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👋 Hi, I’m Osman Khan aka @Oztheproblem. I'm excited and proud to be a @makersacademy graduate. I am a Software Engineer boasting transferable skills from Education, Project Management, and Health & Wellbeing domains. Beyond my technical skills, my 'Soft Skills' stand as my paramount asset. My journey has led me to independently learn AWS, Azure, Agile & Scrum methodologies. Bolstering my journey are connections with seasoned coders who provide invaluable guidance. I aspire to align myself with a reputable enterprise that I can represent with a sense of pride & honor, channeling my combined soft and technical skills to make meaningful contributions

• Part Time Football Coach - American School of London - Sept 2023 – Current

  Assistant football coach for the Illustrious Eagles F.C. Supports team training, strategy, and player development, while also assisting with administrative tasks and maintaining open communication

• Makers Academy Intern - May 2023 – Aug 2023

  Hands-on experience in software development, honing my programming skills, and learning agile methodologies. The program includes extensive training in web development, databases, test-driven development, pair programming, and more.

• Behavior Mentor -Trust - Roundwood - Dec 2022 – May 2023

  Acting as a role model, life coach as well as careers advisor to students in an ‘alternative provision’. Developing behavior management plans, providing counseling and guidance, monitoring progress, and collaborating with other professionals, such as teachers, parents, and healthcare providers, to ensure that individuals receive comprehensive support.

• Co - Director -SKYF RBKC - Aug 2022 – Present

  As Co-Director at SKYF Charity in RBKC, I excel in bid writing for project funding, while also orchestrating monthly workshops focusing on wellbeing and career support. My role involves strategic leadership, fostering transparent communication with stakeholders, and driving community empowerment.

• EMI Teacher Ministry of Education UAE - Aug 2017 – Aug 2022

  Teaching Health Sciences, enabling students and staff to improve their lifestyle choices by educating them in all Dimensions of Health as well as First Aid (Physical and Mental).

• PDT - Project Manager - Sept 2014 - Aug 2017

  Delivering and coordinating of a project commissioned by Public Health in the most ethnically diverse ward in Westminster. Bringing local people and services together to improve health and wellbeing and to reduce inequalities.

A 16-week intensive development bootcamp, focusing on :

• Agile methodologies

• Object-oriented design

• Test driven development and behaviour driven development

• Pair programming

• XP values

• London Metropolitan University 2006 - 2008

  Sports Science & Management BSC (incomplete)

• St Augustine’s C of E High School 1999 – 2006

During my Peer Programming Experience , I had the opportunity to work within diverse teams of varying skill levels. One notable project was the creation of an Airbnb Clone using a new tech stack. This challenge was met with a mix of excitement and uncertainty, as we were all essentially strangers at the beginning of the project. Leveraging my strong communication skills, I assumed a leadership role during our Agile method stand-ups, ensuring that our team was well-coordinated and focused on our goals.

One of my key strengths lies in my ability to manage interpersonal dynamics effectively. I demonstrated this by adeptly defusing tensions that occasionally arose within the team. In a collaborative setting where differing opinions on design choices and feature priorities emerged, I stepped in to facilitate productive discussions. By skillfully asking probing questions, I guided the team toward making well-informed decisions. For instance, when there were contrasting preferences regarding CSS styling and feature implementation, I approached the situation with diplomacy and patience.

What set me apart in this scenario was my commitment to understanding each team member's perspective in order to produce a function and viable product as well as a cohesive team. I took the initiative to engage with individuals who expressed the most frustration, lending an empathetic ear to their concerns. By doing so, I created an atmosphere where everyone felt heard and valued, which significantly contributed to the team's cohesion and producing a high end product.

My experience extends beyond technical skills alone. As a former teacher and behavior mentor, I've honed my ability to adapt my communication style to different audiences. This skill proved invaluable when working with teammates of varying technical proficiencies. Furthermore, my background in guiding and mentoring others enables me to offer constructive feedback and support, fostering a positive learning environment for everyone involved.

Lastly, I pride myself on being a naturally friendly and approachable individual. This trait not only makes collaboration more enjoyable but also contributes to maintaining a harmonious team atmosphere. People find it easy to connect with me, and this approachability enhances teamwork and knowledge sharing.

In summary, my journey as a teacher, behavior mentor, and collaborator with volunteers, combined with my friendly disposition, has equipped me with a unique blend of skills that I'm confident and excited to bring to the table.

• TDD
• DevOps familiarity - Enrolled to KodeKloud
• AWS & Azure Cloud Fundamentals
• AWS lab experience
• Project Management
• Soft Skills Speciialist
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Motivation

• Front End Web Developer - Codeacademy
• Mental Health First Aid - Instructor
• Introduction to Scrum Master
• Google Project Management Course

• Sports and Excercise - Football, NBA and MMA
• Man United (Yes I'm from London, and what!?!)
• Travelling
• Films and TV (big Marvel and DC geek)
• Empowerment and wellbeing
• Family & Friends

• ✉️ osman_khan1987@hotmail.com
• 🌐 GitHub

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