Hello, I'm Larisa Turetskaia,
Web Developer

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About

I'm a Computer Science student at Goldsmiths, University of London with a passion for building user-friendly and reliable web applications. Alongside my studies, I actively explore both front-end and back-end technologies, applying this knowledge to create functional solutions. Naturally curious and pro-active, I'm inspired by the diverse possibilities in programming and excited to tackle complex tasks, contribute to the project and grow.

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Projects

TechTalk Event Manager

Full-stack event management web application built to streamline the creation, management, and attendance of tech talks and community events.

  • Frontend: React Router v8, TypeScript, Vite, React Bootstrap.
  • Backend: Node.js, Express.js, MySQL database, REST API architecture.
  • Infrastructure & DevOps: DigitalOcean Droplet (Ubuntu Linux), Nginx configured with SSL/HTTPS.
  • Distinct portals and permission structures for event attendees and organizers.
  • Robust user authentication powered by secure password hashing (bcrypt) and protected API endpoints.
  • Integrated image uploading and static asset handling for event banners.
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Growplants online store

The e-commerce website built with React and featuring:

  • React Router for smooth navigation and multi-page feel
  • TypeScript for safe typing
  • Redux and Redux Toolkit for managing data
  • Local storage for persisting cart data
  • React Bootstrap and CSS for styling
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2D Side Scrolling Game

Multilevel side-scrolling game created with P5.js and P5.Sound libraries:

  • based on custom graphics and animations drawn with the Canvas API
  • includes complex game logic - collision detection, score and lives tracking and more
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To-Do List

Full-stack task management application deployed on a DigitalOcean Droplet features:

  • a responsive React frontend
  • a RESTful API with Node.js, Express.js
  • MySQL database for storing and serving project data
  • Nginx for routing and reverse-proxy
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Web Drawing App

Web-based drawing application:

  • created with P5.js library and canvas API
  • uses an optimized version of the four-way flood fill algorithm
  • offers various drawing tools and functions, import/export images and more
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Contacts

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