Максим

MAKSYM SAVCHUK
Junior Web / Full-Stack Developer
Lviv, Ukraine • [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) • [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)
GitHub: https://github.com/S-Aa-V-Aa • Portfolio: https://s-aa-v-aa.netlify.app/
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Junior Web / Full-Stack Developer and 3rd-year Cybersecurity student at Lviv Polytechnic National University with solid practical experience in building modern Single-Page Applications (SPA), responsive frontends, and robust backend microservices. Proficient in React 18, JavaScript (ES6+), Node.js (Restify), PHP 8, and Python (Django, FastAPI). Demonstrated ability to deliver complete full-stack lifecycles: from responsive UI implementation (HTML5/CSS3, Bootstrap 5) and REST API integration to 3NF relational database normalization (MySQL), application security (SQLi defense, CORS, input sanitization), and cloud deployments. Backed by 10 months of online STEM teaching experience, demonstrating strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and agile adaptability.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Frontend Development: JavaScript (ES6+), React 18 (SPA, React Router, Vite), HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap 5, Chart.js, Responsive Web Design, Figma-to-Code
• Backend Development: Node.js (Restify, Nodemailer, Pino, Dotenv), PHP 8 (Session Auth, RBAC), Python (Django, FastAPI, Flask), RESTful APIs
• Databases & ORM: SQL, MySQL (Relational Schema Normalization to 3NF, Indexing, Data Snapshots Pattern, Prepared Statements), SQLite, Django ORM
• DevOps & Tools: Git, GitHub, Docker, Netlify, PythonAnywhere, GitHub Actions, AWS Fundamentals (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC)
• Security & Architecture: Web Application Security (SQL Injection protection, XSS prevention, CORS policy, Form Sanitization), OOP, MVC/MVT
• Languages: Ukrainian (Native), English (Intermediate / B1 - Technical documentation, APIs, Clean code & commits)
TECHNICAL PROJECTS
Students Forum — Student Community Web Platform | Frontend & REST API Integration | React 18, React Router, Vite, JavaScript, CSS3, Git
• Co-developed the frontend for a community platform featuring threaded discussion boards, study material exchanges, and peer tutoring boards.
• Built a responsive Single-Page Application (SPA) on React 18 utilizing React Router for client-side routing and Vite for fast bundling.
• Implemented key views including the community homepage, dynamic forum discussion feeds, and a curated resource repository with a dark-theme UI.
• Integrated asynchronous REST API endpoints for real-time CRUD operations and collaborated via feature branching on GitHub.
ServicePro CRM — Service Center Management System | Full-Stack Developer | PHP 8, MySQL, JavaScript, Bootstrap 5, Chart.js, QR Generation
• Architected a multi-role CRM web application automating order tracking, technician management, and service pricing.
• Designed and normalized a relational database to 3NF in MySQL, implementing a Data Snapshots pattern to preserve historical transaction pricing.
• Engineered a secure PHP 8 administrative backend with session authentication, role-based access control, and prepared statements preventing SQLi.
• Created an interactive Kanban board for one-click status transitions, live KPI dashboards with Chart.js, printable PDF work orders, and QR-code verification.
Developer Portfolio & Contact Microservice | Full-Stack Developer | Node.js, Restify, Nodemailer, JavaScript, HTML5/CSS3, Netlify
• Developed and deployed a responsive personal portfolio website hosted on Netlify featuring project showcases and user engagement workflows.
• Engineered an autonomous backend microservice on Node.js using Restify to handle inquiries and trigger asynchronous SMTP notifications via Nodemailer.
• Implemented streaming CSV logging, structured error tracking with Pino, strict CORS enforcement, and environment protection using Dotenv.
Finance & Subscription Tracker | Full-Stack Developer | Python, Django, SQLite, Telegram Bot API, PWA, PythonAnywhere
• Engineered a Progressive Web App (PWA) on Django to track recurring subscriptions, predict monthly/yearly expenses, and log payment history.
• Developed dynamic billing calculation logic accommodating leap years and varying month lengths (28, 30, 31 days).
• Configured automated morning payment notifications dispatched via Telegram Bot API using a token-secured internal API endpoint and cron jobs.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Programming Instructor (C++ & Unity) — OsviTech Online School | Remote (October 2024 – April 2025)
• Delivered individual and group online classes in C++ programming, object-oriented concepts, and 3D game development in Unity.
• Instructed students on algorithmic thinking, data structures, control structures, and code modularity.
• Conducted structured code reviews, identified syntax and logical bugs, and provided constructive feedback on practical projects.
Mathematics Tutor — OsviTech Online School | Remote (September 2024 – June 2025)
• Prepared high school students for national standardized university admissions testing (NMT) in mathematics.
• Deconstructed abstract and complex mathematical concepts into clear, intuitive step-by-step methodologies.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity & Information Protection (3rd Year) | Lviv Polytechnic National University (September 2024 – Present (Expected 2028))
• Key Coursework: Programming, Relational Databases, Computer Networks Architecture, Cryptography, and Information Security.
Professional Certificate in Python Development & Software Engineering | LogicaSchool (2021 – 2024 (3-Year Program))
• Comprehensive 3-year curriculum: Python 3, OOP architecture, algorithms, data structures, and desktop/2D game development.
AWS Academy Graduate — Cloud Foundations | Amazon Web Services (AWS) (2026)
• Covered cloud infrastructure, AWS compute (EC2), storage (S3), IAM security, and virtual networking (VPC).
Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript | GoIT (2022)
• Hands-on program in semantic HTML5 markup, responsive CSS styling, and interactive client-side JavaScript.
Product IT Business & Marketing | Genesis Academy (2026)
• Product-led engineering processes, user engagement analytics, and digital business metrics.