© 2015 Zuri Hunter.

Zuri Hunter

Howard Alumni | Developer & Analyst
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Who am I?

AMBITOUS. PASSIONATE. RESILIENT. Those are the three traits that will reveal to you who am I.

I recently graduated from Howard University in May 2015 with a Bachelors in Computer Information Systems. I have a strong passion for exploring and teaching web development. I am looking to gain more experience and exposure in the web development field in creating and analyzing major web applications that can stand as a product or help support the underlining operations of a businesss.

In my spare time I volunteer as Ruby on Rails Leader and Mentor Coordinator for Women Who Code , a mentor in Black Girls Code and participate in Hackathons within the DMV area.

I also do freelance work for Almece on the side for developing web applications using Ruby on Rails, HTML/CSS and Javascript.

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Skills & Attributes

Ruby on Rails
HTML/CSS/Bootstrap
Java
Python
Git
SQL
Amazon Web Service

Languages

English

Community Service

Black Girls Code
A non-profit organization dedicated to teaching and sparking interest in African American girls betweent the age of 8-15 in the technology industry.
Women Who Code
Women Who Code is a U.S. based non-profit dedicated to inspiring women to excel in technology careers. We connect amazing women with other like minded amazing women around the globe who unite under one simple notion-- the world of technology is much better with women in it.

My Specialities

Back-End Development

Build the brain, database and logic of the web application.

Front-End Web Development

Create flashy, appealing modern design websites for users.

System Analyst

Research requirements for system development.

Education

September 2006 - June 2010
Essex County Vocational Technical High School
Earned my high school diploma with a concentration in "Business Technology."
August 2010 - May 2015
Howard University
Earned my bachelors in Computer Information Systems.
September 2015 - May 2016
Montgomery College
Enrolled in a Cyber Advantage program that covers Network and Security Fundamentals to help prepare for CompTIA certifications in Security+ and Network+.

Hobbies & Interests

  • Watch American Football
  • Play Video Games
  • Play Billiards
  • Practice Yoga

Jobs

June 2011 - August 2011
Chubb Insurance
Intern- Global Strategic Sourcing
  • Assisted contract managers with documents and spreadsheets.
  • Reported “Service Level Agreements” within contracts to customers.
  • Operated Contract Management System called “Ariba.”
  • Participated in a case study on the future strategies for the corporation usage in social media.
  • Received tutorials on what contractual language to look for within specific agreements.
May 2012 - August 2012
Chubb Insurance
Intern- Business Innovation
  • Created an excel document through Visual Basic Application for the management of groups on company’s internal social media platform.
  • Developed a marketing strategy for company’s pilot program on LinkedIn.
  • Monitored department’s investment and future return on their “Motivate-Deliver-Drive” idea platform.
July 2015 - October 2015
Cushman & Wakefield
Assistant Property Manager
  • Monitor renewals of leases.
  • Distribute and follow-up on renewal notices.
  • Update availability report, process applications for approvals and submit processed applications to the Property Manager for approval.
  • Maintain accurate monthly commission sheets on leases, renewals and delinquencies for bonus purposes.
October 2015 - Present
The Human Geo
Technologist
  • Design, develop, and implement software and data solutions.
  • Produce complete and accurate documentation within the code being created for designated projects.
  • Test and debug software.
  • Assist the team with troubleshooting and process improvement projects.

Awards & Achievements

December 2013
Boston Scientific Case Study
Proposed a comprehensive technology plan to implement their hardware into their current business sales operations. Placed in 2nd place and won $200 cash prize.
March 2015
Howard University & IBM Hackathon
Created a platform for professional stylist to have personal delivery of hair products and a platform to display their work for potential clients. Placed in 3rd place and won a cash prize of $500.
August 2015
Capital One and Angel Hack Small Business Hackathon
Created a platform for small business owners to rent out their office space for individuals. Placed in 1st place and won $3,500 cash prize, free 12 Weeks of coworking space at ImpactHub, entrance into Angel Hack's HackAccelerator Program and a trip to San Francisco to pitch our startup to Angel Investors and Venture Capitalist.
Crypheka, LLC.
Front-End Development
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Pinterest Demo
Ruby On Rails
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Taste of Culture
Front-End Development
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TooDoo
Ruby On Rails
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Movie Review
Ruby On Rails
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My Recipe Box
Ruby on Rails
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Zikipedia
Ruby on Rails
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Drizzle
Ruby on Rails
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Work Out Log
Ruby on Rails
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18 July, 2015
Community Service

Black Girls Code

Build A Game Workshop

My amazing time volunteering as a teacher assistant with 10-13 girls, helping them understand the basics of programming while building a fun game!

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9 August, 2015
Hackathon

Capitol One & AngelHack SmallBiz Hackathon

Tech Enthusiasts + Business Minds = Creative Solutions

My experience in connecting with entrepreneurs, developers and designers in creating a product that will bring a creative and successful solution to small business owners.

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