Vijayakumar Chandrasekar
About Vijayakumar Chandrasekar
Vijayakumar Chandrasekar is a Senior Frontend Lead at PMG in Austin, Texas, specializing in JavaScript data visualization and CI/CD processes. He has a Master of Computer Applications and extensive experience in frontend development, particularly with ReactJS and related technologies.
Work at PMG
Vijayakumar Chandrasekar has been employed at PMG as a Senior Frontend Lead since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing user interfaces and enhancing the overall user experience. His responsibilities include utilizing advanced JavaScript frameworks and libraries to create dynamic web applications. He is based in Austin, Texas, where he collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement effective frontend solutions.
Education and Expertise
Vijayakumar Chandrasekar earned a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) from Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology and Research Academy, completing his studies from 2006 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation in computer science principles, which he applies in his professional work. He has developed expertise in various frontend technologies, including ReactJS, D3.js, and CSS3 preprocessors.
Background in Technology
Before joining PMG, Vijayakumar Chandrasekar held several positions in the technology sector. He worked as an IT Analyst at Tata Consultancy Services from 2013 to 2014 and as an Associate - Projects at Cognizant Technology Solutions from 2011 to 2013. He also served as a Senior Frontend Engineer at PayPal from 2019 to 2023, where he honed his skills in frontend development and team collaboration.
Technical Skills and Tools
Vijayakumar Chandrasekar is proficient in a variety of technical skills and tools essential for frontend development. He has utilized D3.js for data visualization and has experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes using Jenkins, Docker, JIRA, and Trello. His expertise extends to using Babel as a transpiler, Webpack for bundling, and testing React components with frameworks such as Nemo, Mocha, and Jasmine.
Frontend Development Techniques
In his frontend development work, Vijayakumar Chandrasekar has implemented mobile-first responsive web design using Bootstrap 4 and CSS3 Grid System. He is experienced in using React Fiber, including rendering new types such as fragments and strings, and implementing error boundaries. His knowledge of CSS3 preprocessors like LESS and styled-components enhances his ability to create efficient and maintainable code.