Kent Zhang
About Kent Zhang
Kent Zhang is a Software Engineer at FareHarbor since 2022, where he develops web applications, including Plant Press. He also works as a Market Vendor at K & J ORCHARDS, LLC and has a background in Computer Engineering from California Polytechnic State University.
Work at FareHarbor
Kent Zhang has been employed as a Software Engineer at FareHarbor since 2022. In this role, he contributes to the development of web applications, focusing on enhancing user experience and functionality. His current project, Plant Press, exemplifies his skills in creating interactive platforms for users to manage their plant collections.
Current Projects and Technologies
Kent is actively working on Plant Press, a web application designed for users to manage personal plant collections and engage with other users' plant regimens. The application utilizes a tech stack that includes React, Redux, MongoDB, Express, and AWS for image uploading. It is also designed to be mobile-friendly using Bootstrap, ensuring accessibility across devices.
Experience at K & J ORCHARDS, LLC
In addition to his role at FareHarbor, Kent has been a Market Vendor at K & J ORCHARDS, LLC since 2014. This position has provided him with experience in customer service and market operations in San Francisco, California, for a duration of ten years.
Education and Training
Kent Zhang earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, completing his studies from 2014 to 2019. He further enhanced his programming skills by attending App Academy for three months in 2021, focusing on software development.
Technical Skills and Projects
Kent has demonstrated his technical capabilities by developing a clone web application of Yelp using React-Redux and Ruby on Rails. This project showcases his proficiency in web development and his ability to create functional and user-friendly applications.