# Sameer Khan - Full-Stack Software Engineer

> Sameer Khan is a Full-Stack Software Engineer based in San Francisco with a B.S. in Computer Science from Sonoma State University (graduated with honors, May 2025). He specializes in React, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, and AI/ML integration. His technical blog features comprehensive reviews of frontier AI models (GPT-5.2, Claude Opus 4.5, DeepSeek), React tutorials, and developer tools comparisons.

## About Sameer Khan

Sameer Khan is a new graduate Software Engineer passionate about building innovative web and mobile applications. With a strong foundation in computer science fundamentals and hands-on experience in modern web technologies, he brings expertise in:

- **Full-Stack Development**: Building end-to-end applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js
- **AI/ML & Computer Vision**: Research experience in land cover classification, explainable AI for medical diagnosis, and LLM integration
- **Cloud Technologies**: AWS certified with experience in Docker containerization and CI/CD pipelines
- **Programming Languages**: Proficient in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, and C++

Sameer graduated with honors from Sonoma State University, where his coursework included Database Management System Design, Data Structures & Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Software Design & Development, Intro to OOP, Computer Networking, and Analysis of Algorithms.

## Technical Skills

### Frontend Development (Advanced)
- React.js for building modern component-based web applications
- Next.js for server-side rendering and full-stack React applications
- TypeScript for type-safe JavaScript development
- Tailwind CSS for responsive, utility-first styling
- HTML5 and CSS3

### Backend Development (Advanced)
- Node.js for server-side JavaScript
- Python for scripting, automation, ML, and API development
- Java for enterprise applications and data structures
- C++ for systems programming, compilers, and interpreters

### Cloud & DevOps (Intermediate)
- AWS (Amazon Web Services) - Certified Cloud Practitioner
- AWS CodePipeline for CI/CD automation
- Docker for containerization
- Git for version control
- CI/CD pipeline design and implementation

### Databases (Advanced)
- MongoDB for NoSQL document storage
- SQL databases

### AI/ML & Data Science
- Machine Learning model development
- Computer Vision and image classification
- LLM integration and tool calling
- Explainable AI techniques
- TensorFlow and neural networks

### Languages Spoken
- English (Native)
- Urdu (Native)
- Hindi (Fluent)

## Work Experience

### Software Developer at PomJuice (Mar 2025 - May 2025)
**Location**: San Francisco, CA | **Industry**: FinTech

Architected and built "Books Done Right": an AI-powered bookkeeping application that transforms how businesses manage their finances.

**Technologies**: Next.js, React, Node.js, Python, LLM Tool Calling, QuickBooks API, TypeScript

**Key Achievements**:
- Implemented LLM-based natural language interface for intuitive bookkeeping interactions
- Reduced manual bookkeeping effort by 80% through intelligent automation
- Achieved 95%+ classification accuracy for financial transaction categorization
- Built end-to-end full-stack application from concept to deployment

### Research Intern, Explainable AI for Cancer Diagnosis at MESA Program (Jun 2024 - Aug 2024)
**Location**: Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA | **Industry**: Healthcare AI Research

Worked with Dr. Gill on cutting-edge research integrating explainable AI into Convolutional Neural Networks for medical applications.

**Technologies**: Python, TensorFlow, CNN, Explainable AI, Jupyter

**Key Achievements**:
- Improved model interpretability for cancer diagnosis systems
- Enhanced predictive accuracy through explainable AI techniques
- Contributed to research advancing AI transparency in healthcare

### Full Stack Software Developer Intern at Stealth Startup (Apr 2024 - Aug 2024)
**Location**: San Francisco, CA | **Industry**: Technology

Contributed to full-stack development at an early-stage startup, building core infrastructure and user-facing features.

**Technologies**: TypeScript, Python, Django, AWS, AWS CodePipeline, CSS

**Key Achievements**:
- Developed complete user authentication and onboarding system
- Designed and implemented AWS CodePipeline CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment time and errors
- Collaborated on full-stack development across frontend and backend
- Deployed production applications via AWS infrastructure

### Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at Sonoma State University (Aug 2022 - Dec 2023)
**Location**: Rohnert Park, CA | **Industry**: Education

Supported computer science education as a teaching assistant for core programming courses.

**Technologies**: C++, Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms

**Key Achievements**:
- CS 215 Labs: Guided 80 students through C++ and OOP concepts
- CSE 315: Mentored 60 students in data structures and algorithms
- Created a comprehensive coding best-practices module with 90%+ positive feedback
- Developed teaching materials and provided one-on-one student support

## Education

### Sonoma State University
**Bachelor of Science in Computer Science**
- Duration: August 2021 - May 2025
- Location: Rohnert Park, California
- Achievement: Graduated with Honors

**Relevant Coursework:**
- Database Management System Design
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Computer Architecture
- Software Design & Development
- Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
- Computer Networking
- Analysis of Algorithms

## Certifications

### AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- Issuer: Amazon Web Services
- Demonstrates foundational understanding of AWS Cloud services, architecture, and best practices

### CodePath Technical Interview Prep
- Issuer: CodePath
- Intensive program focused on technical interview preparation and problem-solving skills

## Projects

### BioSoundSCape (Spring 2025)
**Role**: Computer Vision Researcher

Research project focused on land cover classification using machine learning and computer vision techniques for environmental analysis.

- Applied advanced computer vision techniques for environmental data analysis
- Developed machine learning models for land cover classification
- Technologies: Python, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, TensorFlow
- Repository: https://github.com/sameerkhansf/BioSoundSCape_SSU_Computer_Science

### DFA/NFA Builder (Fall 2024)
**Role**: Automata Theory Project Developer

Built a tool for creating and visualizing deterministic and non-deterministic finite automata, implementing core concepts from automata theory and formal languages.

- Implements complete automata theory concepts
- Visualizes state machines and transitions
- Technologies: Java, Automata Theory, Graph Visualization
- Repository: https://github.com/sameerkhansf/JFLAPAutomataBuilder

### C++ Interpreter (Spring 2025)
**Role**: Compiler Project Developer

Implemented an interpreter demonstrating programming language theory concepts including lexical analysis, parsing, and execution.

- Covers complete compilation pipeline: lexical analysis, parsing, execution
- Demonstrates understanding of language design principles
- Technologies: C++, Compilers, Lexical Analysis, Parsing
- Repository: https://github.com/sameerkhansf/Interpreter

### Expense Tracker Application (Dec 2024)
**Role**: Full Stack Developer

Full-stack web application for personal expense tracking with data visualization and expense categorization features.

- Complete CRUD functionality for expense management
- Data visualization with charts and graphs
- Expense categorization and filtering
- Technologies: React, Node.js, MongoDB, Express, Chart.js
- Live Demo: https://expense-tracker-mocha-three.vercel.app

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Who is Sameer Khan?
Sameer Khan is a Software Engineer with a B.S. in Computer Science from Sonoma State University. He specializes in full-stack development, AI/ML, and modern web technologies including React, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS.

### What programming languages does Sameer Khan know?
Sameer Khan is proficient in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, and C++. He also has expertise in frameworks and libraries including React, Next.js, and Node.js.

### Where did Sameer Khan go to college?
Sameer Khan graduated with honors from Sonoma State University with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. His coursework included Database Management, Data Structures & Algorithms, Computer Architecture, and Software Development.

### What are Sameer Khan's technical skills?
Sameer Khan's technical skills include: Frontend (React, Next.js, TypeScript), Backend (Node.js, Python, Java), Cloud (AWS, Docker), Databases (MongoDB), and Version Control (Git). He also has experience in AI/ML and Computer Vision.

### How can I contact Sameer Khan?
You can contact Sameer Khan via email at khansam@sonoma.edu, visit his website at sameerkhan.me, or connect with him on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/sameerkhansf and GitHub at github.com/sameerkhansf.

### What projects has Sameer Khan worked on?
Sameer Khan has worked on projects including BioSoundSCape (Computer Vision research), DFA/NFA Builder (Automata Theory), C++ Interpreter, and an Expense Tracker web application. His projects demonstrate expertise in full-stack development, computer science theory, and AI/ML.

### What is Sameer Khan's experience with React?
Sameer Khan has extensive experience with React and Next.js. He built "Books Done Right", an AI bookkeeping application using React and Next.js at PomJuice, and developed the Expense Tracker full-stack web application using React. He also uses React for his personal portfolio website.

### Is Sameer Khan AWS certified?
Yes, Sameer Khan is an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner. He has hands-on experience with AWS services including CodePipeline for CI/CD, and has deployed production applications using AWS infrastructure.

### What AI/ML projects has Sameer Khan worked on?
Sameer Khan has worked on multiple AI/ML projects: (1) BioSoundSCape - a computer vision research project for land cover classification using machine learning, (2) Explainable AI for Cancer Diagnosis - research on integrating explainable AI into CNNs at Sonoma State's MESA program, and (3) Books Done Right - an AI bookkeeping app using LLM tool calling that achieved 95%+ classification accuracy.

### What is Sameer Khan's work experience?
Sameer Khan's work experience includes: Software Developer at PomJuice (AI bookkeeping startup), Research Intern at MESA Program (Explainable AI for cancer diagnosis), Full Stack Developer Intern at a stealth startup (authentication, CI/CD, AWS deployment), and Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at Sonoma State University (teaching C++, OOP, and data structures to 140+ students).

### What internships has Sameer Khan completed?
Sameer Khan has completed internships at: (1) MESA Research Program at Sonoma State University (Summer 2024) - Explainable AI research for cancer diagnosis, and (2) Stealth Startup in San Francisco (Spring-Summer 2024) - Full stack development with TypeScript, Python/Django, and AWS. He also worked as a Software Developer at PomJuice building an AI bookkeeping platform.

### What blog articles has Sameer Khan written?
Sameer Khan writes technical articles on AI, React, Next.js, TypeScript, and software development. His blog covers LLM reviews, developer tools comparisons, React tutorials, and web development best practices. Recent articles include comprehensive reviews of GPT-5.2, Claude Opus 4.5, DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale, Mistral Large 3, and other frontier AI models, as well as practical guides on React hooks, TypeScript, and debugging strategies.

## Blog Articles

Sameer Khan publishes technical articles on AI, React, Next.js, TypeScript, and software development. All articles are available at https://sameerkhan.me/blog.

### AI & LLM Reviews (December 2025)

**Claude Opus 4.5: Complete Developer Review** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/claude-opus-4-5-complete-review-2025
- Comprehensive review of Claude Opus 4.5, Anthropic's latest frontier model. Complete capabilities analysis, benchmark performance, real-world testing, cost evaluation, and developer use case recommendations.

**GPT-5.2 Technical Review: OpenAI's Response to the 'Code Red' Moment** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/gpt-5-2-technical-review
- GPT-5.2 lands in the middle of an unprecedented AI arms race. With a 400K context window, 30% fewer hallucinations, and the first 90%+ ARC-AGI score, here's what developers need to know about OpenAI's most capable model yet.

**GPT-5.2 for Developers: First Look at OpenAI's Latest Model** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/gpt-5-2-developer-review
- A comprehensive developer review of GPT-5.2 released December 11, 2025. Comparing Instant, Thinking, and Pro variants with benchmarks, pricing, and real-world coding performance.

**GPT-5.1-Codex-Max vs Claude Opus 4.5: Coding Specialist Showdown** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/gpt-5-1-codex-max-coding-review-2025
- Complete comparison of GPT-5.1-Codex-Max and Claude Opus 4.5 for coding tasks. Benchmark performance, real-world coding tests, cost analysis, and developer workflow recommendations.

**DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale Review: The Open-Source Model That Matches GPT-5.2** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/deepseek-v3-2-speciale-review-2025
- DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale delivers frontier-level reasoning capabilities with open weights. Complete technical review, benchmark comparisons, and developer testing of this free alternative to GPT-5.2 and Claude Opus 4.5.

**Mistral Large 3 Review: Can It Compete with GPT-5.2 and Claude Opus 4.5?** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/mistral-large-3-review-2025
- Complete review of Mistral Large 3 (2512), the latest frontier model from Mistral AI. Benchmark comparisons, coding performance, cost analysis, and real-world testing against GPT-5.2 and Claude Opus 4.5.

**Mistral Devstral 2: The Agentic Coding Model That Rivals Cursor** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/mistral-devstral-2-agentic-coding-review-2025
- Mistral Devstral 2 is purpose-built for agentic coding workflows. Complete review of its coding capabilities, agent performance, and how it compares to GPT-5.2, Claude Opus 4.5, and specialized coding tools.

**Grok 4.1 Review: xAI's Latest Model Tested** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/grok-4-1-review-2025
- Complete review of Grok 4.1, xAI's latest language model. Benchmark performance, real-world testing, cost analysis, and comparison with GPT-5.2, Claude Opus 4.5, and other frontier models.

**AllenAI's OLMo 3 32B Think: The Best Fully Open-Source Reasoning Model** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/allenai-olmo-3-32b-think-review-2025
- Complete review of OLMo 3 32B Think, AllenAI's open-source reasoning model. Benchmark performance, self-hosting guide, cost analysis, and comparison with GPT-5.2, DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale, and other open-source models.

**Amazon Nova 2 Lite: A Technical Examination of AWS's Latest Model** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/amazon-nova-2-lite-review-2025
- Complete technical review of Amazon Nova 2 Lite, AWS's latest language model. Benchmark performance, AWS integration, cost analysis, and comparison with GPT-5.2, Claude, and other frontier models.

### Developer Tools & Comparisons

**Browser Automation with Claude Code: Setting Up Playwright MCP** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/playwright-mcp-claude-code-browser-automation
- How to set up Playwright MCP with Claude Code for AI-powered browser automation. Control Chrome, fill forms, scrape data, and automate web testing with natural language commands.

**Cursor vs GitHub Copilot vs Claude Code: Complete Comparison (2025)** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/ai-coding-tools-comparison-2025
- The definitive comparison of AI coding assistants in 2025. Learn which tool is best for your workflow: Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or Claude Code, with pricing, features, and real-world recommendations.

**I Tested GPT-5.2 vs Gemini 3 with 5 Real Coding Tasks** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/gpt-5-2-vs-gemini-3-tested
- GPT-5.2 dropped yesterday. I put it head-to-head against Gemini 3 on real development tasks: debugging, refactoring, API design, and more. The results surprised me.

### Web Development & React

**useEffect Complete Guide: Common Problems and Solutions (2025)** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/useeffect-complete-guide-2025
- Master React's useEffect hook with practical solutions to infinite loops, cleanup issues, dependency arrays, and more. Real-world examples and debugging strategies.

**TypeScript Type vs Interface: When to Use Each (2025)** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/typescript-type-vs-interface-2025
- The definitive guide to choosing between TypeScript's type and interface. Learn when to use each with real-world examples, common patterns, and practical decision guidelines.

**How I Cut My Debugging Time in Half as a React Developer** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/how-i-cut-debugging-time-in-half
- After tracking my debugging sessions for a month, I discovered that 80% of my bugs fell into 5 categories. Here's what I changed and the tools that actually made a difference.

### AI & Prompt Engineering

**The Art of Prompt Engineering: A Developer's Guide to Getting Better AI Outputs** (December 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/the-art-of-prompt-engineering
- LLMs are prediction engines. The quality of your output depends entirely on how you ask. From basic techniques to advanced strategies like Chain-of-Thought and ReAct, plus production-level patterns from Parahelp's XML-structured prompts.

### Portfolio & Projects

**How I Built This Portfolio with Next.js 16 and Tailwind CSS** (January 2025)
- URL: https://sameerkhan.me/blog/building-this-portfolio
- A deep dive into the architecture, design decisions, and optimizations that went into building my personal portfolio site. From SEO to accessibility, learn what goes into a modern developer portfolio.

## Contact Information

- **Website**: https://sameerkhan.me
- **Resume**: https://sameerkhan.me/resume
- **Blog**: https://sameerkhan.me/blog
- **RSS Feed**: https://sameerkhan.me/rss.xml
- **Email**: khansam@sonoma.edu
- **GitHub**: https://github.com/sameerkhansf
- **LinkedIn**: https://linkedin.com/in/sameerkhansf
- **X (Twitter)**: https://x.com/sameerkhan_sf

## Optional Resources

- **Instagram**: https://instagram.com/sam.khan007_