
Hello!
My name is Matthew Leng, born and raised in Brooklyn, New York.
I was a pre-school teacher for almost a decade. Although I absolutely loved the profession, I felt I could make a bigger impact by combining my love for education, learning, and technology.
That’s when I rediscovered my passion for software engineering. After taking various online courses, I joined Fullstack Academy to pursue structured learning. Since then, I've been building applications to solve real-world problems and make a positive impact.
When I’m not learning or coding, you can find me playing video games, reading, bouldering, or training — I’m an Olympic weightlifting athlete!
Experience
Founding Frontend Developer
Stealth Startup • 2024
Designed and implemented scalable front-end architecture, developed an AI feedback prototype improving model accuracy, and collaborated with leadership to refine UX/UI.
Associate Software Developer
Columbia University • 2023 – 2024
Led development projects, upgraded legacy frameworks, and mentored an intern to enhance productivity and ensure timely delivery.
Pre-School Teacher
Brooklyn, New York • 2012 – 2020
Provided early childhood education and fostered a nurturing environment to support children’s growth and development.
Tech Stack
Languages
JavaScript
TypeScript
Python
C#
SQL
PHP
Libraries & Frameworks
Django
Node.js
Express
Jest
React
Vue.js
Gatsby
Next.js
Redux
React Native
.NET
Symfony
Databases
PostgreSQL
MySQL
MongoDB
ServiceNow CMDB
Tools
GitHub
Postman
Jira
ServiceNow
Microsoft Azure