Hello World, my name is
Jake Kinchen.
Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Based in Austin, Texas.
Software Engineer, with a Bachelors in Computer Science, with experience in Full-Stack Development through various projects and research studies at LSU. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail & creative problem solving.
Fully committed to the philosophy of life-long learning.
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0.1. About me
Hello! My name is Jake Kinchen and I am a full stack developer with a strong foundation in both front-end and back-end development. I am proficient in creating user-friendly and responsive web applications using React and its ecosystem, and I have a passion for problem-solving and continual learning.
My journey into software and web development began with leading group projects to develop full-stack applications at LSU. This experience provided a solid foundation in development, teamwork, and project management, all while cultivating my passion for creating visually stunning and user-focused products.
My career took an exciting turn when I joined OneTier. Here, I discovered the transformative potential of Language Learning Models (LLMs) in automating microservices and enhancing productivity. I saw first-hand how LLMs can provide unparalleled efficiency and accuracy in tasks like text generation, sentiment analysis, and language translation, which are invaluable for businesses seeking to streamline operations and improve their services.
My time at OneTier not only sharpened my technical skills but also instilled in me a deep appreciation for the intersection of AI and software development. I continue to explore this fascinating area, participating in hackathons and game jams to further my expertise and stay at the forefront of emerging technologies. My goal is to create visually stunning and efficient applications that leverage the latest advancements in AI and machine learning to deliver exceptional user experiences.
The Technologies I am most profficient & passionate about:
02. Where I have worked
Full Stack Developer
Spring 2023
In my role as a Full Stack Developer for this project, I played an instrumental role in developing a multi-part pipeline that fetched, analyzed, and posted news content. My expertise in managing complex back-end operations and ensuring a smooth user experience was key to the success of this project.
- Developed scripts for fetching and processing news topics from a given XML feed, using Python and related libraries.
- Implemented a system for prioritizing news topics based on an innovative algorithm, effectively highlighting key content.
- Utilized Python and WordPress API to automate the posting of synthesized news articles, enhancing the speed and efficiency of content delivery.
- Managed data storage and retrieval operations, ensuring data integrity and optimized performance.
- Collaborated on the implementation of error handling and fail-safe measures to ensure reliability and continuity of the service.
03. Capstone Projects
Featured Project
PROJECT - SkillBridge
SkillBridge Tutoring is a full-stack React Native App deployable on both iOS and Android, as well as the web. I led the product vision development, brand cohesion, and user flow design to maintain a consistent yet minimalistic experience.
- ReactNative
- Firebase
- NodeJS
- Expo
- Tailwind
Featured Project
PROJECT - SkillBridge
SkillBridge Tutoring is a full-stack React Native App deployable on both iOS and Android, as well as the web. I led the product vision development, brand cohesion, and user flow design to maintain a consistent yet minimalistic experience.
- ReactNative
- Firebase
- NodeJS
- Expo
- Tailwind
Featured Project
PROJECT - The Sun King
The Sun King is a 3D procedurally generated Unity game set in a foreign solar system revolving around a powerful Sun that generates power for the character which allows them to explore more of the world. The game mechanics emphasize energy budgeting and renewable power sources in order to progress throughout the universe. The game is currently in development and will be released on Steam in the near future.
- Unity
- C#
- Shader Graph
- Procedural Generation
Featured Project
PROJECT - The Hangout
The Hangout is a full-stack React Native App deployable on both iOS and Android, as well as the web. I led the product vision development, brand cohesion, and user flow design to maintain a consistent yet minimalistic experience.
- React Native
- Mongo DB
- NodeJS
- Adobe XD
Featured Project
PROJECT - The Hangout
The Hangout is a full-stack React Native App deployable on both iOS and Android, as well as the web. I led the product vision development, brand cohesion, and user flow design to maintain a consistent yet minimalistic experience.
- React Native
- Mongo DB
- NodeJS
- Adobe XD
Featured Project
PROJECT - TITLE 3
This project involves using bone-conducting headphones to relay information back and forth to a user's smart watch for various purposes such as pairing and analytics of bio-singature feedbacks.
- NextJS
- API
- NodeJS
- Stripe
- Vercel Deployment
Featured Project
PROJECT - Bio-Acoustic Data Exchange (in progress)
This project involves using bone-conducting headphones to relay information back and forth to a user's smart watch for various purposes such as pairing and analytics of a user's bio-signature feedback.
- Swift
- API
- Python
- watchOS
Featured Project
PROJECT - Bio-Acoustic Data Exchange (in progress)
This project involves using bone-conducting headphones to relay information back and forth to a user's smart watch for various purposes such as pairing and analytics of a user's bio-signature feedback.
- Swift
- API
- Python
- watchOS
Other Noteworthy Projects
Pomodoro App
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- React Native
- NodeJS
- TypeScript
Music Player
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- JavaScript
- HTML
- Sass
- API
Password Checker
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- Python
- Hashing
- Encryption
Quote Generator
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- Reactjs
- Next-auth
- Firebase
Animated Navigation
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- React
- Node
- Vercel Deploy
Joke Teller
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- Reactjs
- Heroku
- Stripe
04. What's Next?
Let's get in touch
My inbox is always open and looking for new opportunities.
Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, I'll try my best to get back to you!
Built from scratch by Jake Kinchen
Inspired by Brittany Chiang