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I'm Alister David

Aspiring Software Engineer

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About Me

Adaptable and motivated aspiring software engineer with hands on experience in full stack development, real time systems, and data visualisation. Seeking a junior software or apprenticeship role to build on industry experience and contribute meaningfully to a development team.

Javascript React Node.js Python Python Docker PostgreSQL Git

Experience

Ophthalmic Theatre & Clinic Assistant

Newmedica Private Eyeclinic

Nov 2024 - Present
  • Assist in surgeries including cataract, oculoplastics, and vitreoretinal procedures
  • Support pre-op and post-op care, theatre preparation, and patient discharge
  • Perform OCT/autorefractor scans and scribe for consultants in diagnostic clinics
  • Proficient in OpenEyes and CPM for clinical and admin workflow

Apprentice Software Engineer

IQHQ - Defence & Security

Oct 2023 - Oct 2024
  • Built export functionality for dashboard logs (SQL, Express.js, PostgreSQL)
  • Integrated real time data capture for situational awareness device (React, WebSockets)
  • Developed interactive data visualisation tools (HTML Canvas, Chart.js)
  • Collaborated on full stack features in a secure, high-performance environment

Projects

01

Ripple - React Chat App

a secure real time chat app with end-to-end encryption, online presence, JWT auth, and a Node.js + PostgreSQL backend.

TypescriptReactNode.jsPostgreSQL
02

ADI Design Agency - Portfolio Website

Developed a responsive portfolio website with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to showcase creative media and enable client enquiries.

HTMLCSSJavascript

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Swansea University

2021 - 2023
  • Programming, Professional Issues, Concepts of Computer Science, Modelling, Computing Systems
  • Events Co-ordinator Swansea Mallu Soc
  • Sports Rep Swansea Asian Society
  • Football, Badminton, Basketball, Chess

Sixth Form

Cheney School

2019 - 2021
  • Computer Science, Biology, Physics
  • School Football Team
  • Coding Club

GCSE

Cheney School

2014 - 2019
  • Physics, Biology, English Literature, Geography, Religious Studies, Computer Science, Chemistry, History, Maths, English Language
  • 5 A*, 4 A, 2 B
  • School Football Team
  • Badminton Club
  • Completed Silver DofE

Certifications

CS50x Course

Harvard University Online

2023 - 2024
  • Gained strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and computational thinking
  • Programmed in Python, C, and SQL, developing coding proficiency
  • Built web development projects with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Practiced debugging, testing, and version control, preparing for real world software projects

Flying Start Program

University of Oxford, Department of Physics

2019 - 2020
  • Explored advanced physics concepts beyond standard curriculum, enhancing analytical skills
  • Attended weekly lectures and hands on sessions, practicing scientific reasoning
  • Completed problem solving tasks requiring critical thinking and data analysis
  • Built a strong foundation for STEM related learning and research approaches

Technology & Engineering Couse

Oxford Scholastica

2020 - 2020
  • Worked in international teams to design and build functional websites
  • Learned to apply engineering and design principles to practical challenges
  • Presented project outcomes to peers and mentors, improving communication and presentation skills
  • Gained experience in collaboration, planning, and iterative problem solving