Akim Desire
About Akim Desire
Akim Desire is a Front End Software Developer with five years of experience at Insight Global in Sunrise, FL. He has a background in Fine Arts and transitioned into software development after completing a bootcamp at Thinkful, specializing in the MERN stack and pursuing interests in video game development.
Work at Insight Global
Currently, Akim Desire works at Insight Global as a Front-End Software Developer. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to various projects in Sunrise, FL. His role involves utilizing his expertise in the MERN stack, particularly focusing on React, to develop user-friendly applications. Akim values the opportunity for self-teaching and actively seeks to enhance his skills through exploration of documentation and practical application.
Previous Experience at CMX Cinemas
Before transitioning into software development, Akim Desire worked at CMX Cinemas as a Server from 2017 to 2018 for a duration of 10 months. This role provided him with valuable customer service experience, which he has since leveraged in his professional career in technology.
Education and Expertise
Akim Desire studied at Florida International University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Fine/Studio Arts from 2011 to 2018. He also completed a bootcamp at Thinkful, which equipped him with the necessary skills and structure to transition into software development. Additionally, he worked as a Full Stack Web Developer - Engineering Immersion Candidate at Thinkful for 5 months in 2018, further solidifying his technical foundation.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Akim specializes in the MERN stack, with a strong focus on React for front-end development. He employs testing frameworks such as Jest and Enzyme to write tests that identify flaws in code and enhance code efficiency. His commitment to self-improvement is evident as he is currently self-teaching C# and Unity, driven by a personal interest in video game development.