David Wilson

Contact

davidwilson0403@gmail.com

Based in

Galway, Ireland

About Me

Hello! I'm a final year Computer Science student at University College Cork (UCC), eager to gain practical experience in the field through graduate roles and other opportunities.

With a strong foundation in programming languages such as Python, Java, and JavaScript, and a passion for Software/Web development. I've developed skills in both frontend and backend technologies through various projects and internships.

I'm dedicated to contributing my skills to a software development team and making a meaningful impact. When not coding, you can find me bouldering, skiing, or fixing electronics.

Skills & Technologies

Programming Languages

  • Python
  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • C

Web Development

  • Spring Boot & Vaadin
  • JavaScript
  • Bootstrap & Tailwind
  • React

Backend & Databases

  • Flask & Jinja
  • MySQL & PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB & SQLite
  • RESTful APIs

DevOps & Tools

  • Git, GitHub & GitLab
  • Docker & Kubernetes
  • Linux & Bash
  • VSCode & JetBrains IDEs

Work Experience

March 2024 - August 2024

IT Operations

EMBL • Heidelberg, DE

  • • Developed full-stack Java/Spring Boot applications and APIs, delivering robust and scalable solutions.
  • • Optimized loading times and efficiency of a data management application by over 30%, while reducing code complexity.
  • • Deployed applications using Docker and Kubernetes, leveraging CI/CD pipelines for automated and seamless deployments.
  • • Developed Python scripts to support the LDAP system, facilitating migration and synchronization.
  • • Designed and implemented custom APIs to interface with large-scale databases, ensuring performance and data integrity.

Education

2021 - 2025

BSc Computer Science

University College Cork • Cork, Ireland

Year 4: Android Development, Parallel & Grid Computing, Mobile & Wireless Networks, Network Security, IoT, AI

Year 3: Team Project (80%), C-Microcontrollers (80%), Advanced Java (65%), Cloud Infrastructure (59%), Ethical Hacking (52%), Networks and Data Communication (49%)

Year 2: Logic Design (72%), Intermediate Programming (69%), Information Storage & Management (65%), Usability Engineering (65%), Operating Systems (57%), Networking (56%)

Year 1: Web Development (81%), Programming (Python) (71%), Foundations of Computer Science (66%), Hardware Organization (63%)

2019 - 2021

Leaving Certificate

St. Joseph's Patrician College (The Bish) • Galway, Ireland

Subjects: Mathematics, Business, Accounting, DCG, Chemistry, English