Dean Aldric HarrisonWalston

Software Engineer & Data Scientist

Dwalston252@gmail.com404-625-7717LinkedInGitHub

Professional Summary

Data science graduate and emerging software engineer with experience in analytics, machine learning, and full-stack development across academic, corporate, and fellowship settings. Currently completing an AI-powered software engineering bootcamp and earning industry certifications to deepen expertise in building intelligent, data-driven applications. Proven ability to design production-ready solutions, develop automated data workflows, and create interactive dashboards that drive decision-making and user engagement.

Certifications

Aug 2025

Responsive Web Design

freeCodeCamp

Sep 2025

Competency in AI Prompting Essentials

TestOut Corporation

Sep 2025

Certified ScrumMaster

Scrum Alliance

Technical Skills

Programming & Web Development

Python
JavaScript
C#
HTML
CSS
Java
TypeScript
React
Spring Boot

Data Analytics & Visualization

Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib)
Power BI
SQL
Jupyter Notebooks

Data Science & Machine Learning

Data Cleaning
Data Analysis
Predictive Modeling
Machine Learning Algorithms
AWS Services

Software & Tools

Git
Microsoft Office Suite
AWS (S3, Lambda)
Raspberry Pi

Education

AI-Powered Full Stack Software Engineering Bootcamp

Code Differently

Wilmington, DE

Current
Aug 2025 – Present

Rigorous 20-week full-stack software engineering boot camp (50+ hours/week) focused on building technology solutions using Java, Spring Boot, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and React.

Bachelor of Arts in Data Science

Fisk University

Nashville, TN

Graduated: May 2025

Professional Experience

Data & Analytics Extern

Innova Solutions

Wilmington, DE (Remote)Nov 2025 – Dec 2025
  • •Designed cloud-backed reports, data models, and workflow integrations that supported project architecture and improved data accessibility for internal users
  • •Analyzed statement of work (SOW) data from U.S. programs to identify process gaps, resulting in clearer visibility into workload distribution and contributing to faster production-level decision cycles
  • •Built and maintained Power BI dashboards that visualize KPIs for partners and stakeholders, helping increase reporting transparency and engagement across programs.
  • •Coordinated with engineering and platform teams to strengthen data accuracy, maintain reliable server connections, and improve system-health visibility
  • •Automated recurring reporting workflows using Python and Excel, reducing manual turnaround time and improving day-to-day accessibility for analysts.
  • •Collaborated across cross-functional teams of internal and external stakeholders to ensure support for data validation, compliance needs, and consistent reporting practices.

Data & Analytics Fellow

The Recycling Partnership

Nashville, TN (Remote)Jan 2024 – Dec 2024
  • •Selected as 1 of 4 students for a year-long remote professional program aimed at cultivating diverse leaders in the recycling and circular economy sector.
  • •Analyzed local and national community recycling data of 10,000+ community recycling programs, identifying trends and opportunities that enhanced program effectiveness by 20%.
  • •Developed interactive dashboards to visualize recycling metrics to stakeholders, improving engagement and access to critical data.
  • •Automated internal workflows, enabling faster access to critical data and reporting speed.

Research Analyst Intern

Fisk University

Nashville, TNMay 2023 – Aug 2023
  • •Researched the NetsBlox Tool of Vanderbilt University, evaluating its effectiveness in teaching computer science concepts through visual programming, user engagement, and collaborative learning.
  • •Built course modules on Cloud APIs and networking; gained proficiency in AWS services (S3 and Lambda), Blocks, SQL.

Lead Coach – Summer of Invention & Innovation Program

100 Scholars Robotics Alliance

Atlanta, GAMay 2022 – Aug 2022
  • •Mentored 800+ scholars in robotics across FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), guiding them in competition challenges and technical development.
  • •Taught young minority scholars ages 7+ in the programming languages of JavaScript and Blocks, improving robotics skills and inspired research on NASA's Space Exploration.

Software Engineer Intern – Rock Internship Program

Quicken Loans

Detroit, MI (Remote)May 2021 – Aug 2021
  • •Collaborated with Rocket Loans team of engineers to create, test, and improve quality and functionality of production systems.
  • •Designed and implemented unit and integration tests, enhancing reliability of loan service applications.

HBCU Computer Science Summer Institute Practitioner

Google

Huntsville, ALJun 2019 – Jul 2019
  • •1 of 45 students selected nationwide for a 3-week coding program at Alabama A&M University.
  • •Completed Python training; configured Raspberry Pi; delivered final project to Google engineers.

Leadership & Activities

Vice Basileus

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. – Eta Psi Chapter

2022–2023

Participant

Fisk Executive Leadership Program

2022–2023

Scholar

Center for Financial Advancement, Home Free-USA

2021–2023

Mentor

Breakthrough Atlanta

2012–2023

STEM Coach

Johnson STEM Activity Center

2022–2023