About

Andrew Chen is a highly motivated and detail-oriented software engineer with a passion for creating projects that solve practical problems and add value to people's lives. With a background in accounting and a focus on optimization, he brings a unique perspective to his work as a developer. Andrew is experienced in using React, Redux, JavaScript, Node, Express, and Ruby on Rails to create responsive full-stack applications. He is constantly learning and exploring new technologies and languages to make his work cleaner, more efficient, and creative. Currently, Andrew is working as a Volunteer Income Tax Assistant at Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, where he completes income tax returns for members of low-income communities and leads workshops to train volunteers on tax preparation using TaxSlayer. Previously, Andrew worked as a Finance Intern at Ameriprise, where he gained experience in financial analysis and reporting. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Business with a Minor in Accounting from the University of California, San Diego, and is currently pursuing a degree in Web Development from App Academy. With over 4 years of relevant experience as a software engineer, Andrew is a valuable asset to any team. He is a strong communicator, a quick learner, and a dedicated problem-solver who is always looking for ways to improve his skills and contribute to the success of his projects.