Landing Page Portrait

Available for new opportunities

Hey,

there

This is

MAKENDY

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

EDUCATOR

ENTREPRENEUR

Engineering Educational Excellence Through Technology.

Innovating education with AI-driven solutions.

From the field to the future of EdTech.

Turning research into transformative learning tools.

Empowering the next generation through technology.

About

About Me Image

Makendy Midouin is a first-generation college graduate whose journey has been fueled by leadership, innovation, and a passion for learning. Excelling in both athletics and academics, he became a captain, league MVP, conference champion, and honor society inductee, demonstrating his drive for excellence across disciplines. His research on bias in virtual reality and his role in raising $125,000 in STEM scholarships reflect his commitment to using technology for meaningful impact. Balancing software engineering, research, and teaching, Makendy has cultivated a career at the intersection of education, AI, and entrepreneurship, developing tech-driven solutions that empower learners worldwide.

Skills

Programming Languages
Java
JavaScript
TypeScript
Python
C#
HTML/CSS
SQL
Frameworks & Libraries
React
Next.js
Node.js
Express.js
Django
Flask
Bootstrap
Cloud & DevOps
AWS
Git
GitHub
CI/CD Pipelines
MongoDB
PostgreSQL
MySQL
Tools & Technologies
Hadoop
Spark
Unity
Figma
OpenAI API
Virtual Reality
Agile Scrum

Education

New York University Campus
New York University Logo
New York University

M.S in Computer Science

Community-Driven Growth

At NYU, Makendy deepened his technical expertise and entrepreneurial vision through the Master’s in Computer Science program. His studies were enriched by participation in the NYU Entrepreneurial Institute’s Startup Accelerator Program, where he refined his approach to innovation and business development. He applied his skills in an internship at a trucking logistics startup, co-designing platform features to solve real-world challenges. This period of academic and professional growth solidified his commitment to creating technology that enhances education.

Graduation Date: Dec 2024

St. Thomas Aquinas College Campus
St. Thomas Aquinas College Logo
St. Thomas Aquinas College

B.S in Computer Science

Lessons Beyond the Field

Makendy’s time at STAC was transformative, combining athletic excellence with academic rigor. As part of a championship-winning track team, he learned how discipline and teamwork drive success. His research at XLAB on bias in virtual reality sharpened his analytical thinking, while induction into Chi Alpha Sigma and Sigma Zeta recognized his commitment to excellence. Representing the School of STEM at fundraising events and securing his first software engineering internship at Treehouse Strategy laid the foundation for his career at the intersection of technology and education.

Graduation Date: May 2022

Work Experience

Company Logo
Computer Science Adjunct Faculty

St. Thomas Aquinas College

Sep 2024 - Present

Company Logo
Lead Coding Instructor

Brains & Motion Education

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

Company Logo
Freelance Software Engineer

Independent Contractor

Jun 2023 - Jan 2024

Company Logo
Software Engineer Intern

Roadcall.co

Jun 2023 - Sep 2023

Company Logo
Software Engineer Intern

Treehouse Strategy and Communications

May 2021 - Sep 2021

Company Logo
Computer Science Tutor

Varsity Tutor

May 2020 - Sep 2023

Company Logo
XLAB Researcher

St. Thomas Aquinas College

Sep 2019 - May 2022

Related Skills
TypeScript
React
GraphQL
Express.js
Node.js
MongoDB
Git
GitHub
C++
Jira
Redux
Bitbucket
C#
REST API
Agile Scrum
JavaScript
Python
Java
SQL
MySQL
SFML
Presentation
Excel
Quote
Makendy has been an absolutely incredible mentor to me. His technical skills are truly impressive, particularly when it comes to DSA and resume building. He consistently pushed me to achieve my best, patiently guiding me through complex problems and conducting thorough mock interviews, which were crucial in my successful journey to becoming a Software Engineer at Amazon Web Services. Beyond that, Makendy's support has been unwavering. He's always been there to offer encouragement and insightful advice, never failing to go above and beyond. It's clear he's invested significant time and energy into my development, and his impact has been profound. He's a truly wonderful mentor, and I credit him significantly for my success in breaking into AWS.
Technical Mentorship - DSA and Career Coaching
Brian St-Juste, Software Engineer Intern at Amazon Web Services

Get in touch

Name

Email Address

Message