Ben Boonstra


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You probably want to know what I specialize in. I hate to break it to you, but the answer is.. nothing! Coding is too much fun to not try everything. I've built websites for nonprofits, programmed algorithms for robots, and coded video games (just because). Check out my work below!

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Effortless

Effortless Banner

A Python package designed to make databases simple and intuitive.

Python

python

solo

fall 2024

Django CSS Templating

A Visual Studio Code extension that adds support for Django templating in CSS files.

Typescript

typescript

solo

fall 2024

Unknown Universe

In Unknown Universe, you command a lone spaceship exploring the depths of space, orbiting strange and hostile planets in a battle for survival. Inspired by retro classics like Diamonds, this game offers a fresh roguelike twist. Plus, the planets you're circling aren't just sitting there—they fight back.

Godot

godot

duo w/ @Rilliane_

fall 2024

Idlegame

A python package with two missions: entertain you and teach you. idlegame is ran from the command line, and uses only real zsh commands to play. You can create Nanobots with the nano command, which will run tasks you program them to do.

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Python

python

solo

fall 2024

PipEmbeds

A Django API I wrote in a day on a whim because I couldn't find an API I wanted. Gets PyPi Python package data and formats it into human-readable and stylish preview cards.

Django

full-stack / django

solo

fall 2024

Head
Co-Captain and Head of Programming

Metallum Ultorum Robotics

I've been the head of the Waukee Northwest Robotics club and associated team's programming department through many years of FTC, placing for the Control (programming) Award.

Java

java

team

2023-2025

Guanaco Trade

A Python package that uses generative and predictive AI to make trades in the stock market. Produced a 30% growth in capital during a 3-month testing period in which the S&P increased 10%.

Python

python

solo

spring 2024

Deep Dive

1st
Winner: Text Based Game Jam 2022

One of my earliest projects, for the first Game Jam I ever entered. Tells an immersive choose-your-own-adventure through purely the Python terminal.

Python

python

duo w/ @styxcolor

summer 2022

Pixel Puzzlebox

Coming Soon...

Frontend

frontend

duo w/ @Ann-MarieDev

fall 2024

Daughters of Norway Iowa

Coming Soon...

Full Stack

full-stack

duo w/ @Ann-MarieDev

fall 2024

Code Tycoon

Coming Soon...

Typescript

typescript

solo

winter 2024

APEX Hackathon

Coming Soon...

Frontend

frontend

duo w/ @Ann-MarieDev

winter 2024


Skills

Python
PyPI
Data Analysis
Generative AI
Machine Learning
Godot
Game Design
Project Leadership
HTML
CSS
JS
Databases
Backend
Frontend
Automatic Deployment
OOP
Git
VCS
CLI Development
Persistent States
Bash
Unit Tests
API Development
Django
Full Stack
VS Code Extension
Language Server Protocol
TypeScript
Developer Tools
Syntax Highlighting

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