Joshua Culbert

A skilled professional with expertise in Java application development, OOP, SQL database management, and data interpretation. Proficient in utilising HTML and Javascript languages and applying analytical and critical thinking honed through historical investigations. Demonstrates advanced customer service skills developed over nine years, alongside strong task collaboration abilities from both hospitality roles and academic group projects. Adept at prioritisation and time management to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results. Committed to leveraging technical expertise and interpersonal skills to contribute effectively to dynamic team environments while pursuing opportunities for professional growth.

• Certificate from Kainos' 2-day Code-Connect-Challenge where I had the ability to apply theoretical learning to a real project. I obtained experience in industry-standard agile team organisation, working with clients, meeting specifications and taking on new challenges and constructive criticisms.
• Highest honour in the Boy's Brigade - Queen's Badge
• Raised £1000+ for Cancer Fund for Children

• Following the F1 seasons for 10+ years
• Built desktop computer from scratch, picking the parts that met both my aesthetic and technical specifications whilst remaining within my set budget.
• Begun using online tutorials to learn 3D modelling on Blender to enhance my creative skills and ability to independently teach myself new skills
• Frequently go camping as a way to remain active and improve my ability to improvise and make-do with the tools and supplies I have available to me

Rebuilt the till system at The Guillemot Deli, improving front-end usability for staff by implementing clear labelling, alphabetizing, and colour coding. Enhanced the system's ability to record stock and sales, streamlining operations.

Currently engaged in OOP and agile development with a team of 4 to develop a text-based UI board game using Java. The emphasis of this game is the process of requirements analysis, system design, software implementation and system testing that delivers reliable and appropriate functionality.

Developing an Academic Progression Monitoring web app which is a role-based platform designed to track student performance and progression in higher education. Performance refers to module grades, while progression assesses eligibility to advance within a programme. The system will support secure login, ensuring sensitive student data remains protected. Access should be restricted based on user roles (e.g., students and administrators). A responsive, data-driven dashboard will enable efficient monitoring and management of student performance.