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Canada

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

→ Developed a Python package for fetching embedded device logs from remote FTP servers to parse/rebuild their encoded timezone-aware GPS NMEA session data using Pandas and Numpy, enabling engineers across the firm to analyze tracking sessions approx. 30% faster for faulty GPS/radio-frequency (RF) hardware components.→ Created custom data visualization modules using Seaborn/Matplotlib within the package's parser to handle data generated by devices at 2Hz and 200Hz, enabling teams to easily build dashboards and visualize data.→ Practiced test-driven development, creating unit and integration tests for the package, covering 2 generations of GPS and 3 generations of RF technology, supporting CI/CD and ensuring new releases were deployed without regression issues.→ Designed and implemented ETL pipelines by integrating data streams from live socket feeds and remote FTP servers into a NoSQL data lake powering everyday business intelligence related to 100 races and 2,000 trackers.→ Developing a REST API using FastAPI that provides users with customizable aggregation pipelines from the data lake as endpoints to resolve bottlenecks related to querying logs for GPS devices and tracking session analysis.

→ Graded 200-250 classical AI exams and assignments, deepening my understanding of various algorithms, creative approaches, and common student errors.→ Guided intermediate programmers in implementing data structures like array-based Stacks, Queues, and Binary Search Trees, leading to improved performance and positive feedback.→ Mentored 30 beginners in building, testing, and refining their programming knowledge, ensuring a solid grasp of foundational concepts and enhancing my teaching and communication skills.

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

→ Introduced the sport of wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, and Judo to the Laurier Community, receiving the 2023-24 Laurier Athletics and Recreations' Golden Initiative Award.→ Scheduled women's only sessions, co-ed practices, and developed cross-training programs for Laurier Football athletes, completing the first year with over 46 official members and surpassing revenue targets by 37%

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

→ Founded Laurier's first financial technology club, building a community of 86 members, 300+ newsletter subscribers, and hosting events with speakers from Neo, Wealthsimple, Intuit, and RBC.→ Led a team of 12+ students in developing an open-source Python package for algorithmic trading and a full-stack Django web application, deployed using uWSGI and a VPS at www.wlufintech.com.→ Expanded the club's reach by partnering with HawkHacks/MLH to host Laurier's largest hackathon, raising +$40,000 in prizes and earning the 2023-24 Faculty of Science Students Association's Most Improved Club of the Year award.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

→ Developed a caching service for the firm's FTP server, reducing the time required for technicians to identify and resolve bugs/issues by 82%→ Automated internal processes by integrating the firm's data feeds with ClickUp’s API, streamlining task prioritization and employee scheduling.→ Designed and prototyped a geo-fencing alert system utilizing Google Earth's exportable polygons to create on-track visualizations and operator alerts based on different race stages.→ Conducted in-person RF tests and geospatial surveys at international equestrian racing clubs to configure systems and onboard prospective clients.

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

→ Developed the official Laurier Innovation Society website and managed technological logistics related to their events.

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

→ Developed a Discord bot to display rankings obtained from internal hacker rank competitions using Python and the Discord API. → Collaborated with a team of web developers to build the official Laurier Competitive Computing Club website.→ Assisted in the planning of programming competitions.

Ontario, Canada

→ Collaborated with a team of equity analysts across Canadian universities to manage a mock portfolio with an AUM of 100k to consistently generate alpha.→ Analyzed individual equities using technical and fundamental analysis.

→ Worked with international clients to produce content tailored towards various social media and entertainment platforms using the Adobe Create Suite.

Honors Bachelor Of Science, Computer Science

→ Received direct entry to the competitive management option providing students with business acumen related to finance, accounting.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Junior and Senior Football, Track and Field, Powerlifting Club (Regional level competitor, social media manager.