Portrait of Drake AuClaire

About

Calm execution, high standards.

As a Computer Science student at Westminster University, graduating with honors and a minor in Applied Mathematics, I secured a role in the FinTech industry as a sophomore and never looked back. I specialize in test automation and quality assurance, with a talent for breaking code before users ever get the chance to. My work keeps teams protected, products polished, and stakeholders confident. What sets me a part is more than technical skill. I bring professional communication, cross-team collaboration, and a genuine drive to make the people around me succeed. I don't just write clean code, I build trust. I'm transitioning into a full-time software engineering role this May, and I'm just getting started. If you're interested in meaningful work, my portfolio won't disappoint, explore what I've built and where I'm headed.

  • Ambitious Hungry but humble, with long-term growth goals in software engineering.
  • Curious I actively seek feedback and keep learning in a fast-changing field.
  • Analytical I enjoy solving hard technical problems with clear, structured thinking.
  • Project Delivery Completed multiple projects in and outside school, from planning to deployment.
  • Deliberate Practice I sharpen fundamentals through coding challenges and side projects.
  • Industry Path Progressed from QA Analyst Intern to QA Engineer, and aligned to transition into Software Engineer 1 after graduation.
  • Murray High School Graduated in 2022 with a 4.0 GPA.
  • Westminster University Senior in Computer Science, minor in Applied Mathematics, part of Honors and First Scholars programs.
  • Degree Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.

Capabilities

What I build

Backend Engineering

API and data-focused development with C#, .NET, Java, SQL, and cloud services.

Frontend Development

Responsive interfaces that prioritize clarity, accessibility, and polished interaction.

Full-Stack Delivery

From idea to release, I ship practical products that teams can maintain long term.

Portfolio

Selected projects

PrepMates

Solo-built exam prep platform with tailored videos, AI hints, and progress tracking.

FE BE

Chatroom

Java client-server chat app with JavaFX and a custom binary KLV protocol.

Console Sneaker App

Java + MySQL console app modeling real sneaker marketplace workflows.

Bitmap Pixel Manipulation

C-based systems project focused on low-level image data processing techniques.

MountainPaths

Python algorithms project for finding the path of least resistance across mountain terrain.

Zen Spelling

Django team project for K-5 learners with game interactions and teacher support features.

Finance Website

Client-facing Django web app for financial advisor branding and business growth.

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Contact

Let’s build something useful.

drake.auclaire2004@gmail.com

801-706-3436

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