ADAM KROEKER
334 Tenth Street
Morden, MB R6M 1L9
204-304-1172
14akroeker@gmail.com
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As a recent computer science graduate, I am seeking an exciting and challenging software development position that will allow me to leverage my skills and knowledge while continuing to learn and grow.
PROJECTS
Temperature Chaser Robot
Robotic Programming Course, September 2022 – December 2022
Images and videos of the robot
- Independently designed, built, and programmed an Arduino-based robot to regulate the temperature of objects by transporting them to areas of different ambient temperature.
- Developed the robot’s program using C++ in the Arduino IDE, and successfully completed multiple rounds of troubleshooting and debugging to ensure its smooth operation.
Personal Healthcare App
Software Engineering Course, January 2022 – April 2022
Project website | APK file
- Worked with a team to develop an Android app for our Software Engineering course that helps users identify health conditions that may be causing their symptoms.
- Collaboratively developed the app’s Search-by-Picture feature, allowing users to submit their symptoms by clicking on an image of the affected body part.
- Used Java and Android Studio to create the app while using GitLab for version control.
Time Tracker App
Human-Computer Interaction Course, September 2021 – December 2021
Use the app in your browser
- Collaborated with a team to develop a web app for our Human-Computer Interaction course that helps users schedule their activities and tasks.
- Contributed to the development of the app’s Saved Reports feature, which allows users to view previously saved reports.
- Used JavaScript, HTML, and CSS with the Bootstrap framework as well as GitHub for version control.
Racetrax Game
Pollard Banknote Workterm, January 2020 – May 2020
Kansas Lottery PlayOn website
- Partnered with a coworker to develop a 2D horse-racing web game for the Kansas Lottery during our co-op work term at Pollard Banknote.
- Responsible for the creation of the game’s start page which included an introductory animation.
- Used JavaScript with the Cocos2D framework and Bitbucket for version control.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
University of Manitoba, May 2023
- Minor in Philosophy
- GPA: 3.20
Explore French Language Bursary Program
University of Moncton, Summer 2014
- Six-credit French immersion program.
- GPA: 3.75
High School Diploma
Mennonite Collegiate Institute, Graduated June 2014
- Located in Gretna, MB.
- First-class Honours
WORK EXPERIENCE
Furniture Assembler
TaskRabbit, September 2020 - September 2021
- Worked as an independent contractor on the TaskRabbit platform, assembling furniture for clients.
- Carefully followed instructions to assemble furniture safely and efficiently.
- Moved and positioned furniture according to clients’ desired layout.
- Frequently communicated with clients to resolve any issues that arose during assembly.
Courier
SkipTheDishes, January 2018 – September 2021
- Worked as an independent contractor on the SkipTheDishes platform, delivering food orders to customers.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and provided exceptional customer service to ensure a positive experience for customers.
- Followed delivery instructions precisely to ensure accurate and timely delivery.
Application Developer
Pollard Banknote, January 2020 – May 2020
- Developed engaging 2D web games in JavaScript using the Cocos2d framework.
- Collaborated with team members using Sourcetree, Bitbucket, and Jira.
- Maintained clean and organized code in all projects I worked on to avoid introducing bugs and improve readability.
- Wrote and reviewed technical documents to ensure that procedures were easily understood and followed.
- Upgraded code from PHP 5 to PHP 7 and conducted thorough testing.
- Developed PHP scripts for reporting information to clients from data in a MySQL database.
Production Support
Friesens, Summers 2015 – 2019
- Worked collaboratively with co-workers to bind and pack books as efficiently as possible.
- Maintained a clean work area to ensure smooth workflow and minimize errors.
- Operated machinery in a careful manner to improve safety.
- Conducted thorough inspections of books to ensure that quality standards were met and maintained.
Community Donation Centre Ambassador
Value Village, September 2016 – April 2017
- Received donations from people in the community and informed them that Value Village would donate money to Diabetes Canada for every donation made.
- Assisted customers in finding merchandise to enhance their shopping experience.
- Organized merchandise to ensure a smooth shopping experience for customers.
- Performed janitorial duties as needed to maintain a clean and organized store environment.
Hardware Associate
Walmart, February 2015 – April 2015
- Stocked shelves and organized products to maintain a neat and orderly store appearance.
- Provided customized paint mixing services to customers, ensuring that their specific colour preferences were met.
Clerk
Movie Haven, May 2013 – June 2014
- Provided friendly and helpful customer service by assisting customers in finding DVDs.
- Maintained a clean and organized store, ensuring that customers could easily locate DVDs.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Programming Languages:
- Java
- C++
- C
- JavaScript
- PHP
- SQL
- HTML
- CSS
Software and Tools:
- Microsoft Office
- Jira
- Git
- GitHub
- GitLab
- Bitbucket
- Sourcetree
- Bash
- XAMPP
- MySQL Workbench
- Android Studio
- Visual Studio Code
- Eclipse
- Dr. Java
- CLion
- IntelliJ IDEA
- Arduino IDE
- Notepad++
Operating Systems:
- Microsoft Windows
- Linux
- macOS
OTHER SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES
Advanced Open Water Diving Certification
PADI, August 2013
- Certified to scuba dive in open water to 30 metres (100 feet).
Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License
MPI, July 2012
- Allowed to operate passenger cars (other than Class 4 vehicles).
High School Tech Committee
MCI, September 2012 – June 2014
- Provided valuable input to the school administration regarding the purchase of computers, projectors, and other equipment to keep the school technologically up-to-date.
- Planned and executed the technical aspects of social events, including lighting and sound systems, to ensure a seamless experience for attendees.
- Collaborated with fellow students to set up and operate lighting and sound systems for various musicals and dramas hosted by the school and the community.