Hi, I'm Pujan
Software Engineer
Based in Philadelphia
BIOGRAPHY
Hi, I'm Pujan, a Software Engineering student at Drexel University. I have experience in building robust software applications with focus on testing and scalable architecture.
CONTACT
Philadelphia, PA
pujan.pokharel@drexel.edu
+1 445-237-6650
EXPERTISE
Full-stack Development
Software Architecture
Test-Driven Development
DevOps & CI/CD
Website & UI/UX Design
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
4+
COMPLETED PROJECTS
10+
COMPANIES WORKED
2+
Skills
My favorite skillsFrontend Developer
HTML
Intermediate
CSS
Intermediate
JavaScript
Intermediate
React
Basic
Git
IntermediateProgramming Languages
Java
Intermediate
Python
Intermediate
C
Intermediate
C#
Basic
C++
BasicBackend & Tools
Node.js
Intermediate
PostgreSQL
Intermediate
GitLab CI/CD
Intermediate
Docker
Basic
PowerApps
IntermediateQualification
Experience & educationEducation
Bachelors in Software Engineering
Philadelphia, PA - Drexel University 2021 - 2025
GPA: 3.74
Relevant Coursework:
Software Architecture • Data Structures & Algorithms • Database Systems • Human-Computer Interaction • Web Development • Artificial Intelligence • Data Analytics
Academic Projects:
Game Design – Created 4 total games as a complete beginner in a 3 month term, including a zombie first-person shooter 3D game.
Web Design - Created 3 total sites based on best web design practices from designing wireframes to coding them into responsive sites.
Scholarships & Awards:
Drexel Dean’s Scholarship (2021–2025) – Merit-based academic award.
Leadership:
Treasurer, Drexel Nepali Student Association (2022–2023)
– Managed $5,000 annual budget and organized 5+ campus events with 75+ attendees.
Work
Application Support Analyst
PECO, Exelon - Philadelphia, PA March 2023 - September 2023Engineered an automated PowerApp for user authorization to replace manual Mobile Dispatch authorization. As a result, shortened the time from 3 hours to only 30 minutes. Optimized SQL queries and database indexes to improve database performance, accelerating report generation by 30%. Engineered PowerShell automation scripts, reducing user authorization processing time by 85%
Work
Developer / Researcher - ReflectAI (AI Journaling Web App)
Drexel University - Philadelphia, PA March 2025 - September 2025Led design, development, and research for ReflectAI, a cross-platform AI journaling app built with React, Supabase, and Cohere AI. Developed two live sites — a journaling site and a research showcase. Conducted user studies with 6 participants over 21 days, analyzing usability and engagement data. Designed system architecture, managed testing, and ensured accessibility compliance (WCAG). Improved AI response speed by 40% through backend query optimization.
Projects
Most recent work
ReflectAI Journal
An AI-assisted journaling web application designed to help users reflect more deeply on their thoughts through meaningful prompts and conversations. Built with React, Supabase, and Cohere/OpenAI integration, this site uses HTML, CSS, and vanilla JS.
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Recipe-Meal Planner
A meal planning platform that lets users search recipes, save favorites, schedule meals, and create shopping lists based on pantry inventory. Built with Node.js/Express.js, RESTful API, Spoonacular API integration, and PostgreSQL database.
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Sports Stocks Prototype
Real-time sports trading platform prototype using React.js with Chart.js integration, comprehensive validation, and responsive UI with Tailwind CSS design.
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Small Banking Software System
Java-based banking system featuring compound interest calculations, accounts creation, validation, 400+ unit tests with JUnit, Test Driven Development principles, and GitLab CI/CD integration with static code analysis.
Repo - Private (Academic Project)
Survey/Test Management System
Assessment platform using layered architecture, and good design patterns, supporting 6 question types with validation and grading, featuring serialization for data persistence and automated grading system.
Repo - Private (Academic Project)