AWS Cloud Resume Challenge
Built a cloud-based resume website using AWS (S3, CloudFront, Route 53, DynamoDB, Lambda). Automated backend setup using Terraform and enabled CI/CD via GitHub Actions. View counter integrated via JavaScript + API.
Hi, I am Monil Shah
Cloud and DevOps-focused professional with hands-on experience in building cloud-native systems, automating infrastructure, and working on real-world deployment workflows. Skilled in designing efficient, scalable solutions using modern cloud tools and practices.
I am currently pursuing a Master’s in Information Technology and Management at IIT Chicago, with a focus on cloud computing, DevOps, and backend development. I have hands-on experience deploying and managing cloud-native applications, automating infrastructure workflows, and integrating services such as EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, and SNS. My primary areas of interest include infrastructure as code, cloud architecture, and scalable deployment pipelines.
Skills
Projects
AWS Infrastructure Automation Project
Automated the creation and teardown of AWS cloud resources using shell scripts and Python. Implemented EC2, RDS, S3, and SNS integration with verification scripts for infrastructure lifecycle management.
Income Inequality Analysis using R
Analyzed income inequality using NLSY97 dataset in R with data cleaning, EDA, statistical testing, and visualization.
Human Resources System (JavaFX)
Built a JavaFX app for managing employee records with CRUD operations, MVC design, and data serialization.
Sunrise & Sunset Times Web App
Created a responsive web app to show sunrise and sunset times using JavaScript, APIs, and geolocation features.
Secrets Management with Vault & WordPress
Set up two Ubuntu VMs using Packer and Vagrant to demonstrate secure secrets management with HashiCorp Vault. Integrated Vault with a WordPress server to fetch sensitive data via environment variables during provisioning.
Experience
Teaching Assistant – Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL (Jan 2024 - May 2025)
Assisted in teaching courses including Microsoft OS, Linux OS, OS Security, and Intro to Data Networks. Responsibilities included grading assignments, providing feedback, resolving student queries, and conducting office hours to support students with operating systems and security concepts.
Cloud & DevOps Intern – Bliss Web Solutions, India (Jan 2023 - May 2023)
Worked on deploying and managing client websites on Linux servers with a focus on performance optimization and security. Automated routine operational tasks, implemented CI/CD pipelines using Git and shell scripting, and collaborated with the development team for troubleshooting and release management.