Hi there 👋

I'm Francesco Vurchio, a Junior Software Developer passionate about building impactful applications. I’m currently seeking a Junior Software Developer role while continuously improving my JavaScript and TypeScript expertise. I recently graduated from the Northcoders bootcamp and am eager to collaborate on exciting new projects.

🌱 Current Focus:

• Mastering JavaScript and TypeScript
• Exploring new technologies like Java, Nest.js, and AWS
• Building applications with React, Next.js, React Native, and Tailwind CSS

💻 Projects & Contributions:

• EventSphere | Event Platform for Sharing and Creating Events

  • Built using React and Supabase with real-time database and user authentication.
  • Integrated Stripe for payments and Google Maps for event location.
  • Adopted agile methodologies to iterate and improve the app continuously.

• Wax | Social Media Platform for Music Enthusiasts

  • Developed with React Native and AWS for database functionality and authentication.
  • Integrated Spotify API for music exploration.
  • Enabled users to rate and review songs and albums.

• News API Application | Full Stack API Project

  • Backend built with Node.js, Express, and PostgreSQL.
  • Implemented Test-Driven Development with Jest and Supertest.
  • Hosted frontend on Netlify and backend on Render.

• Portfolio | Personal Portfolio Website

  • Developed with React and TypeScript using Vite.
  • Styled using Tailwind CSS for a modern, component-based design.

• Recipes Website | Vegan Recipe Sharing Platform

  • Built with Next.js, React, and TypeScript.
  • Integrated back-end services for form handling and deployed with Vercel.

💼 Experience:

• Freelance Software Engineer Consultant | Tech Returners (July 2024 - Aug 2024)

  • Delivered a bespoke web application for internal development with OAuth authentication.
  • Enhanced backend solutions with Supabase, focusing on user management and database security.

• Trainee Full-Stack Developer | Northcoders (Oct 2023 - Jan 2024)

  • Built web applications with a focus on Node.js, React, and SQL.
  • Developed skills in TDD, Agile methodologies, and collaborative coding environments.

🔧 Technical Skills:

• Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript
• Back-end: Node.js, SQL, PSQL, MongoDB, Express
• Front-end: React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, React Native, Native Wind, Expo
• Testing: TDD, Jest, Supertest
• Hosting: Cloudflare, Render, Vercel, Supabase, Firebase
• Soft Skills: Paired programming, Technical communication, Agile & SCRUM

💻 Tech Stack:

🌍 Let's Connect:

• Email
• LinkedIn
• GitHub
• Portfolio

📚 Education:

• Northcoders Bootcamp | Full Stack Development
• BSc Sport, Fitness & Coaching | The Open University

😄 Fun Fact:

• I love cats and promote wellness through my vegan lifestyle!