Rocky Sharaf — Software Engineer

Projects

Rock Preview — Instant File Search & Preview for Windows

Free, open-source Windows app: find any file instantly, browse with the real Windows 11 File Explorer, and preview anything without opening it.
Press Alt+X in any app to open it.
Indexes whole NTFS drives in seconds by reading the Master File Table directly and stays live through the USN change journal.
Hosts Windows' own Explorer view and navigation pane, with a Windows 11 interface reverse-engineered from Explorer itself.
Previews hundreds of formats — PSD, CorelDRAW, Illustrator, TIFF, RAW photos, PDF, Office, CAD, video — and shows search results, or every file in a folder and its subfolders, as thumbnails in one click.
Technologies: C#, .NET 10, WinForms, Win32 & COM shell interop, NTFS internals.

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Bob’s Notes - Print Pros Plus

Architected a robust, offline-first productivity application using Jetpack Compose and Material 3 Design, transitioning away from legacy XML layouts to a 100% declarative UI paradigm.
Engineered a reactive data layer using Room Database and Kotlin Flow, enabling real-time UI updates and seamless data persistence across app sessions.
Developed a custom high-performance media engine (”The Booth”) using CameraX API, enabling users to capture, process, and store high-resolution images and videos directly within the app.
Integrated the OpenAI API to deliver intelligent features such as auto-summarization and content expansion, managing asynchronous network requests via Retrofit and Kotlin Coroutines.
Optimized media rendering in complex list views by integrating Coil for asynchronous image loading and memory caching.

Taste of Ethiopia

Orchestrated an end-to-end e-commerce platform handling the complete user lifecycle from secure JWT authentication to checkout.
Integrated Stripe Payment Gateway with a custom backend verification layer, automating dynamic tax/fee calculations.
Architected a resilient MySQL database with connection pooling and normalized tables for scalable data management.
Designed a high-conversion mobile interface with Tailwind CSS, utilizing hardware acceleration for performance.

NextLift - Thunder Bay

Engineered a real-time ride-coordination platform utilizing OpenStreetMap (osmdroid) for scalable, license-free navigation.
Developed a custom graphics rendering engine using Android Canvas and Choreographer to achieve 60fps pulsating location animations with zero UI lag.
Implemented Geospatial Projection logic to convert GPS coordinates to screen pixels dynamically, ensuring accurate positioning.

Perfect Kicks ERP (Invoice Generator)

React SPA with dual-rendering: modern UI for editing, strict legacy layout for printing.
Features auto-calculations, "Number to Words" conversion, and bilingual support (EN/CN).
Technologies: React.js, Tailwind CSS, LocalStorage API, Print Media Queries.

Google Drive Automation Bot

Bulk uploads, folder setup, permission sharing, email updates
Retry logic handles network drops with 99.5% success
Technologies: Python, Selenium, Google Drive API

Jewelry Order Management System

Desktop app for full tracking of customers, orders, payments
Auto-invoicing and low-stock alerts cut manual work by 70%
Technologies: C#, .NET WinForms, Entity Framework, SQL Server

US-Visa Automation Tool

Fills multi-page visitor visa forms, solves CAPTCHA
End-to-end auto-reschedule & notification system
Technologies: Python, Selenium, SMTP

Skills

Languages & Frameworks

C# & .NET 8
Kotlin (Android)
JavaScript/TypeScript
Python
SQL

Mobile Development

Jetpack Compose & Material 3
Room Database & Coroutines
CameraX API
Canvas API & Custom Views

Web Technologies

React.js & Node.js
Express & Next.js
Tailwind CSS
RESTful APIs

Data & Tools

Git & GitHub
VS Code & Android Studio
Power BI & Tableau
Selenium Automation

Experience

Customer Service Department Manager

PrintProsPlus

Jul 2025 - Present · 6 mos

On-site

Managed all internal and external customer inquiries and resolved issues to ensure service quality and profitability.
Prepared, reviewed, and approved accurate quotes by breaking down fixed and variable costs.
Followed up on quotes, work orders, proofs, pickups, and jobs on hold to ensure on-time completion.
Coordinated with production and scheduling teams to communicate job status and special requirements.
Ensured customer-supplied components were ordered, available, and delivered on time.
Generated purchase orders and managed vendor relationships while controlling costs.
Checked samples and final products to ensure quality and accuracy; requested revisions when needed.
Sent proofs to customers and tracked approvals.
Prepared shipping documentation and coordinated deliveries.
Monitored accounts receivable, credit applications, deposits, and overdue accounts (30–60+ days).
Approved invoices and customer allowances with management approval.
Maintained inventory control, sample catalogs, store cleanliness, and organization.
Trained and developed customer service team members and supported cross-department staff.
Updated and enforced HR, Health & Safety policies in line with government regulations.
Took ownership of department operations and customer service standards.

Skills: Customer Service Management · Cost Analysis · Vendor Management · Quality Control · Accounts Receivable · Team Leadership · Production Scheduling

Marketing Coordinator

GrayJays Driving School

Sep 2024 - May 2025 · 9 mos

Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Remote

Develop and implement marketing campaigns to promote driving programs, using both digital channels and local community outreach.
Manage and update the school's website with SEO-focused content to increase visibility and attract new students.
Create, schedule, and manage engaging social media content (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) to build community and showcase student success stories.
Design and distribute marketing materials such as flyers, blog posts, and digital ads, ensuring consistent branding across all platforms.
Track and analyze campaign performance using Google Analytics and social media insights, adjusting strategies based on data.
Organize and promote local events, workshops, and partnerships to raise awareness about driving safety and school offerings.

Skills: Digital Marketing · Social Media Management · SEO · Google Analytics · Content Creation · Campaign Management · Brand Management · Event Planning · Community Outreach · Graphic Design

Quantitative Research Intern - Forage

JPMorganChase

Dec 2024 - Feb 2025 · 3 mos

Ontario, Canada

Developed a Python-based pricing model for natural gas storage contracts, leveraging historical price data and seasonal trends to forecast future prices with 25% improved accuracy.
Built a predictive model for loan default probabilities using customer data, incorporating decision trees and regression analysis.
Designed a dynamic programming solution to optimize FICO score bucketing for mortgage default prediction.
Automated data extraction, cleaning, and visualization workflows using Python and advanced Excel functions.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to validate and refine pricing models.

Skills: Python · Data Analysis · Machine Learning · Time-Series Forecasting · Predictive Modeling · Dynamic Programming · Excel · Data Visualization · Problem Solving

Data Specialist

Dynacast International

Oct 2022 - Jan 2023 · 4 mos

Peterborough, Ontario, Canada · On-site

Spearheaded the creation and upkeep of sophisticated dashboards and analytical reports using Power BI and Tableau.
Utilized advanced Excel functions like VLOOKUP, Macros, and Pivot Tables to streamline data analysis and reporting processes.
Oversaw the handling of large-scale datasets with MS SQL Server, focusing on maintaining the highest standards of data integrity.
Leveraged SQL expertise to optimize database queries, resulting in a reduction in data retrieval times.
Innovatively engineered and refined ETL workflows with SSIS, markedly enhancing the efficiency and dependability of data processing operations.

Skills: Microsoft Power BI · SQL · Microsoft Excel · Smartsheet · Dashboards

Education

Trent University

Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science

Jan 2022 - Sep 2023

Grade: 3.7 GPA

Focused on building a strong foundation in computer science, with emphasis on Data Analytics, machine learning, and statistical methods.
Worked on real-world projects analyzing large datasets and gaining insights to inform business decisions.
Gained hands-on experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++, as well as data visualization tools.
Completed coursework in web development, artificial intelligence, and predictive modeling.
Earned a place on the President's Honor Roll and Dean's Honor Roll for academic excellence.
Participated in hackathons and coding competitions to apply technical skills and solve complex problems.

Lovely Professional University

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Science

Aug 2019 - Dec 2021

Grade: 9.0

Achieved a 9.0 CGPA and was recognized for both academic performance and extracurricular involvement.
Developed core skills in programming, software engineering, and data structures.
Gained practical experience in both front-end and back-end web development.
Contributed to group projects, collaborating with peers to develop innovative tech solutions.
Enhanced problem-solving skills through coursework and coding competitions.
Participated in workshops and seminars on emerging technologies like AI, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
Actively engaged in university tech clubs and events, sharpening leadership and teamwork abilities.

Hi, I'm Rocky Sharaf

Software Engineer | Future AME

Bridging Code & Avionics