Michael Chen

Software Engineer | San Francisco, CA

About Me

Hi my name is Michael Chen.

I'm a software engineer based in San Francisco, Ca.

I am a Flatiron School alumni who loves to build things for the web. I strive to build clean and high-performing applications that can be used to improve lives. Some of my recent projects were aim towards improving health, productivity, teamwork, and self-care.

Want to collab or have a chat? Let's get in touch!

Personal Interests

When I'm not clacking away on my keyboard, I enjoy doing any of the following:

  • Reading tech articles
  • Learning new skills
  • Cooking
  • Roasting coffee
  • Playing with my dog
  • Mechanical keyboards
  • 3D Printing
  • Indoor plants
  • Powerlifting and mobility
  • Gaming
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Technical Skills

  • JavaScript (ES6+)
  • TypeScript
  • React
  • Redux
  • Ruby
  • Ruby on Rails
  • SQL/NOSQL
  • HTML
  • Responsive CSS
  • Object Oreinted Programming
  • Socket.io
  • Git/GitHub
  • REST API
  • Nodejs
  • Express

Projects

Debullying Bot

A Discord bot that prevents cyber-bullying, with cross-server matchmaking functionality. Built this with an amazing team of project manager and designers.
JavaScriptNodeExpressMongoDBDiscord.js framework
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If It Fits Your Mouth

If It Fits Your Mouth is a macronutrients calculator for flexible dieting (If it fits your macros). Uses the Mifflin St. Jeor formula to calculate the user's bmr. Returns recommended calorie and macronutrient intake for specific goal.
ReactTypeScriptSCSS
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LFG Collab

An online project hub for users to collaborate on projects together. Host your own room or browse the project bulletin for a project you want to be a part of. Collaborate in real-time.
ReactReduxSocket.ioRubyRuby on RailsPostgresqlBootstrap
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Floppy Drop

Interactive browser game where player collide with falling objects to earn points. Draw contact for easy points, avoid charges, referees help the most.
JavaScriptHTML5 CanvasRuby on RailsPostgresql
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Real Life RPG

Gamified task manager/goal tracker. Level up real life skills by completing activities and reaching your goals.
RubyRuby on RailsmySqlOAuthBootstrap
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Health-Track-O-Bot 3000

Streamlined health tracker. Enter health stat, track meals and workouts, receive personalized feedback.
RubySinatramySqlBcryptOAuth
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Heathly Recipes Gem

Ruby gem that scrapes the web for over 500 healthy recipes. Browse recipe by category, ingredients, or portion size.
RubyNokogiri
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