Gaurav Sharma
About Gaurav Sharma
Gaurav Sharma is a C/C++ Developer currently working at Microsoft in the New York City Metropolitan Area. He has extensive experience in software development, optimization, and testing across various technologies and platforms.
Work at Microsoft
Gaurav Sharma has been employed at Microsoft as a C/C++ Developer since 2018. His role involves utilizing his expertise in C/C++ programming within the New York City Metropolitan Area. His contributions to the team include optimizing software performance and enhancing development processes.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Microsoft, Gaurav Sharma worked at Teradata as a C++ Developer from 2016 to 2020. During his tenure, he focused on optimizing query performance for various database systems. Additionally, he was employed at D-Link USA as a C/UNIX Developer from 2010 to 2016, where he gained substantial experience in software development.
Education and Expertise
Gaurav Sharma earned a Master's degree in Information Technology from St. Mary's University, completing his studies from 2010 to 2015. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in software development and programming languages, particularly C++ and Unix.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Gaurav Sharma is proficient in a variety of programming languages and technologies, including C++, STL, Boost, Multithreading, Unix, Perl, Python, and XML. He has experience in testing and reviewing software, particularly in the context of SWIFT applications. His skills also extend to utilizing Azure Cloud and Yarn Resource Manager in development environments.
Contributions to Query Optimization
Throughout his career, Gaurav Sharma has focused on optimizing query performance for MS-SQL, Teradata, and Apache Spark-SQL. He has implemented new rules that enhance the efficiency of these database systems, demonstrating his analytical and problem-solving skills in software development.