Youssef Charif Hamidi

Youssef Charif Hamidi

Youssef Charif Hamidi

Welcome to My Cosmic Journey

Greetings, fellow space traveler! I am a passionate software engineer and co-founder of RemoteOtter, a platform connecting professionals with remote job opportunities. My journey, marked by resilience and creative problem-solving despite cerebral palsy, has given me a unique perspective. I've thrived through unconventional learning methods and made meaningful contributions to diverse international teams. Committed to lifelong learning, I am excited about the endless possibilities in tech and eager to keep pushing boundaries.

Professional Odyssey

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Co-Founder & Full-Stack Engineer

RemoteOtter

October 2024 - Present

RemoteOtter is a modern job board platform that connects users with remote work opportunities worldwide. As Co-Founder and Full-Stack Engineer, I collaborated with Abdulrhman Metawei to design and implement the platform's architecture, ensuring scalability and performance. Built under the mentorship of Julien Barbier, Co-Founder of Holberton School, the platform features advanced search capabilities, personalized email notifications, and seamless user experience, powered by state-of-the-art technologies and AI integrations.

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Software Engineer

Headstarter AI Fellowship

July - August 2024

The Headstarter AI Fellowship is an intensive program designed to equip participants with advanced skills in software engineering and AI integrations. During the fellowship, I built AI-powered websites, collaborated with a global team, and gained hands-on experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). The program also included mock technical interviews with AI, workshops, and tech talks on software development, entrepreneurship, and industry trends.

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Educational Voyage

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ALX Software Engineering Program

2023 - 2024

The prestigious ALX Software Engineering Program, in partnership with Mastercard, is an intense 12-month program designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge for the tech industry through hands-on learning and real-world applications. During the 9-month Foundations phase, I mastered low-level programming with C, learned high-level programming with Python and Flask, and managed databases with MySQL. In the 3-month Specialization phase, I focused on backend development, learning modern technologies like MongoDB, Redis, and Express.js. This hands-on, project-based approach emphasized problem-solving and critical thinking. With the support of a vibrant community of peers and mentors, I am now well-prepared to enter the tech industry.

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Stellar Projects

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Get A Gig

A foundational project for RemoteOtter, built collaboratively with Abdulrhman Metawei. This remote job board platform is tailored for software engineers, offering curated job listings and AI-powered cover letter generation.

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MemFlip

An AI-powered flashcard app that enhances learning through intelligent flashcard generation and real-time review.

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Sadim AI

An AI-powered chatbot designed for natural, human-like conversations with rapid inference capabilities.

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Rate My Professor

An AI-powered platform for professor recommendations and conversational interactions.

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Archer

An education app tailored for children with autism, enhancing literacy, math, and science skills through interactive tools and activities. Always under development to better meet user needs.

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Pantry Tracker

A Next.js application to manage pantry inventory, track essentials, and generate ideas using AI. Always evolving to improve user experience.

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Galactic Certificates

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AI Career Essentials Program

September 2024

The ALX AICE program provided me with hands-on experience and deep insights into the latest AI tools and technologies. Throughout the program, I developed the ability to integrate AI into various workflows, significantly enhancing my productivity and problem-solving abilities. This achievement has further strengthened my competitive edge in the tech industry, equipping me with the skills to leverage AI for innovative solutions and streamlined processes.

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Technical Constellations

Languages & Frameworks

HTML
CSS
JavaScript
Node.js
Next.js
React.js
Tailwind CSS
Express.js
Python
Django
Flask
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
Node.js
Next.js
React.js
Tailwind CSS
Express.js
Python
Django
Flask

Databases

MySQL
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Redis
Cloud Firestore
Prisma
MySQL
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Redis
Cloud Firestore
Prisma

AI Tools

OpenAI API
Groq
Cohere
Pinecone

Cosmic Soft Skills

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