jamal_lyons:~$
whoami
I am a Computer Science student at Georgia State University. I am passionate about exploring new technologies and developing impactful projects. My enthusiasm for continuous learning drives me to seek out new challenges and opportunities for growth as a developer.
stack:
React.js
Next.js
Tailwind CSS
Rust
TypeScript
Node.js
SQL
Convex
Docker
Bash
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Work Experience

Backend Development Intern

Nov-2024 - present
ClarityText
remote

As an intern at ClarityText, a professional networking app tailored for B2B product communities, I am responsible for developing the notification system and enhancing the backend message infrastructure. My work supports the platform's mission to foster professional relationships, streamline customer support, and improve B2B marketing efforts. I collaborate with the engineering team to ensure efficient, scalable solutions that allow businesses to manage group messaging spaces and users to engage with their true professional identity.

Code Instructor

May-2023 - Aug-2023
Code Ninjas
on-site

As a Game Development Instructor at Code Ninjas, I taught children aged 7-14 how to create their own video games using JavaScript. Leveraging a game-based curriculum, I guided students through hands-on coding projects, fostering creativity, problem-solving skills, and a strong understanding of programming concepts. My role included providing individual support, leading small group lessons, and helping students progress through the Code Ninjas belt system, which mirrors martial arts to encourage achievement and mastery in coding. I played a key role in creating an engaging learning environment where students developed both technical and soft skills.

Project Showcase

Convex TypeGen

Convex TypeGen

A Blazingly fast type generator for ConvexDB

$view-project convex-typegen
Bluefox Email

Bluefox Email

A TypeScript client library for sending emails using Bluefox.email. Features include type-safe API, subscriber management, email sending with template data, attachment support, webhook handling, and comprehensive error handling.

$view-project bluefox-email
Type Fetch

Type Fetch

A lightweight, flexible HTTP client library for making API requests in JavaScript

$view-project type-fetch
PhoenixDB

PhoenixDB

An experimental Key-Value storage database written in rust

$view-project phoenixdb
Poems Collection

Poems Collection

A personal collection of poems and creative writing pieces showcasing my thoughts, emotions, and storytelling abilities through verse.

$view-project poems-collection