About 👨🍳👨💻
Here you will find more information about me, what I do, and list of my current skills in programming
My Story
As a former chef with experience working in some of the most prestigious kitchens in country, I developed a keen eye for detail and a passion for excellence. When I graduated from Eastern Florida State College (EFSC) with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems Technology in 2021, I knew that my culinary background could bring a unique perspective to my new career path.
In pursuing my interest in web development, I have completed several online courses with freeCodeCamp, including Responsive Web Design and JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures. I am currently working through the Zero to Mastery Academy Complete React Developer course to expand my knowledge and skills and gain hands-on experience with building websites and applications.
In addition to my work in technology, I founded and served as student president of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) EFSC Chapter, demonstrating my leadership skills and ability to collaborate with others to achieve a common goal.
As an avid scuba diver and currently a Divemaster candidate with Dayo Scuba, I hold several certifications, including Helitrox Decompression Diver, which demonstrates my skills and discipline for decompression dives and using up to 35% helium in scuba cylinders. My experience as a scuba diver has taught me the value of persistence, attention to detail, and the importance of safety, all of which I bring to my professional life.
In the long term, I hope to leverage my skills and experience in technology to create solutions that make a positive impact on the world. Whether through developing innovative applications or creating impactful websites, I am committed to using my skills for good and making a difference in the world.
Daniel Wernz
My Skills
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
React
Bootstrap
Material-UI
Node
Express
MongoDB
mongoose
PostgreSQL
C++
Java
C#
Kotlin
Python
.NET
.NET Core
ASP.NET
GitHub
IntelliJ
npm
Raspberry Pi
Arduino
sass
vs code
npm
Firebase
Redux
Next.js
Scratch
React Native
.NET MAUI
Android Studio
Azure
Canva
Work Experience
FIRST LEGO League Coach
Shark Bytes Team #60097
May 2023 to Present
- Oversees a team of up to ten students in grades 4 to 6, helping them develop STEM-related skills.
- Mentor students in software development using scratch and Python programming using LEGO's Spike software to program a robot to complete 15 missions in 150 seconds.
- Educate students and parents on the fundamentals of programming design and logic and the importance of documentation that can be applied to any programming language.
- Assist students with LeoCAD, a LEGO CAD software to keep record of design builds for the robot.
- Oversee the design and development of the team website.
Divemaster Candidate
Dayo Scuba
January 2022 to Present
- Assist Dive Instructor(s) with certification classes, by supervising groups during dives in open water conditions, ensuring the safety of scuba divers.
- Aid in merchandise at the dive shop, helping to sell over $5,000 in dive gear during the summer months.
- Fill, inspect, and analyze several hundred scuba cylinders with varying oxygen, nitrogen, and helium levels.
Office Assistant
Itani Medical
January 2023 to April 2023
- Called patients to collect over $6000 in overdue payments, maintain accurate records of payment transactions, and resolved billing and payment-related issues with patients and insurance providers.
- Provided patients with detailed explanations of their billing statements, while maintaining confidentiality of patient information and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Created and maintained a database with over 400 patients as a call log for patients when contacted about billing and generating reports to the Office Manager.
- Troubleshot and fixed computer hardware and software issues.
Executive Recruiter
Lee Hecht Harrison
March 2022 to November 2022
- Responsible for full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, interviewing, qualifying, and placement of a full range of IT and non-IT candidates for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire positions.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and goals.
- Leveraged multiple sourcing strategies and channels to provide high-quality candidates for open positions, including external networks, job boards, and internal referrals.
- Screened resumes, interviewed qualified candidates, evaluated skill level, managed offer profess, reference checks, and made salary recommendations.
Junior Apprentice
The Greenbrier
November 2017 to September 2019
- Responsible as Junior Apprentice to assist in mentoring line cooks through 20 food and beverage outlets and assisting leadership with disciplinary actions if necessary.
- Brought forth new ideas identifying different key elements of menu creation with leadership in the Main Dining Room, serving 250 people a night on average.