# Lu Lu

> Software Engineer with Scientific Research Experience | Full Stack Development | JavaScript | Node.js | SQL | MongoDB | React | Express | Restful APIs | Git Workflow | HTML | CSS

Location: Middletown, New York, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/lulu1

As a software engineer with a strong foundation in scientific research and teaching, I bring a unique blend of analytical skills and creativity to my work. My previous career as a science teacher and researcher has instilled in me a deep sense of curiosity and a passion for discovery, which drives me to tackle complex problems and continuously learn new technologies.

I am always open to connecting with professionals from diverse backgrounds and exploring opportunities to contribute to exciting projects. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss potential collaborations or share insights about the industry.

## Work Experience
### Full Stack Engineer @ Personal Software Engineering Projects
Jan 2024 – Present
🛳️🏖️Life Journey Cruises is a dynamic platform that allows users to explore, plan, and book cruises to an array of captivating destinations. Designed with user experience in mind, our platform features a streamlined checkout process and an AI chatbot to assist users at every step of their journey.

##Key Features:

- Remix Framework: Established to ensure a consistent project structure and seamless user experience.
- Supabase Database: Implemented with well-mapped schemas to ensure accurate data input and management.
- Landing Page: Engages customers and initiates the booking process with an inviting interface.
- Planning Page: Provides comprehensive information about each cruise, including routes and available excursions, along with a detailed map of stops.
- Booking Page: Allows users to select rooms and specify the number of guests for their cruise.
- Payment Page: Summarizes all booking details and securely processes payment information.
- Secure Login with 2FA: Features two-factor authentication to prevent bot attacks and protect user data.
- Tailwind CSS Styling: A vibrant design tailored to appeal to the mid-20s demographic, creating a lively party atmosphere.
- AI Chat Assistance: Offers real-time answers to any questions users may have about cruise booking.
Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or planning your first adventure, Life Journey Cruises makes booking your next getaway an easy and enjoyable experience.

### Front End Engineer @ Personal Software Engineering Projects
Jan 2024 – Present
🌟🧥 Arrow Front End Related Items Component - Digital Retail Platform

##Description

The Arrow Front End Related Items Component is tailored for digital retail platforms to improve user experience by offering effortless access to related product information and enabling users to create their own custom outfits. Emphasizing modern UI/UX principles, this component facilitates smooth interaction and navigation for users exploring products.

##Features

This component is structured around four vital components, each addressing a distinct aspect of the digital retail experience:

- Related Items: Displays data for related products and offers a personalized "Your Outfit" section, allowing users to add and view their selected items.
- Product Details: Allows users to examine various product attributes.
- Questions & Answers: Provides a platform for users to explore product-related queries and access detailed information.
- Ratings & Reviews: Presents ratings and reviews for selected products, enabling users to filter and sort the displayed information.

##Technologies Used

This component utilizes a range of contemporary development tools and frameworks, including:

- React.js: For creating dynamic and interactive UI components.
- Webpack: For bundling assets and modules efficiently.
- Babel: For transpiling modern JavaScript to ensure compatibility across browsers.
- ESLint: For maintaining code quality and consistency.
- Jest & React Testing Library: For thorough testing of React components to ensure reliability.

##Achievements
- Developed the component with SEO best practices, achieving a perfect Lighthouse SEO score of 100%.
- Ensured the application is fully accessible, maintaining a Lighthouse Accessibility score of 100%.

### Back End Engineer @ Personal Software Engineering Projects
Jan 2024 – Present
🚀✨Project Atelier is a responsive application designed for both desktop and mobile platforms, leveraging Node.js, React, and Express to deliver a modern and intuitive e-commerce experience. The backend service employs Nginx, PostgreSQL, and Node-Cache to ensure efficient data flow to the client, facilitating horizontal scaling to accommodate increased traffic while maintaining low response times.

### Science Faculty @ Northern Academy
Jan 2016 – Jan 2023 | New York, United States

### Senior Research Associate @ Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Jan 2018 – Jan 2020 | Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States


## Education
### Master of Science - MS in Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Jan 2013 – Jan 2015

### Computer Software Engineering
Hack Reactor
Jan 2024 – Jan 2024


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/lulu99

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Last updated: 2026-04-01