Jasmine's Portfolio Website

About Jasmine

Background

I'm a Computer Science student at Virginia Tech (Class of 2027) with a 3.2 GPA and an A. James Clark Scholar—a merit-based scholarship recognizing academic excellence and leadership in engineering. I have strong foundations in algorithms, data structures, and software development.

Technical Skills

Languages: Java, Python, C, C++, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MATLAB, SQL
Tools: Git/GitHub, VS Code, Eclipse, Unity, Amazon Kiro

Interests

I'm passionate about system performance, scalable architectures, and user-focused software. I enjoy building applications that solve real-world problems and implementing algorithmic solutions that make a difference.

Community

Active member of ColorStack, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), and Girls Who Code. I'm also a Peer Mentor at Virginia Tech's Mozaiko Intercultural LLC and serve on the Clark Scholar Leadership Team.

My Projects

Emotion Daily Tracker

JavaScript HTML CSS

Designed and implemented a dynamic real-time client-side JavaScript application that allows users to track their daily emotions and view historical entries using Local Storage for data persistence.

April 2025

Algorithm Optimization Project

Java Algorithms

Developed a human versus CPU opponent Tic-Tac-Toe game with optimized game state evaluation using 2D array data structures. Implemented intelligent CPU decision-making algorithms.

July 2024

Personal Portfolio Website

JavaScript HTML CSS Git

Designed and developed a responsive personal portfolio website showcasing projects, technical skills, and experience. Features include typing animations, smooth scrolling, and interactive hover effects. Deployed using GitHub Pages with version control.

February 2026

Portfolio Evolution

Version 1.0

Original Portfolio

Hand-Coded from Scratch

HTML CSS JavaScript

Built my first portfolio website entirely by hand, writing every line of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Implemented features like typing animations, smooth scrolling navigation, and responsive design. This project taught me the fundamentals of web development and design principles.

Custom typing animation

Responsive layout

Interactive hover effects

Brown/tan color scheme

February 2026

View Version 1.0

Version 2.0

Upgraded Portfolio

Enhanced with Amazon Kiro AI

HTML CSS JavaScript Amazon Kiro

Collaborated with Amazon Kiro AI assistant to revamp my portfolio with modern design principles, professional color schemes, and enhanced interactivity. Learned how to leverage AI tools to accelerate development while maintaining creative control and understanding of the code.

Modern gradient design

Glassmorphism effects

Advanced animations

Soft pink/neutral palette

Enhanced user experience

March 2026

Current Version

Key Takeaway

This evolution demonstrates my ability to both build from scratch and leverage modern AI tools to enhance productivity. Understanding the fundamentals allowed me to effectively collaborate with Kiro, making informed decisions about design and implementation while accelerating the development process.

My Experience

Clark Scholar Leadership Team

Virginia Tech

August 2025 - Present

Coordinate networking and professional development events for 25+ scholarship recipients. Plan and execute monthly programs promoting cross-team collaboration, industry connections, and technical skill development.

Peer Mentor

Virginia Tech Mozaiko Intercultural LLC

August 2024 - May 2025

Mentored 3 first-year students through personalized academic success plans achieving 100% retention rate. Facilitated 2 group workshops on academic planning, demonstrating strong communication and presentation skills.

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security - Amazon Facilities

June 2024 - August 2025

Monitored facility access protocols for 500+ daily entries across two Amazon corporate office facilities totaling 20,000+ sq ft. Maintained detailed incident logs and conducted systematic facility patrols ensuring 100% coverage.

General Officer & Coding Instructor

Girls Who Code - Virginia Tech Chapter

November 2022 - Present

Coding instructor for elementary school students teaching fundamental CS concepts through interactive programming activities. Develop curriculum materials and lead hands-on workshops on algorithms, problem-solving, and computational thinking.

Technology Volunteer

Unity Church

October 2021 - Present

Manage multimedia presentation systems using ProPresenter software for weekly services serving 100+ attendees. Design promotional materials using Canva and troubleshoot technical issues in real-time, ensuring seamless user experience during live events.

Retail Associate

HomeGoods

March 2023 - June 2023

Processed 50+ customer transactions daily with 99%+ accuracy, optimizing checkout flow during peak hours. Collaborated with a 10-person team to implement inventory management improvements, reducing restocking time by 15%.

Hello, I'm Jasmine Alabi