Zeinab Diab | Software Engineer & Backend Developer

Software engineer in progress. Builder by practice.

I am a Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence student specializing in Information Systems , ranked 4th in my major with a 3.3/4.0 GPA.

My main focus is software engineering and backend development , with hands-on experience building database-driven applications using Python, Django, SQL, PostgreSQL, C#, and ASP.NET Core .

I also have a strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, databases, operating systems, networking, and software engineering . Through competitive programming, I have solved 2,000+ problems and reached a rating of up to 1900.

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2× ECPC Finalist

Finalist in 2025 and 2026, with 2,000+ competitive programming problems solved and a rating up to 1900.

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Backend Development

Building server-side applications, database-driven systems, APIs, and business logic using Python, Django, SQL, and .NET.

Databases & Systems

Relational database design, SQL, ER modeling, normalization, queries, transactions, and database-backed applications.

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Algorithms & Problem Solving

Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, complexity analysis, graph algorithms, and competitive programming.

Technologies I work with.

A software engineering toolkit centered around backend development, databases, algorithms, and core computer science.

Python

C++

JavaScript

Django

.NET

ASP.NET Core

API

REST APIs

SQL

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

SQLite

Data Structures

Algorithms

OOP

Git

Git & GitHub

Unit Testing

Selected engineering work.

Selected academic, personal, and freelance projects demonstrating backend development, databases, algorithms, AI integration, and software engineering fundamentals.

Aletheia

AI-powered social intelligence and recruitment platform designed to transform digital and user-provided data into structured intelligence, personalized insights, intelligent search, and analytics.

Python Django PostgreSQL AI/NLP JavaScript REST

View GitHub Project ↗

MindMap AI

Intelligent study-management system using relational data, graph algorithms, priority queues, and an explainable rule-based recommendation engine.

Python OOP BFS DFS Graph Algorithms SQLite Testing

View GitHub Project ↗

Airport Database Management System

Relational database management system consisting of 13 interconnected tables with ER modeling, relational mapping, constraints, advanced SQL, views, procedures, functions, and triggers.

SQL Server T-SQL PL/SQL ER Modeling DBMS

View GitHub Project ↗

Planet Accessories

Client-facing e-commerce web application developed for an Upwork client, integrating Django backend functionality, database-driven product management, frontend components, and business logic.

Freelance Python Django HTML CSS JavaScript

View Live Project ↗

Building, collaborating, and mentoring.

Practical experience across freelance software development, technical mentoring, competitive programming, and collaborative team environments.

Freelance Backend & Web Developer

Upwork Client

Freelance Project

Developed and delivered a client-facing e-commerce web application for showcasing and selling accessories.
Built backend functionality using Python and Django, including database-driven product management and server-side business logic.
Integrated frontend, backend, and database components into a complete web application.
Translated business requirements into functional web features according to client requirements.

Competitive Programming Coach

USC Community · Volunteer

Volunteer Experience

Coached beginner competitive programmers in problem solving, algorithms, data structures, and ECPC preparation.
Conducted problem-solving and upsolving sessions using Codeforces, AtCoder, and VJudge.
Designed structured training plans and customized problem sets based on participants' technical levels.
Maintained progress tracking to evaluate performance and guide future training.

Cybersecurity Mentor

Volunteer

Volunteer Experience

Mentored junior students in web security fundamentals and vulnerability analysis.
Explained common web vulnerabilities and exploitation concepts through practical examples.
Guided learners through cybersecurity roadmaps, hands-on labs, and CTF challenges.

Volunteer

Seya

Volunteer Experience

Collaborated in a team-based environment focused on learning, contribution, and project development.
Participated in onboarding activities covering the organization's vision, roadmap, tracks, roles, workflow, and projects.
Worked with team members to understand project directions, responsibilities, and initial tasks.

Competitive programming & academic achievements.

2× ECPC Finalist · 2025 & 2026

2,000+ Competitive programming problems solved

1900 Competitive programming rating

4th Rank in major · GPA 3.3/4.0

Learning by building.

2023 – Present · Expected June 2028

B.Sc. Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence

Information Systems · University of Sadat City — Faculty of Computer Science & AI

GPA: 3.3/4.0 · Rank: 4th in Major

Relevant Coursework: Data Structures & Algorithms, Database Systems, Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Software Engineering, System Analysis & Design, UI/UX

Professional Development

Information Technology Institute (ITI)

Backend Development with Python & Django — Python, Django, Backend Development, Database Integration

Professional Development

Digital Egypt Pioneers Initiative (DEPI)

Professional Data Analysis — SQL for Data Analysis, Python, Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Power BI, Tableau

Languages

Arabic · Native English · Professional Working Proficiency French · Basic / Intermediate

Let's build something useful.

Interested in software engineering, backend development, collaborative projects, or technical opportunities? Feel free to reach out.

Zeinab Abd El Monem Diab

Software engineer in progress. Builder by practice.

2× ECPC Finalist

Backend Development

Databases & Systems

Algorithms & Problem Solving

Technologies I work with.

Selected engineering work.

Aletheia

MindMap AI

Airport Database Management System

Planet Accessories

Building, collaborating, and mentoring.

Freelance Backend & Web Developer

Competitive Programming Coach

Cybersecurity Mentor

Volunteer

Competitive programming & academic achievements.

Learning by building.

B.Sc. Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence

Information Technology Institute (ITI)

Digital Egypt Pioneers Initiative (DEPI)

Languages

Let's build something useful.

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