users through the testing process and allows them to securely save and view their test results. It’s intended as a preliminary screening tool, NOT a replacement for a full eye exam.

Skills

Languages

JavaScript TypeScript Python Java Go PHP (Hack) HTML5 CSS3 SQL

Frameworks & Libraries

React Next.js Node.js Express.js FastAPI Flask Django TailwindCSS React Native

Databases & Cloud

PostgreSQL MongoDB Prisma Firebase Supabase Pinecone Vercel Render

Tools & Concepts

Git GraphQL REST APIs WebSockets JWT/OAuth Jira Figma RAG Agile CI/CD

Contact

Let's Connect

Whether you have a project in mind, want to discuss tech, or just want to say hi. I'd love to hear from you.