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Interests & Projects
Exploring the convergence of mathematical theory and software engineering
Fields of Interest
Quantum Computing
Exploring quantum algorithms, superposition principles, and their applications in computational complexity theory. Fascinated by the intersection of linear algebra and quantum state spaces.
Security & Cryptography
Deep interest in cryptographic protocols, zero-knowledge proofs, and secure system design. Building practical tools to understand encryption algorithms and security primitives.
Data Science & Machine Learning
š HiMCM Outstanding Award (Top 1%)
Mathematical modeling competition - Demonstrated advanced statistical analysis and predictive modeling
Applying mathematical rigor to extract insights from complex datasets. Experienced in statistical modeling, neural networks, and optimization algorithms.
Featured Projects
H4H-fishman: Climate Awareness Game
Led a 5-person team to deliver an educational climate awareness game during Hack for Humanity 2024. Built with Unity and C#, featuring interactive gameplay mechanics to teach environmental conservation.
5 Members
24 Hours
Cryptography Toolkit
Python-based utilities for exploring classical and modern encryption algorithms
Professional Experience
Building impactful solutions across academia and industry
CS Teaching Assistant
Santa Clara University
June 2024 - Jan 2025
Led weekly labs for 30+ students in core CS courses. Developed comprehensive grading rubrics and provided detailed feedback on programming assignments.
Software Development Intern
Shanghai Sincere Tech
June 2025 - Aug 2025
Built AI-powered Q&A platform using Neo4j graph database. Achieved 40% efficiency boost in AI pipelines through optimized data structures. Full-stack development with Vue3 and Spring Boot.
Software Engineer
ICEA Chess
June 2025 - Present
Leading frontend and backend team development. Reverse-engineered legacy PHP backend to Spring Boot microservices. Implemented Swiss pairing tournament logic for competitive chess platform.
CS Tutor
Santa Clara University
Sept 2025 - Present
Guiding undergraduates in data structures and algorithms, deconstructing complex concepts into digestible insights. Fostering critical thinking through one-on-one mentorship.
Future Horizons: Bridging Math & CS
Research & Innovation
2025 and Beyond
Researching Quantum Algorithms, Post-Quantum Cryptography, and Formal Verification. Applying rigorous mathematical proofs to build the next generation of secure software.
Let's Connect
Interested in collaborating on quantum computing, cryptography, or innovative software projects? Let's talk.
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