aboutexperienceprojects

Victoria Kim

Software Developer

Hi, most call me Torie! I thrive in the intersection between artistic creativity and technical solutions, translating ideas and building user-friendly, robust applications. Based in Boston, MA.

landing profile picture of Torie sitting in dramatic bushes
abstract art

Fullstack Development

I blend creative design with technical solutions to construct digital landscapes with intuitive user experiences and efficient backend functionality.

abstract art

Graphic Design

I craft bespoke logos, brands, and websites that encapsulate the unique personality and business identity of my clients, ensuring their brand stands out authentically.

abstract art

Mentorship

I find joy in teaching and guiding aspiring students, witnessing their evolution into skilled professionals in the tech industry.

Skills

Languages

  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • SQL
  • Swift

Frameworks

  • Node.js
  • React
  • Redux
  • Express
  • React Native
  • Next.js
  • Tailwind

Libraries

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • styled-components
  • Socket.io
  • Anime.js

Tools

  • Git
  • Heroku
  • Webpack
  • Babel
  • Expo
  • Docker
  • Elasticsearch
  • Retool

Database

  • PostgreSQL
  • NoSQL
  • Redis
  • Firebase & Firestore
  • Sequelize
  • TypeORM
  • Prisma

Knowledge

  • OOP
  • Agile
  • TDD (Mocha, Chai, Jasmine)
  • APIs
  • CI/CD
  • MVC

Experience

Mentor II

Jul 2023 - present

Fullstack Academy x Amazon Career Choice

Mentor and teach students on technical skills and adherence to best practices while bridging the gap between academic curriculum and practical application. Conduct code reviews to provide feedback based on deliverables and rubrics.

Javascript

HTML & CSS

React

Express

SQL

Freelance Software Engineer

Jun 2023 - present

Beat the Streets New England

Spearhead the development of a youth athletics web app as the technical lead, guiding the implementation of features, such as student check-ins, education resource management, curriculum building, and chat functionalities.

Typescript

React

Express

TypeORM

PostgreSQL

Software Engineer

Feb 2022 - Jan 2023

Liftoff Mobile (Influence)

Drove optimal performance, functionality, and scalability across the stack for the Influence platform to harness the power of effective performance ads made by authentic content creators. Implemented key features and maintained The Plug, an influencer monetization app boasting 10k+ verified creators.

Typescript

React

Redux

Node.js

Express

Sequelize

SQL

PostgreSQL

Redis

ElasticSearch

Software Engineer Fellow

Jul 2021 - Feb 2022

Fullstack Academy

Mentored 2 cohorts (30+ students each) on technical skills and concepts, data structures and algorithms, and software architecture while organizing impactful workshops and modernizing the student codebase. Led as a Project Manager for 5 teams of 3-4 developers using Agile methologies during entire software development cycle.

Javascript

React

Redux

Node.js

Express

PostgreSQL

Projects

project image

Portfolio Website

Website / SPA

You're on it now! Inspired by the photo taken of me by photographer Alyssa Blumstein. Used Figma to wireframe. I was motivated to learn and use Next and Tailwind, because of their popularity in the indstury.

Typescript

Next.js

React

Tailwind CSS

project image

Tingle

Social Media Mobile App

Social dating app that cultivates connections between users through selected niche interests (from a list of 150+). Features 13 distinct screen views, Firebase Auth, matching, search, chat, NUX onboarding. Team of 3.

React Native

Redux

Node.js

Expo

Firebase

project image

Plate Hopper

Fullstack E-commerce Website

A meal-kit delivery service inspired by cuisines from around the world. Features auth login, browse, persistent cart features for logged in users. Team of 4.

React

Redux

Node.js

Express

Sequelize

PostgreSQL

project image

API that allows clients to create and manage a personal budget using envelope budgeting principles.

Typescript

Node.js

Express

Prisma

project image

Problem Solving Patterns

Teaching Resource

An introduction to common problem-solving patterns in data structures and algorithms following the REACTO (Read, Example, Approach, Code, Test, Optimize) approach

Slidev

Javascript

Vite

Vue

Markdown

project image

Structy Algos

Algo Study

Personal work, progress, and solutions to Alvin Zablan's prep guide to data structures and algorithm interviews on Structy.net

Javascript

Node.js

Chai

Mocha

project image

Leetcode 75

Algo Study

Personal progress and solutions to questions in Leetcode 75.

Javascript

© Torie Kim. All Rights Reserved.