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Swalpesh Kotalwar

Full Stack Developer | DevOps

Location: Cleveland, OH
Degree: Master's in Computer Science
Focus: Scalability & Cloud Deployments
Email: s.kotalwar@vikes.csuohio.edu
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The Developer's Narrative

I am a software engineer driven by the architecture of scalable, production-grade systems. My technical journey began at Savitribai Phule Pune University, laying a robust foundation in Computer Engineering, and has evolved at Cleveland State University, where I am currently specializing in Advanced Algorithms and Software Engineering.

My expertise lies in bridging complex backend logic with intuitive user interfaces. At Encoding Solutions, I architected high-performance full-stack platforms using the MERN stack and optimized cloud infrastructure on AWS. Currently, I balance technical precision with operational efficiency at CSU.

"Code should not just function; it should scale, secure, and sustain."

Beyond the syntax, I am passionate about System Design and Data Optimization. When I'm not debugging distributed systems or fine-tuning SQL queries, I'm exploring the frontiers of DevOps automation and Cloud Native Architecture.

Technical Skills

LANGUAGES
JavaScript (ES6+)
SQL (MySQL)
Python
FRAMEWORKS
Node.js
React.js
Express.js
Bash Scripting
CLOUD / DEVOPS
AWS (EC2, S3)
Docker
Nginx / PM2
Linux
TOOLS & CONCEPTS
Data Structures
REST APIs
Git / GitHub
CI/CD

The Journey

Expected Dec 2026

M.S. in Computer Science

Cleveland State University | Cleveland, USA

Specializing in Advanced Algorithms and Software Engineering.

May 2019 - June 2023

B.E. in Computer Engineering

Savitribai Phule Pune University | Pune, India

Foundation in Data Structures, OS, and Database Management Systems.

Sep 2025 - Present

Front Desk Assistant

Office of Disability Services | CSU

  • Managed exam scheduling and accommodations ensuring compliance.
  • Proctored accommodated exams maintaining academic integrity.
  • Coordinated with students/faculty to resolve administrative issues.
May 2023 - Dec 2024

Full Stack Web Developer

Encoding Solutions Private Limited

  • Designed scalable full-stack apps (React, Node, MySQL).
  • Built RESTful APIs with RBAC, validation, and authentication.
  • Optimized MySQL database schemas for performance.
  • Deployed on Linux cloud servers (Nginx, PM2).
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams on production solutions.