Grzegorz Gawrysiak

About me

I am a problem solver with a passion for constantly improving and perfecting code. Over the past year, I significantly enhanced my programming skills, as evidenced by my dynamic GitHub profile. Demonstrating proficiency in Git and Jira, I've refined my code review skills through impactful collaboration on a group project. My PSM I certificate, extensive knowledge in finance, and customer relations, coupled with a deep understanding of diverse technological processes, position me as a valuable asset to any team. I am ready for long-term employment. To learn more about my journey into the IT world, You can visit my blog at www.gawrysiak.eu/blog .

Skills

Hard skills:

Java
Spring
Spring Boot
Hibernate
MySQL, PostgreSQL

Docker
JUnit
Maven / Gradle
Swagger
REST API

Git
JavaScript
React
Angular
TypeScript

Soft skills:

PSM I Certificate
Team Work
Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies

Problem Solving
Effective team communication
Efficient time planning and management

Education

2023 - 2024: Bialystok University of Technology - JavaScript Developer Postgraduate Studies
2022 - 2023: Kodilla - Java Developer
2005 - 2010: Bialystok University of Technology - Marketing and Management - Master's Degree, Speciality: Finance and Accounting

Certificates:

Professional Scrum Master I - PSM I Certificate from Scrum.org
Java Developer Plus Certificate from Kodilla
Spring Ready - Understand Spring with databases and Spring Boot from Junior Java Ready
Junior Java Ready - Commercial Java Junior Developer knowledge from Junior Java Ready
Java Certificate from JavaStart

Work Experience

Coding Tutor, Coding Powers 03/2024 to now
Coding tutor for children aged 5-16. The 1:1 mentoring, lessons with one student at a time. For younger children - Scratch and Scratch Jr lessons, and for older children simple platform games with Construct 3.
Learning Scratch, Scratch Jr, Construct 3 and Unplugged Coding.
Java Junior Developer, Non-Commercial Projects 03/2023 to now
Self-directed learning, experience in working with Java on personal projects, dedicating approximately 180 hours per month to skill development, which is comparable to working as a Java Junior Developer.
Learning HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular and Node.js as a step toward becoming a full-stack developer.
Creating and managing an amateur blog, demonstrating strong self-motivation and commitment to content creation.
Operator of a Specialized Production Installation Kandel, Bransk, Poland 06/2006 to now
Teamwork and continuous production maintenance for over 10 years, active and effective introduction of innovations. Supervision over a complex production process and assistance in reducing production costs by 30%.

Projects

Dog Shelter Friend

Link: GitHub
Swagger: Swagger API on OVH
Live Demo: www.dogs.gawrysiak.eu

Service for managing volunteers and dogs in a shelter, based on a CRUD system, with the ability to periodically send emails with weekend weather forecasts and invitations to the shelter. The system uses a REST API to enable photo gallery updates, selection of dog walking dates, and provides read and edit access to all data. The application supports automatic email notifications for volunteers and administrators. I have also integrated an external RESTful API to upload photos to both Cloudinary and my application, enhancing the site’s visual appeal.

Used: Java 17 (design patterns), RestApi, Spring, Hibernate, MySQL, Gradle, Mockito, JUnit5, Vaadin, Cloudinary APIs.
Group Project: Ecommerce - Online Shop Backend

Link: GitHub

Participated in a 4-week group project led by an experienced project manager. Gained analytical, teamwork, and communication skills. Worked with code review, Kanban methodology using Jira, task planning, Git, Continuous Integration (CI/CD) and OOP.

Used: Spring Data Rest, Spring Data JPA, Hibernate, MySQL, SQL, Jira, Design patterns and clean code, Git, TDD, OOP.
My Job Offers

Link: GitHub
Live Demo: AWS Demo

The application, using the scheduler, periodically downloads the latest job offers for Java Junior Developers from external sources. Offers are saved in MongoDB database, secured with OAuth 2.0, deployed on AWS for testing.

Used: SpringBoot, MongoDB, Docker-Compose, Docker Desktop, Wiremock, Swagger, Scheduler, Spring Security, JWT, Redis, Redis Cache, RESTful API, NoSQL, Spring Web/MVC.
GG Race Game

Link: GitHub
Live Demo: Netlify Link

This project is a simple game application that allows users to log in and play a simple game. Player can check score and view their current gameplay history. It is built using Angular and follows the specified requirements.

Used: Angular, TypeScript, HTML, SCSS.
React Shopping App

Link: GitHub

The "ShopHelper" app is a straightforward tool for organizing and executing shopping tasks. Built with React, it facilitates easy addition, filtering, and tracking of products. Users can add available items, filter by name or category, and manage a shopping list effortlessly. The app streamlines daily shopping, allowing users to focus on essential items quickly.

Used: React, Node.js, HTML, CSS
Tic Tac Toe FX

Link: GitHub

It's not from tutorial. This is my own extended version of TicTacToe Game in JavaFX. Board 3x3 or 10x10, you can choose difficulty level. Two players, or game with computer.

Used: Java FX, Gradle.

Hobbies

Java User Group / meet.js meetups

I enjoy attending JUG (Java User Group) and meet.js meetups to stay connected with the Java and JavaScript communities. Additionally, I actively participate in coding conferences, such as Confitura, to further expand my knowledge and network with like-minded individuals in the IT field.
DIY Projects

I'm a firm believer in maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and I cherish my leisure time. I like DIY projects and take pleasure in crafting and fixing smaller items on my own. Whether it's a home improvement task or a creative project, I enjoy the satisfaction of making things with my own hands.
Garden keeping

I like to cut the grass and keep the yard clean. The sound of the lawn mower calms me down. I have a penchant for maintaining order, and sometimes I meticulously pluck out every weed. I also have a strong appreciation for aesthetics.
Running an amatour blog

My amateur blog gawrysiak.eu/blog serves as a platform where I share my journey into the IT world. I document the various meetups I attend, providing insights into the tech community and the knowledge I gain from these events. I discuss the challenges I encounter while working on my projects, offering readers a glimpse into the problem-solving aspects of my endeavors.