jakew.tech

Jake Wilkinson · Computer Science

// COMPUTER SCIENCE · UNIVERSITY OF SURREY

Building reliable & scalable systems,
one commit at a time.

I’m a Computer Science student at the University of Surrey who enjoys taking ideas from concept to production-style code. I like building things that are fast, reliable, and maintainable – from web apps and backends to self-hosted services.

Java · TypeScript · JavaScript

HTML/CSS · SQL · Lua · Python

Linux · Networking · DevOps curious

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~/jakew/jakew.tech.ts

// jakew.tech – booting up ✨

const profile = {
  name: "Jake Wilkinson",
  role: "Computer Science Student",
  university: "University of Surrey",
  location: "Horsham, West Sussex, UK",
  languages: ["Java", "TypeScript", "JavaScript", "HTML/CSS", "Python", "Lua", "SQL"],
  interests: ["web", "systems", "networking", "DevOps", "self-hosting"]
};

async function buildFuture(profile) {
  // 1. Master fundamentals
  const coreSkills = ["data-structures", "algorithms", "networking", "systems"];

  // 2. Ship real projects
  await deploy({
    repo: "github.com/itzjakeboiz",
    project: "jakew.tech",
    tech: ["HTML/CSS", "JS", "Futuristic UI"]
  });

  // 3. Operate like a real engineer
  return "Ready for internships, placements & grad roles.";
}

const nextSteps = buildFuture(profile);

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Live coding feed

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About & core skills

A snapshot of how I think about engineering, the tech I use day-to-day, and the experience I’ve built so far.

I’ve been obsessed with computers since I was around 10, starting with scripting and game dev, then moving into web development, networking, and self-hosted services. I enjoy solving real problems – from automating workflows to keeping machines secure and compliant.

Alongside university, I’ve done online contract programming work – integrating APIs and writing Lua, Python and JavaScript for clients – and I manage IT for a financial services company, including Microsoft Intune and CyberEssentials certification.

Before Surrey, I followed a computing-heavy path through school and college, including GCSE Computer Science (grade 8) and Digital Information Technology (Distinction), plus a lot of self-taught networking and Docker at home.

📍 Horsham, West Sussex, UK 🎓 BSc Computer Science · University of Surrey 💼 Contract programmer & IT manager

// technical stack status: always learning

Java 80%

HTML / CSS 85%

JavaScript / TypeScript 86%

Python / Lua 75%

SQL / Databases 72%

Linux / Networking 78%

Journey in code

Key milestones that shaped how I write code, design systems, and work with people.

2023 – Present Guildford · Surrey

BSc Computer Science · University of Surrey

Studying algorithms, data structures, systems and software engineering while building projects that go beyond the bare minimum – focusing on clean code, version control and realistic architectures.

Nov 2022 – Present Remote · Contract

Online Contract Programmer

Delivering code for clients using Lua, Python and JavaScript – integrating APIs, adding features, and debugging production issues. Learned to communicate clearly with non-technical people and ship on time.

Nov 2022 – Present Reliance Wealth Management

IT Manager · Infrastructure & Compliance

Managing the IT estate using Microsoft Intune, keeping devices secure and compliant, and supporting annual CyberEssentials certification. Hands-on with updates, device policies, and troubleshooting.

Feb 2018 – Present Roblox Platform

Lead Developer & Community Management

Created and maintained a Roblox game, led a small dev team, shipped weekly updates and handled community feedback. Learned leadership, scope management and how to iterate on features quickly.

June 2024 AJW Group

Work Experience · Aviation Logistics

One-week placement learning about project management, time management and presentations, plus exposure to how large businesses scope and deliver new projects.

Selected project

This site is intentionally built like a small product: clear sections, re-usable components and subtle motion.

jakew.tech – Personal Portfolio

Front-end · UX

A single-page portfolio designed to feel like a modern app rather than a static CV – with a code-style hero, scrolling journey timeline, and clear contact area for employers.

HTML CSS JavaScript Animations

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Get in touch

Interested in internships, placements or part-time software roles – especially where I can learn from a strong engineering team.

If you’d like to talk about roles, projects, or anything in the CS space, feel free to reach out. I’m comfortable jumping into existing codebases, picking up new tools quickly, and taking ownership of my work.

Email is best for first contact – I’ll happily reply with more details or arrange a call.

✉ Email Jake GH GitHub

📞 Phone: 07483 839175

📍 Based in Horsham, West Sussex