Education
North Mason High
Graduated w/ Diploma
General Education
Graduated early from North Mason High School in Belfair, Washington. During her time there, she engaged in a curriculum aligned with Washington State Standards, focusing on core subjects such as English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
She also participated in volunteer activities and clubs.
This comprehensive educational background provided her with a solid foundation for her subsequent studies in web development.
Olympic College
Non-Degree Courses
General Education
Attended Olympic College, where she completed courses in customer service, business, and general college subjects. Through the Customer Service Specialist program, she developed skills in effective communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving to meet customer needs.
Additionally, her business coursework provided a foundation in marketing, sales principles, and business ethics, equipping her with essential competencies for the modern service industry.
Bloomtech Institute of Technology (Formerly Lambda)
Graduated w/ Certificate
Student of Web Development and Design
Eearned a Full-Stack Web Development and Technical Interviewing badge from Bloom Institute of Technology in May 2023. This credential signifies proficiency in web development and computer science, including skills such as Agile project management, algorithms, and responsive design. Melissa has demonstrated the ability to learn various languages and frameworks, collaborate effectively within a team, and successfully navigate technical interviews.
Everest College
Graduated w/ Diploma
Massage Therapy
Completed a 750-hour Massage Therapy program at Everest College in Bremerton, Washington, which included training in Swedish massage, deep tissue techniques, neuromuscular therapy, and business ethics.
She subsequently passed the Washington State Board of Massage licensing examination, authorizing her to practice as a licensed massage therapist in the state.
SKILL SET
Basic Skills
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Problem-Solving
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Research
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Adaptability
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Multi-Tasking
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Analyzing Situation
Back-End Skills
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Database Design & Optimization
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API Design and Development
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Server and Hosting Management
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Testing and Debugging for (BE)
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Web Security Best Practices
Creative Skills
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Figma
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Adobe Creative Suite
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Photography
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Canva
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AI Prompting
Communication Skills
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Clearly Written Communication
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Active Listening
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Effective Collaboration
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Adaptability in Technical Explanations
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Adaptability in Work Environment
Front-End Skills
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HTML/CSS & Javascript
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Responsive Design
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Frameworks & Libraries (React)
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Version Control with Git
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Testing and Debugging (FE)
Miscellaneous
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Critical-Thinking
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Empathy
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User-Centric Thinking
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Self-Sufficient Researcher
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Resourceful