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Asuka Watanabe

Founder Asuka Method®, AWS Certified Full Stack Developer

Bio:

Versatile AWS Certified Full Stack Developer proficient in Python, PHP, and Javascript, with a unique background in dance that brings creativity, discipline, and attention to detail. Founder/Owner of 'Asuka Method,

' adept at managing LAMP stacks on AWS EC2 for custom Wordpress and Laravel platforms.

Experienced in Agile methodologies, collaborating on team projects for efficient delivery. Eager to contribute to innovative development projects, showcasing adaptability, continuous learning, quick learner with strong organizational skills, and effective problem-solving in dynamic work environments.

Skills:

Operating Systems :

Linux, Windows, Mac OS

Programming Languages :

Python (including FastAPI, Selenium, Flask), PHP (including Wordpress + Laravel Framework), Javascript (including Jquery, React, Next.js), Linux scripting in bash, CSS (Tailwind, Bootstrap, Ionic, SCSS)

Cloud Computing :

AWS services (EC2, Lambda functions, API gateway, Dynamo DB, S3, Route 53, and more...)

Version Control :

GIT (GitHub + Bitbucket)

Databases :

MySQL, Postgre, SQLite, Microsoft SQL, Microsoft Access

Project Management & Methodologies :

Tools: Jira, Wrike

Methodologies: Agile, Scrum (Sprint planning, retrospectives, etc.)

Others :

Zendesk, n8n automation, Google Analytics + Tag manager, Lighthouse Studios (web form analytics software), Webpower/Mailchimp (email

marketing platform), Salesforce Social Studio (CRM), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Full Stack Developer - Temp Contract at Devolvio / KPN

(2023 Sep. - 2024 Feb.)

- Development of a full-stack application using Python (FastAPI) and React, focusing on certificate renewal and seamless integration with internal task

management systems.

- Implemented secure authentication and authorization mechanisms by connecting to Active Directory using LDAP, enhancing the application's user management capabilities.

- Successfully transitioned a Linux Server application for Windows Server deployment, implementing crucial operations like Windows Services, IIS, and scheduled tasks.

- Enforced rigorous security measures, particularly in password management, ensuring that sensitive information is stored in a secure manner and sticking to industry best practices.

- Navigated challenges of tight deadlines, collaborating effectively with a diverse team of system administrators.



Associate Support Web Developer at SKIM

(2022 Mar. - 2023 May)

- Enhanced and maintained reusable template modules for a number of global market research teams; utilizing advanced Javascript, JQuery, HTML/CSS, and Ionic framework.

- Provided global technical support, troubleshooting, and debugging web applications, ensuring timely solutions across different time zones.

- Took charge of product development, overseeing updates, debugging, and migration to new software versions.

Founder/Owner at Asuka Method

(2022 - Present)

- Established and managed a LAMP stack on AWS EC2 for a custom Wordpress platform, offering online dance lessons and video courses.

- Implemented filesystem management, system upgrades, and software patches using the yum package manager on a Centos-based OS.

- Ensured continuous platform functionality by implementing monitoring and alert management, including regular updates of SSL certificates for enhanced security.

- Conducted offline teaching in the Netherlands, UK, and Germany, for dance studios, sports schools, pilates studios, and online teaching for customers from multiple time-zones.

- Registered the "Asuka Method" product trademark in Benelux, showcasing dedication to brand management and protection.

Web Developer at Ki Culture

(2021 - 2022)

- Developed custom Wordpress themes from Figma designs, managing three infrastructure environments (production, QA, and development).

- Implemented and maintained source control with Git for effective version

management.

Marketing Campaign Support at FCB Amsterdam

(2021)

- Executed successful email campaigns and maintained the Wordpress platform in multiple languages.

- Provided implementation and technical support for the Social Studio platform in Salesforce.


Dance (Ballet/Modern) Teacher / Dancer

(2009 - 2020)

- Shared expertise in classical ballet and modern dance with students at prominent dance schools, dance academies and professional dance company.

- Gross Dance Company (including touring in the Netherlands & Italy)

- Film: Alienation (danced and choreographed) appeared in several international dance film festivals

- Holland dance festival