Chanuka Herath

DevOps Engineer & Software Developer

Building scalable infrastructure and automating development workflows with modern cloud technologies.

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Docker

About Me

Learn more about my background and expertise

I'm a IT undergraduate at the University of Kelaniya with a strong focus on the DevOps career path. With a GPA of 3.81/4.0, I've developed a solid foundation in CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, containerization, and cloud-based deployment solutions.

My passion lies in building production-grade systems that prioritize scalability, reliability, and performance optimization. I'm particularly interested in streamlining development workflows through efficient, automated DevOps pipelines that enable teams to deliver faster and more reliably.

I combine my technical expertise with hands-on experience in real-world projects, from developing full-stack applications to implementing containerized solutions and setting up sophisticated CI/CD workflows. I'm committed to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest DevOps trends and best practices.

5+

Projects Completed

3.81

GPA Score

5+

Technologies

Featured Projects

Showcasing my latest and greatest work

Production
Supermarket Web Application

Supermarket Web Application

Nov 2025 – Dec 2025

Production-level web application for supermarket management with comprehensive feature set including order management, inventory tracking, and reporting systems.

MongoDBExpress.jsReactNode.jsDockerGitHub CI/CD
Web-Based Online Food Ordering System

Web-Based Online Food Ordering System

Sep 2025 – Apr 2026

Designed a complete online food ordering solution covering system analysis, UML design, database modeling, and BSO evaluation. Created ER diagrams, sequence diagrams, and normalized relational schemas. Addressed real-world business problems with automation, reporting, and delivery tracking. Dockerized the application stack and published versioned images to Docker Hub for consistent, portable deployments. Set up CI/CD automation to build, validate, and push Docker images on code changes, improving release speed and reliability.

System AnalysisUML DesignER DiagramsSequence DiagramsRelational Schema NormalizationDockerDocker HubCI/CD
AI/ML
ContextIQ - PDF RAG Application

ContextIQ - PDF RAG Application

Dec 2024 – Jan 2025

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) application that reads user-uploaded PDFs and returns context-aware answers using advanced AI techniques and vector databases.

ReactFastAPIQdrantLlamaIndexAI/ML
Restaurant Management System

Restaurant Management System

Nov 2024 – Dec 2024

Production learning project developed in pure Java demonstrating core programming concepts, object-oriented design, and system architecture principles.

JavaOOPSystem Design
Bounce Ball Game

Bounce Ball Game

June 2024

Command-line bounce ball game implemented in pure C++ demonstrating core programming concepts, loops, real-time input handling, and game physics.

C++Console ProgrammingPhysics Simulation

Skills & Expertise

Professional capabilities and personal strengths

Professional Skills

Technical tools and engineering expertise used in projects

Programming Languages
Java
Python
C++
JavaScript
SQL
Bash
DevOps & Cloud
Docker
GitHub CI/CD
Linux
Microsoft Azure
Infrastructure Automation
Frontend & Web
React
HTML5
CSS
Express.js
Node.js
Databases & Storage
MySQL
MongoDB
Qdrant
Embedded & IoT
Arduino
Microchip Studio

Other Skills & Interests

Additional abilities that support teamwork, discipline, and creativity

Karate (8th Kyu)
Leadership & Community Service
Public Relations & Event Coordination
Video Editing
AI Video Production
Creative Content Development

Experience & Growth

Milestones spanning education, work, and certifications.

BSc (Hons) in Information Technology

University of Kelaniya

3rd Year | Current

Specialized in DevOps career path with strong foundation in CI/CD, infrastructure automation, containerization, and cloud-based deployment.

GPA: 3.81/4.0

Part-time Associate

100 International AI - Video Production Company

Recent

Contributing to AI video generation, video editing, photo editing, and creative content support for cutting-edge AI video solutions.

Trailhead Agenforce Champion

Salesforce

Certified

Achieved Salesforce Trailhead Agentforce Champion certification, demonstrating expertise in AI-powered solutions.

Web Development Course

Moratuwa Open Learning

Completed

Comprehensive web development training covering modern frameworks and best practices.

Karate 8th Kyu

University Martial Arts

Certified

Achievement in martial arts demonstrating discipline and commitment.

Leadership & Community

Making an impact beyond the code

Chief Coordinator

Leo Club of Defence Marshals

2024 Term

Led multiple community service programs including beach cleanup initiatives and Dansala community meal distributions.

PR Coordinator

Rotaract Club (Club Avenue)

Active

Organized and promoted "Rota Wasantha Udanaya", a seasonal New Year festival with impactful community engagement.

PR Coordinator

Leo Club of Kelaniya (Differently Abled Avenue)

Active

Worked on "Senehase Piayaman", a program supporting elderly wellbeing and providing financial guidance.

Community Impact

Beyond my technical endeavors, I'm deeply committed to community service and social responsibility. Through various leadership roles in community organizations, I've coordinated multiple initiatives focused on environmental conservation, supporting elderly communities, and fostering social connections. These experiences have shaped my values and reinforced the importance of giving back to society.

Certificates & Achievements