Hi, I’m Thomas Calcote, a full stack developer with 3+ years of experience building scalable web applications, REST APIs, and automation solutions. I specialize in C#, .NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, and Java/Kotlin, and I’m passionate about writing clean, future-focused code with scalability at the core. I have a proven track record architecting complex systems including server-authenticated game backends, AI-powered applications, and secure payment integrations.

Thomas Calcote

Hi, I’m Thomas Calcote, a full stack developer with 3+ years of experience building scalable web applications, REST APIs, and automation solutions. I specialize in C#, .NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, and Java/Kotlin, and I’m passionate about writing clean, future-focused code with scalability at the core. I have a proven track record architecting complex systems including server-authenticated game backends, AI-powered applications, and secure payment integrations.

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Hi, I’m Thomas Calcote, a full stack developer with 3+ years of experience building scalable web applications, REST APIs, and automation solutions. I specialize in C#, .NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, and Java/Kotlin, and I’m passionate about writing clean, future-focused code with scalability at the core.

I have a proven track record architecting complex systems including server-authenticated game backends, AI-powered applications, and secure payment integrations.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Programmer at Life Burn Games
May 2, 2023 - Present
Architected and developed a competitive trading card game in Unity with C#, featuring 265 unique cards. Built HTTP REST server with encrypted account data and fully server-authenticated game play logic. Designed SQL database for account management and a custom deck-building functionality. Created comprehensive JSON schema for elegant card integration and easy balancing updates. Maintained future-focused development practices with scalability as a core principle.
Freelance AI Trainer at Data Annotation
May 2, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Remote trained and fine-tuned AI models for software code generation. Provided high-quality annotations and feedback to improve model accuracy. Contributed to the development of next-generation AI coding assistants.
Sales Representative at Sen Ske Services
April 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020
Drove door-to-door sales for residential services during initial 4 months. Transitioned to customer service and sales auditing roles. Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills in client-facing environment.
Freelance AI Trainer at Independent / Freelance
May 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Data Annotation | Remote Trained and fine-tuned AI models for software code generation. Provided high-quality annotations and feedback to improve model accuracy. Contributed to the development of next-generation AI coding assistants.
Sales Representative at Senske Services
April 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020
Conducted door-to-door sales for residential services during the initial four months. Transitioned to customer service and sales auditing roles. Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills in client-facing environments.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering at Brigham Young University - Idaho
September 1, 2025 - February 14, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering at Brigham Young University - Idaho
September 1, 2025 - February 14, 2026
PC Pro, Network Pro, Security Pro, Linux Certifications at Mountainland Technical College
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
1-year certificate course at Mountainland Technical College
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering at Brigham Young University - Idaho
September 1, 2025 - February 14, 2026

Qualifications

PC Pro
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Network Pro
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Security Pro
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Linux Pro
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
PC Pro
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Network Pro
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Security Pro
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Linux Certifications
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
PC Pro Certification
June 1, 2021 - February 14, 2026
Network+ Certification
June 1, 2021 - February 14, 2026
Security+ Certification
June 1, 2021 - February 14, 2026
Linux Certification
June 1, 2021 - February 14, 2026
IT Professional Certification (1-year course completed in 4 months)
June 1, 2021 - February 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education

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