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Lakshay Dhawan

Software Developer | AI & Machine Learning Enthusiast

Computer Programming student focused on building scalable systems, full-stack applications, and machine learning solutions.

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About Me

Who I Am

I am a Computer Programming student at George Brown College with a strong interest in software development, machine learning, and building scalable systems. My experience spans full-stack development, cloud technologies, and technical support, allowing me to approach problems from both a user and engineering perspective.

I have worked on projects involving microservices, REST APIs, and machine learning models, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into practical, working solutions. Alongside my technical work, my experience in customer-facing roles has helped me develop strong communication skills and the ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments.

Currently, I am focused on strengthening my foundation in software engineering and machine learning while building projects that reflect real-world applications. My goal is to continue growing into a role where I can contribute to impactful systems and continuously improve as a developer.

Career Statement

“I would rather have questions that can't be answered than answers that can't be questioned.” — Richard Feynman

I am a driven and curious developer who values understanding over memorization. With a focus on continuous learning and building real-world projects, I am developing my skills in programming and machine learning while working toward becoming an AI-focused engineer. I bring a mindset of questioning assumptions, embracing challenges, and consistently improving through action.

12 Certifications
5 Projects
4+ Years Experience

Resume

Lakshay Dhawan

Brampton, ON • 647-513-6020

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Summary

Computer Programming student at George Brown College with a focused expertise in software engineering, machine learning, and scalable system architecture. Experienced in full-stack development and cloud technologies, offering a comprehensive perspective on user and engineering requirements.

Engineered solutions involving microservices, REST APIs, and machine learning models to bridge the gap between complex theoretical concepts and practical applications. Developed strong communication and adaptability skills through customer-centric roles, facilitating efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Focused on advancing foundations in software engineering and machine learning via real-world project development. Dedicated to contributing to high-impact systems and pursuing continuous growth and professional excellence as a developer.

Skills

Languages

JavaScript C# Swift Java Python HTML CSS

Frontend

React.js React Router Material UI

Backend

Node.js Express.js REST APIs JWT bcrypt

Databases

MongoDB Mongoose ChromaDB

Tools / DevOps

Docker Docker Compose Git GitHub Postman

AI / ML

NumPy pandas matplotlib scikit-learn PyTorch Hugging Face Transformers LangChain Embeddings Vector Search RAG

Experience

Technical Support & Repair Technician Jan 2026 – Present

GeekSquad (BestBuy) • Brampton, Ontario

  • Diagnose and resolve multifaceted hardware and software issues across laptops, desktops, and peripherals
  • Execute operating system deployments, secure data migrations, and system configurations
  • Manage a high-volume workload of 10–15 devices per shift, concurrently addressing multiple service requests
  • Utilize the Clarify Smarts ticketing system to track and manage service requests
  • Deliver clear technical support by translating intricate technical issues into simplified, actionable solutions
Computing Advisor Mar 2025 – Dec 2025

BestBuy • Brampton, Ontario

  • Assisted over 50 customers daily in locating merchandise, increasing customer satisfaction
  • Successfully up-sold additional warranty protection and store offers to 30% of customers
  • Averaged $1,500 in sales per hour through solution-based selling and specialized product expertise
  • Advised customers on laptops, networking, and peripherals, translating needs into optimized solutions
  • Consistently exceeded KPIs through strong communication and product knowledge
Chromebook Sales Specialist Oct 2024 – Feb 2025

Google (via Activation Services Inc.) • Brampton, Ontario

  • Generated over $250,000 in sales during the contract period
  • Achieved #1 national ranking for Chromebook sales across Canada during Q4
  • Delivered training sessions to Best Buy staff on Google product features and benefits
  • Engaged with customers to provide exceptional in-store experience and tailored recommendations
Front Desk Manager Jan 2024 – May 2024

Super 8 • Ajax, Ontario

  • Led and mentored a team of 10, increasing staff performance and guest satisfaction scores by 20%
  • Oversaw billing and financial transactions with a 98% accuracy rate
  • Boosted hotel revenue by 27% by promoting additional services and facilities
  • Managed room bookings and cancellations with 100% accuracy, reducing booking errors by 15%
Logistics Coordinator Dec 2021 – Dec 2022

Angus Consulting Management Limited • Vancouver, BC

  • Developed comprehensive daily work plans, achieving a 98% on-time completion rate
  • Streamlined inventory logistics, maintaining a 100% accuracy rate in tracking and organization
  • Led and mentored two junior movers, boosting team productivity
  • Collaborated with Building Operators and Journeyperson technicians
IT Intern (CO-OP) Sep 2018 – Sep 2019

Guru Tegh International School • Brampton, Ontario

  • Provided tier-I support and resolved tickets for 125+ onsite and remote end users
  • Responded to inquiries in-person or via email, chat, or telephone
  • Assisted in network troubleshooting, reducing system downtime by 15% over four months
  • Relocated users to new workstations, including moving and connecting assigned equipment

Education

Advanced Diploma – Computer Programming & Analysis 2026

George Brown College • Toronto, Ontario

🌟 Dean's List — Winter 2026

Construction Maintenance Electrician 2024

Skilled Trades College of Canada • Mississauga, Ontario

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Incomplete) 2020 – 2022

Queen's University • Kingston, Ontario

Certifications

Intro to Machine Learning Jun 2024

Kaggle

Pandas Aug 2024

Kaggle

Python May 2024

Kaggle

Intro to Programming May 2024

Kaggle

First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Nov 2023 – Nov 2026

Canadian Red Cross • ID: 104575542

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900) Apr 2024

Microsoft • ID: 31305C-869C1A

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) Mar 2022

Microsoft • ID: 992722909

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) Feb 2022

Microsoft • ID: I142-2996

REMIC Mortgage License
Lockout & Tagout
WHMIS 2015
Working at Heights

Community Service & Volunteer Work

Operations Executive — Volunteer Role Nov 2023 – May 2024

George Brown College • Huskies eSports Club (Unpaid, Extracurricular)

  • Managed team schedules, practices, and tournament participation, helping the club grow to over 1,500 members
  • Developed promotional strategies, increasing social media engagement by 30% and event attendance by 20%
  • Established and maintained robust relationships with critical sponsors, securing long-term deals
  • Ensured all activities adhere to college policies and esports regulations
Student Technician — Volunteer Role 2024

Enactus Canada • George Brown College Byte Club (Unpaid, Extracurricular)

  • Contributed to tech-focused initiatives within Byte Club under Enactus Canada
  • Collaborated with peers on project ideation, development, and execution
  • Supported planning and coordination of events promoting entrepreneurship and technology
  • Worked in a team-driven environment to build solutions with real-world impact

Awards & Recognition

Dean's List Winter 2026

George Brown College • Computer Programming & Analysis

#1 National Ranking — Chromebook Sales Q4 2024

Google (via Activation Services Inc.) • Canada-wide

Achieved top national ranking for Chromebook sales across all Canadian Best Buy locations during Q4, generating over $250,000 in revenue during the contract period.

Academic Transcript

George Brown College • Available upon request

References

Available upon request.

Capstone Project

Move-In

A full-stack moving marketplace connecting movers and customers

ReactNode.jsExpress.jsSupabaseJavaScriptCSS
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Project Summary

Move-In is a full-stack moving marketplace application developed as a capstone project at George Brown College. The platform connects customers who need moving services with movers offering their expertise, streamlining the process of finding, comparing, and booking professional moving help. Built with React on the frontend and Node.js/Express on the backend, it features Supabase for data persistence and authentication.

Project Vision

To create a seamless, trustworthy platform that simplifies the moving experience. Move-In envisions a marketplace where customers can easily discover vetted movers, get instant estimates, view reviews, and book services — all in one place. For movers, the platform provides a channel to reach customers, manage bookings, and grow their business.

Business & Project Requirements

👤 User Management

Secure registration and login with role-based access for customers and movers

🔍 Service Discovery

Browse, search, and filter moving services by location, price, and ratings

📅 Booking System

Real-time booking flow with date selection, confirmation, and status tracking

⭐ Reviews & Ratings

Customer feedback system to build trust and quality assurance

🛠 Mover Dashboard

Service management, booking tracking, and profile customization for movers

📱 Responsive Design

Fully responsive interface that works across desktop, tablet, and mobile

Architecture & Design

Frontend (apps/web)

React SPA built with Create React App, featuring component-based architecture, React Router for navigation, and a clean responsive UI.

Backend (apps/api)

Node.js + Express REST API layer handling business logic, authentication, and data validation with Supabase as the data store.

Database & Auth

Supabase provides PostgreSQL-backed data persistence, user authentication, and real-time capabilities out of the box.

Project Plan & Timeline

Phase 1 Planning & Requirements

Project scoping, requirements gathering, user stories, and wireframe design

Phase 2 Design & Prototyping

UI/UX design, component mockups, database schema, and API contract definitions

Phase 3 Core Development

Frontend scaffolding, API endpoints, Supabase integration, and auth flow implementation

Phase 4 Feature Implementation

Booking system, search/filter, mover profiles, reviews, and dashboard features

Phase 5 Testing & Deployment

Integration testing, bug fixes, performance optimization, and final deployment

Team

Developed collaboratively by a team of 5 contributors at George Brown College, with responsibilities spanning frontend development, backend API design, database management, UI/UX design, and DevOps.

Technical Documents

Project Summary

Overview and scope of the Move-In platform
Project Vision

Goals, objectives, and long-term direction
Project Requirements

High-level business and functional requirements
Project Plan

Sprint planning, milestones, and deliverables
Requirements Analysis & Design

Detailed analysis, use cases, and design decisions
Wireframes & Mockups

Figma UI/UX designs and screen mockups
Status Report

Sprint progress and status updates
System Implementation

Implementation evidence with screenshots

Projects

01

Local PDF RAG

AI / Machine Learning

A local Retrieval-Augmented Generation pipeline that processes PDF documents, extracts text, chunks content, generates embeddings, and stores them in ChromaDB for semantic retrieval. Includes local LLM integration for context-based question answering.

PythonPyTorchHugging FaceChromaDBLangChainpdfplumber

Key Features:

  • PDF text extraction with intelligent chunking
  • Vector embeddings stored in ChromaDB
  • Semantic search with LLM-powered answers
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02

Employee Management System

Full-Stack MERN

A Dockerized full-stack MERN employee management system with authentication, CRUD operations, search, profile image upload, and a polished responsive React interface.

MongoDBExpress.jsReact.jsNode.jsMaterial UIDocker

Key Features:

  • Full CRUD with search and image upload
  • JWT authentication and protected routes
  • Docker Compose for containerized deployment
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03

Employee Management API

Backend / REST API

A RESTful employee management API with JWT-based authentication, bcrypt password hashing, input validation, and full CRUD functionality for employee records, containerized with Docker.

Node.jsExpress.jsMongoDBJWTbcryptDocker

Key Features:

  • JWT auth with bcrypt password hashing
  • Input validation with express-validator
  • Dockerized with Mongo Express admin UI
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04

California Housing Price Prediction

Machine Learning

Implemented multiple linear regression from scratch using closed-form solution and gradient descent, then benchmarked against scikit-learn. Includes preprocessing, scaling, evaluation, and visualizations.

PythonNumPypandasmatplotlibscikit-learn

Key Features:

  • Regression from scratch vs scikit-learn comparison
  • Feature scaling and preprocessing pipeline
  • Evaluation metrics and result visualization
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05

Telco Customer Churn Prediction

Machine Learning

A customer churn classification pipeline using logistic regression, including one-hot encoding, feature scaling, confusion matrix analysis, and threshold tuning. Also built logistic regression from scratch for comparison.

PythonNumPypandasmatplotlibscikit-learn

Key Features:

  • Logistic regression from scratch vs scikit-learn
  • Confusion matrix and threshold optimization
  • One-hot encoding and feature engineering
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Get In Touch

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Email

lakshaydjob@gmail.com

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/lakshay-dhawan

GitHub

github.com/imlakshayd