A complete history of my experiences.

Explore my journey through various roles, projects, and achievements. Whether it's diving deep into software development, leading teams, or contributing to impactful projects, this section paints a picture of my professional and academic growth. You can also download my resume here ↓

Work

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

Software Engineer Intern

Capital One

Working on External Event Gateway for auto-finance

Mar 2024 - Jun 2024

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Northwestern Computer Science

Supporting students in AWS Scalable Software Systems (CS 310)

Jan 2024 - Mar 2024

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Northwestern Computer Science

Working with students on the fundamentals of data engineering (DE200).

Sept 2023 - Jun 2024

Student Software Engineer

The Garage at Northwestern

Building an exciting product for Northwestern entrepreneurs.

Sept 2023 - Mar 2023

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Northwestern Computer Science

Developing a novel approach to Tock's micro-controller communication protocols.

Mar 2022 - Sept 2023

Technical Project Lead

Northwestern Financial Technology Club

Some of the best talent I have worked with at Northwestern.

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

Data Scientist Intern

Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency

Some super secret squirrel stuff. Just kidding, it was just data science.

Mar 2023 - Jun 2023

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Northwestern Computer Science

Helping students learn the basics of systems programming (CS213)

Feb 2023 - Jun 2023

Software Engineer Intern

Opto Financial

Prototyping software for a fintech startup.

Oct 2021 - Jun 2023

Computer Consulting Aide

The Garage at Northwestern

Worked alongside entrepreneurs to build their products.

Sep 2021 - Apr 2023

Events Committee Head

SASE Northwestern

Led a team to plan and execute events for SASE Northwestern.

Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

Sales Advisor

H&M

A classic summer job. The discount was top-notch.

Jun 2021 - Sept 2021

Customer Service Rep.

Micro Center Electronics

A computer nerd's dream. Would you like a warranty with that?

Education

Northwestern University

Years: 2021 - 2025

Degree: B.S./M.S. in Computer Science

Minor: Data Science and Engineering

Achievements: GPA: 3.82/4.0, Dean's List x7

Neuqua Valley High School

Years: 2017 - 2021

Achievements: GPA: 4.61/4.0, Top 5% of Class

Awards & Recognition: AP Scholar with Distinction, Indian Prairie Scholar, Illinois State Scholar,
National Merit Commended Scholar

Piano Lessons

Instructor: Ni Tao

Duration: 2007 - 2020

Achievements: Granquist Music Competition 1st Place Winner (Olympic Level 2019)

A hobby I enjoy immensely and a pursuit I wish I had more time for.

Volunteer

Help Desk Volunteer

Organization: Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

Duration: 2019 - 2020

Assisted patients and visitors by providing guidance within the hospital premises, managed incoming phone calls, and facilitated the delivery of flowers and mail to patients.

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