Kristina Xydis Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, United States

Skills- Work with application owners and business analysts to design, build, and maintain responsive security web applications using Blazor Web Assembly and Blazor Server- Migrate and optimize data access layers using Entity Framework Core and Visual Studio code first migrations to enhance performance and data management- Design software and technology architectures according to industry standards using C#, the ASP.Net Core Framework, and best practices to create applications capable of real time and concurrent traffic- Create relational diagrams and technical documentation to clarify and demonstrate application architecture, goals, and functionality to development team- Maintain code repositories using peer reviewed pull requests, CI pipelines, and automatic testing on managed releases in Azure DevOps for all enhancements, fixes, and new requirements Duties- Transition legacy systems from traditional monolithic architectures to modern applications using dynamic web interfaces and API-First approaches- Optimize existing enterprise software for maximum speed and scalability across various devices while ensuring the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs on different browsers and devices- Use and modify CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps for efficient development, automatic testing, and deployment workflows across working environments- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure high-quality deliverables in an Agile environment across DevOps Suites- Develop user stories and discuss requirements for new projects while continually supporting and responding to customers and end users of existing applications and legacy software using SCRUM and Agile methodologiesAccomplishments- Refatctored and migrated legacy Visit Request system after analyzing, planning, and executing the transition to an updated .Net framework and C# Blazor technology stack

Houston, Texas, United States

Skills• Developing software solutions from beginning to end• Performing research and analysis to determine software project cycle, including estimating tasks, scheduling of assigned projects, and ensuring schedules are met or revised as necessary• Providing software and application development in support of onboard crew operations• Using current software knowledge to design and develop code that meets NASA Flight Operations Directorate (FOD) standards• Maintaining code and troubleshooting software related problems• Providing front end graphical user interface design• Create project management plans, risk management plans, communication plans, change management plans according to MSE Mission guidelinesDuties• Developing and testing custom software for the benefit of crewmembers onboard ISS• Providing operational support for Daily Operations and Crew Support (DOCS)-Developed and crew-requested applications• Integrating inputs from multiple teams and balancing requests against the priorities of the Flight Operations Directorate (FOD)• Developing required software documentation and internal DOCS group documentation• Analyze and prepare project proposals and assessments for upper levels of management to ensure contract readiness and continued use of systems• Inform managers of upcoming mission risks along with innovative solutions and communicate plans across FOD to ensure all projects and software are kept up to changing mission and security standardsAccomplishments• Supported and re-integrated the Flight Control Team Roster application with external systems when the center switched to a guarded mode• Update the Flight Control Team Roster application to synch with the external system after an extended lapse in connectivity and changes in configuration• Received favorable evaluations, an IMOC Excellence award, and recognition for work done to connect the Flight Control Team Roster application and FOX Extensions Database

Houston, Tx

Skills• Configure pass through authentication protocols on IIS Web Services to allow domain authentication within the NASA Network• Generate keys and certificates for cross-domain authentication using SAML authentication throughout the Flight Operations Directorate network• Follow OWASP methodologies and Perform reports and necessary redesigns to keep web applications invulnerable• Encrypt identifiable PII used throughout four webservers on both NASA and public facing domains using the AES algorithm• Assist in SQL migrations from Microsoft to MySQL servers for mission support applications• Maintain source-controlled applications using GitLab using branching and mirroring techniques and protect code and repositories using RSA tokens• Optimize stored procedures, functions, and tables to increase or update application and tool functionalityDuties• Develop and maintain multiple applications in Visual Studio using the .Net Framework, SQL and MySQL Databases, SharePoint, and other Windows Technology• Maintain and develop websites and applications using a mix of JavaScript modules, html pages with AJAX data calls, and server-side Java jobs• Create and adapt software solutions to meet cross-departmental needs while meeting government security protocols and engineering process requirements• Support the Astronaut office by building and maintaining user procedure request applications, training materials for the new ASCAN and continuing classes, and websites with JavaScript, jQuery, CSS and other web libraries and technologies• Establish manual testing and validation procedures for applications integrated with multiple system interfaces, databases, access points and firewalls within and outside of JSC• Direct requirement gathering, user story creation, collaborative development and documentation for new projects while continually supporting and responding to customers and end users of existing applications and legacy software using SCRUM and Agile methodologies

Houston, Texas Area

Skills• Create and adapt software solutions to meet cross-departmental needs while meeting government security protocols and CMMI Level 3 engineering process requirements• Develop ASP.Net Web Applications in Visual Studio and support software development for the Astronaut Office at NASA Johnson Space Center using VB.Net, C#, JavaScript, JQuery, and CSSDuties• Create and maintain SharePoint pages using SharePoint Designer• Support database administration in Microsoft SQL Server by creating backups and performing clean ups on all servers and development areas• Create new stored procedures, functions, and tables to increase or update application and tool functionality• Direct and participate in all steps of software development cycle for new projects while continually supporting and responding to customers and end users of existing applications and legacy software• Create and maintain Application Pools and Virtual Directories using IIS Manager

Skills• Develop ASP.Net Web Applications in Visual Studio to control user procedure requests while retrieving procedure and workflow data from databases using VB.Net and JavaScript• Maintain databases in Microsoft Access and SQL Server and create new stored procedures and functions to increase application and tool functionalityDuties• Create and maintain Application Pools and Virtual Directories using IIS Manager• Develop Reporting Tools in C# and output files in Word, PDF, and XML Formats• Participate in requirement gathering, project planning, development, and testing while cooperating with end users and outside departmental teams using SCRUM methodologies• Develop training applications using Silverlight and embed them into C# applications

I first began tutoring at Phoenix College. I came to enjoy it and created my own network of clients after I moved to Houston. I tutored all levels from Kindergarten to University Level.Skills• Model and encourage students to seek a higher understanding in mathematics• Develop resources, handouts, and other instructional material to enhance math skills• Tutor students in specific course material and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning

Duties• Develop Windows Form Applications in Visual Studio using VB.Net for reporting and management purposes while linking data with company databases• Use SQL Server and MySQL to maintain and create stored procedures and functions while optimizing application and retrieval performance• Participate in product release life cycle through project planning, architecture, design, testing, and integration for new applications and projects

Houston, Tx

Duties• Work with SharePoint developers to manage website design, functionality, and database retrieval• Assist in the oversight of strategies and initiatives for database architecture and administration• Provide technical assistance on database support issues, service requests, projects, and quality assurance testing

Bachelor’S Degree, Computer Engineering Technology/Technician

Activities and Societies: Computer Science Girls, Houston Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (H - LSAMP), Institute.

Associate'S Degree

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, S - STEM Scholars, Student Leadership Organization, Ursa Major Science Society