Melina Sparks

About Melina Sparks

I\'ve spent nearly a decade immersed in the world of software engineering, with my most significant chapter unfolding at Microsoft. There, I was part of the team that shaped the Outlook Mail and Calendar experiences—both web and native Windows Universal apps. My journey into tech started early; I was that kid who took apart the TV just to see how it worked. My mom still laughs about how I once reprogrammed our garage door opener to open the neighbor\'s garages when I was just ten! This curiosity has fueled my passion for innovation throughout my career.While my roots are in front-end web development, I’m currently shifting toward full-stack development to leverage and expand my back-end development skills. I genuinely enjoy crafting solutions that not only meet user needs but also enhance their overall productivity, efficiency, and sense of individuality. In addition to my technical skills, I\'m both a business owner and tradeswoman (Welding). I embarked on an entrepreneurial adventure by founding Wild Cranberry Rentals three years ago. I learned how to manage operations and build strong client relationships. This venture instilled invaluable lessons about focusing on customer needs, improving with iteration/feedback, and adapting to change—skills that are highly valuable in the tech industry.I believe that collaboration is key when it comes to innovative problem-solving. Whether it’s brainstorming with colleagues or discussing ideas with fellow entrepreneurs, I thrive in environments where creativity flows freely. Outside of work hours, you will often find me exploring new tech trends, traveling the world with friends, playing sports, going to concerts, creating art, or hanging out with my cat.If you’re interested in collaborating on projects that prioritize user experience, innovation, and diverse perspectives, feel free to reach out! You can contact me via email or chat—I’d love to connect.Skills- Front-End Development- Full Stack Development- Problem Solving with a growth mindset (if it isn\'t known it can be learned)- Cross-functional collaborationProgramming Languages:(more below) TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Java, C#, PythonTechnological Proficiencies:(more below) ReactJS, React Native, SASS, IndexedDB, NodeJS, GraphQL, Redux, Jest

Experience

1. Full Stack Software Engineer

   Venteur

   Jul 2025 — Present

Education

• University of Victoria

  Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science with Distinction

  2011 — 2015

• Vancouver Island University

  Level C Training Certification, Welding

  2009 — 2010

• The University of British Columbia

  Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science

  2011 — 2011

Skills

• Programming
• Html
• Testing
• Sql
• C#
• Software Development
• Python
• Test Planning
• C++
• Javascript
• Ios Development
• Swift
• Quality Assurance
• Java
• Requirements Analysis
• Quality Management
• Microsoft Office
• Object Oriented Design