For my high school graduation project in 2017, I decided I wanted to learn how to make video games, so I made a simple brick breaker game. Since then, I’ve switched out of health sciences and graduated from McGill University with a bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering. I’ve had the privilege of participating in various hackathons, game jams, working at a start-up and getting an AWS cloud practitioner certification.
As a new graduate, my main focus is continuing to learn and develop strong programming habits. Recently, I built a book logging website for me and my friends to log our reads using Golang for the backend and NextJS + TypeScript for the frontend. I have extensive experience with multiple programming languages including Python, Java, TypeScript, Golang and C#. Throughout my learning journey, I’ve been using these programming languages to build cool projects, and I have also been working on expanding my knowledge of database and cloud related tools including PostgreSQL, SQLite, Google Cloud and AWS.
In my free time, I’m learning the piano, rock climbing, reading or playing video games with my friends.
Experience
Software Developer Intern @ TheDevFactory.ai
Built a customized chat completion model leveraging OpenAI's ChatGPT-4 API to integrate code snippets and SonarQube reports, enabling real-time feedback and suggestions to users.
Enhanced model performance through iterative refinement of prompts and adjustments to API interactions, resulting in a 10% increase of response accuracy.
Proposed and implemented innovative strategies to optimize the AI code reviewer's functionality, focusing on delivering actionable insights based on industry best practices and software design principles.
Technical Specialist @ Apple
Demonstrated strong problem-solving and debugging skills by diagnosing issues for Apple hardware and software, resulting in a 90% customer satisfaction rate for four consecutive quarters.
Developed multiple text shortcuts that are now used store-wide during appointments to improve efficiency during note taking, resulting in a 10% decrease in appointment duration.
Developed a systematic debugging routine to isolate the root cause of various issues like connectivity errors, application interaction conflicts and system malfunctions, resulting in an improved overall efficiency during appointments.
Projects
Bookmarkd
I designed and developed a book logging website for myself and my book club to allow us to update each other on our progress and discuss our thoughts about what we were reading. I built Bookmarkd using a component-based architecture using NextJS and TypeScript, which made it significantly easier to maintain and scale up. Additioanlly, I used Golang to build the backend REST API, and I built my very own relational database using PostgreSQL. The website is hosted using Vercel for the frontend and Google Cloud for the backend, feel free to try it out!
GoTypeScriptPostgreSQLReactNextJSFirebaseDockerFigmaUnseen Alchemist
I led a team of 3 developers for the PirateJam 15 Game Jam to develop a 2D MetroidVania where you play as an Alchemist that has to solve puzzles by brewing a variety of different potions. I worked on the AI pathing and behaviour as well as the inventory systems that the player interacts with. Unseen Alchemist was in the top 3% of submissions, feel free to try it out!
GDScriptGodotAsepriteStandy's Mountain of Doubts
My submission for HealthyGamerGG's Mental Health May Hackathon was a precision platformer where the main character, Standy, learns to meditate to improve focus and navigate a complex map. The game was developed in GDScript and Godot, utilizing a sophisticated state machine to manage character and enemy behaviors through various state transitions. This state machine handles states such as running, idling, climbing, and jumping, enabling pixel-precise movement and mechanics like coyote jumping.
GDScriptGodotAsepriteSplendor
For my senior capstone project at McGill, I developed backend game rules and logic in Java, seamlessly integrating it with the frontend through REST API calls. I implemented user authentication by connecting the backend with a provided Lobby Service, ensuring secure and reliable access. To maintain high code quality, I wrote comprehensive unit tests for all API calls, guaranteeing functionality and reliability. Additionally, I containerized the frontend, backend, and database using Docker, facilitating easy deployment and scalability. For academic integrity purposes, I can't publicly share the project. Reach out to me if you'd like to see it!
JavaJavaScriptRESTMavenDockerJUnitSpringBootGitDiscord Poll Bot
I developed a Discord 'Poll Bot' as part of a talk I gave at the HealthyGamer Tech Community, aimed at teaching users how to create their own Discord bots. The bot was designed to build Discord's polling functionality from the ground up, providing a practical example to illustrate key concepts. During the talk, I covered essential topics such as file management and maintaining clean, organized code. Additionally, I delved into specific functionalities in discord.js, including the implementation of buttons, embeds, modals, and more, offering a comprehensive guide for attendees to understand and apply these features in their own projects.
Discord.jsNode.jsPersonal Recipe App
I designed and built a recipe app that enables users to create, view, and delete recipes, as well as manage their groceries. By combining Axios for efficient API calls to Firebase and React Context, I created a seamless and user-friendly experience. Additionally, I integrated iOS VoiceOver for enhanced accessibility.
React NativeAxiosReact ContextFirebaseFigmaGator
Gator is a CLI tool that I built as part of a boot.dev course on learning Go. It is a CLI tool that allows users to manage and browse RSS feeds, allowing users to fetch from RSS feeds and read posts.
Go
Art
One thing I’ve always found difficult is Art. I always thought I had no talent for it and never gave myself a chance. More recently, thanks to various mentors and people in my life, I’ve gained the courage to try things that make me uncomfortable, which has vastly increased my motivation and confidence to try new things. As a result, I’ve made some video game assets that I am quite proud of, and you can see them here below. I will be updating this section frequently, as I continue to make pixel art, and eventually I’ll include some piano pieces that I’m currently learning.
Sentient Rock Guy walks
Sentient Rock Guy attacks
A merchant smoking a shisha (or hookah)
