A. My name is Suhana Sajid.

Q. Where do I live?

A. I live in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Q. What am I currently doing?

A. I'm currently a student at 42 Abu Dhabi, working towards a Diploma in Software Development.

Q. What are my aspirations for the next five years?

A. My goal in the next five years is to successfully obtain a bachelor's degree in computer science and secure a position within a diverse team.

Q. How do I spend my leisure time?

A. I enjoy reading books set in dystopian and fantasy worlds.

Q. What is a fun fact about me?

A. I love riding the Formula Rossa rollercoaster at Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi, the world's fastest rollercoaster.

Description: As part of the University of Nottingham Malaysia School Experience Team, I successfully collaborated with peers to execute workshops for 20+ high school students, conveying fundamental Python programming concepts simply and understandably.

Skills Learnt: Communication, Time management, Adaptability, Teamwork

Kick-off Date: 30 October, 2023

Description: Over four weeks, I navigated through C coding challenges, and problem-solving exercises, leading to me surviving the piscine (a rigorous and immersive coding bootcamp) at 42 Abu Dhabi and joining the cursus at the school.

Skills Learnt: Perseverance, Logical thinking, Adaptability, Problem-solving, Version Control, Unix, Imperative programming

Tools Used: C, Bash

Description: I designed an intuitive user interface with the standard Python GUI library Tkinter to generate and solve Sudoku puzzles utilizing the backtracking algorithm, utilizing all available tools including Generative AI to devise innovative solutions.

Skills Learnt: Object-oriented Programming, Algorithm Implementation, Problem-solving

Tools Used: Tkinter (Python), Numpy (Python)

Description: I independently conceptualized, designed, and developed IdeaHub, a fake web-based social media platform for idea sharing. Utilizing the Flask server-side framework and the Python SQLite library, I managed user authentication and data storage/retrieval from a database system. I utilized Bootstrap, Jinja, and JavaScript to create a responsive and user-friendly front-end.

Skills Learnt: Full-stack Development, Database Management, Project Management, Adaptability

Tools Used: Flask (Python Web Framework), Jinja (Templating Engine), SQLite, HTML, Bootstrap (CSS Framework)

Description: I developed a personalized Space Invaders game using pygame with clear game control instructions, and efficient player controls. I created a comprehensive README document outlining prerequisites, installation steps, and controls to improve user onboarding. I also curated and credited game assets to foster community engagement and project recognition.

Skills Learnt: 2D Game Development, Game Design, Documentation, Communication

Tools Used: Pygame (Python)

Rank: 0

Team Size: 1

Start Date: 30 October, 2023

End Date: 14 November, 2023

Score: 125 / 100 (Evaluation Feedback)

Topics Covered: Programming in C, Memory management in C, Makefile

Rank: 1

Team Size: 1

Start Date: 15 November, 2023

End Date: 20 November, 2023

Score: 100 / 100 (Evaluation Feedback)

Topics Covered: Variadic Functions in C

Rank: 1

Team Size: 1

Start Date: 21 November, 2023

End Date: 28 November, 2023

Score: 100 / 100 (Evaluation Feedback)

Topics Covered: File Handling in C

Rank: 1

Team Size: 1

Start Date: 29 November, 2023

End Date: 5 December, 2023

Score: 100 / 100 (Evaluation Feedback)

Topics Covered: Virtual Machines, Unix-like Operating Systems, Logical Volume Management, Firewall, Sudo Service, SSH Service, Writing & Scheduling Shell Scripts

Rank: 2

Team Size: 1

Start Date: 6 December, 2023

End Date: 2 January, 2024

Score: 96 / 100 (Evaluation Feedback)

Topics Covered: Signal Handling in C

Rank: 2

Team Size: 1

Start Date: 14 December, 2023

End Date: 8 January, 2024

Score: 100 / 100 (Evaluation Feedback)

Topics Covered: Sorting Algorithms, Data Structures, Algorithm Implementation

Rank: 2

Team Size: 1

Start Date: 9 January, 2024

End Date: 22 January, 2024

Score: 110 / 100 (Evaluation Feedback)

Topics Covered: Graphic Programming in C, Optimization Techniques, Complex Numbers, Fractals in Mathematics

Description: I developed a Python command-line calculator supporting arithmetic, exponential, logarithmic, rounding, absolute value, GCD, and LCM operations. I experimented with regular expressions for the first time during this project. It features an intuitive user interface with clear prompts, modular coding with descriptive comments, robust input validation, exception handling, and comprehensive documentation with installation and usage guidelines.

Skills Learnt: Programming Fundamentals, User Input Handling, Error Handling, Documentation, Self-learning

Tools Used: Math (Python)

Description: I developed a Python trivia game using Tkinter, utilizing an open-source question dataset (available here). I managed the data with Python's CSV library and implemented an interactive GUI (graphical user interface) with Tkinter widgets including buttons, labels, and entry fields. The game features score and streak tracking to enhance user engagement. Detailed documentation provides setup instructions and usage guidelines for smooth deployment and maintenance.

Skills Learnt: Object-oriented Programming, GUI Development, Data Sourcing, Data Parsing, Research, Communication

Tools Used: Tkinter (Python), CSV (Python)

• At 42 Abu Dhabi, I'm honing my software development skills with projects in graphic programming, sorting algorithms, and system administration, consistently achieving high ranks. I aspire to maintain this level of dedication throughout my journey at 42 Abu Dhabi.

• My personal projects, ranging from developing a Sudoku solver to crafting a Space Invaders game and creating a social media platform for idea sharing, reflect my ability to conceptualize, design, and execute applications, addressing real-world problems or providing entertainment value.

• My experience teaching Python highlighted my passion for knowledge sharing and community building, fostering communication and teamwork skills. I aim to strengthen these aspects further by pursuing more collaborative projects, as many of my endeavors thus far have been solitary.

• I've reignited my love for reading dystopian and fantasy novels, overcoming a reading block in the last year.

Overall, my portfolio exemplifies my journey as a software developer, demonstrating technical prowess, creativity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning. Looking ahead, I'm excited to evolve my portfolio with future accomplishments and endeavors.