About Me
My name is Andrew Zhang and I am currently a junior majoring in Computer Science at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). I am a dedicated and enthusiastic software engineer with a genuine passion for solving complex problems through innovative software solutions.
My academic journey at UCLA has provided me with a solid foundation in computer science principles and has allowed me to hone my technical skills in various areas of software development.
Throughout my time as a student, I have had the opportunity to work on a variety of projects that have further developed my skills, expanded my knowledge base, and taught me valuable lessons in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.
I am always eager to embrace new challenges and learn new technologies. My adaptability and determination to succeed have allowed me to thrive in project-based environments.
I invite you to explore my portfolio to learn more about how I can contribute to your team. Thank you and I look forward to connecting with you soon!
Skills
Experience
Education
- Frontend
HTML/CSS, Javascript, React.js, - Backend
Node.js, Express.js, Django - Programming Languages
C++, C, Python, Java, Swift - Database Systems
MongoDB, SQL, PostgreSQL, Firebase
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Tailorflow AI
Software Engineer Intern
- Implemented dynamic nested routing with Next.js app router for the onboarding flow—using loading states, route guards, server-side rendering, and code-splitting—to improve page load times by 35% and decrease bounce rates by 15%.
- Developed reusable UI components (dynamic checklists and progress tracking) with shadcn/ui for the chatbot interface and onboarding dashboard, boosting user engagement by 2x and reduced UI-related bug reports by 40%.
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Reality AI Lab
Software Engineer Intern
- Integrated FastAPI endpoints with Google Cloud Vertex AI, boosting data throughput and reducing API response latency by 25%
- Developed automatic outline-to-slide generator with Next.js, React, and jsPDF, completely eliminating manual slide creation time
- Implemented advanced state management with Redux Toolkit onto Next.js/React front-end, reducing initial load times by 35%
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OpenQQuantify
Software Engineer Intern
- Developed Python scripts integrated with OpenAI APIs to automate the processing of large datasets, increasing efficiency by 50%
- Conducted validation tests with Jest and PyTest, achieving a 98% accuracy rate in data outputs generated from the AI-driven systems
- Redesigned PostgreSQL queries and optimized query indexing to increase data retrieval speed by 30% across 10,000+ records
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UCLA Research Center
Student Researcher
- Researched and implemented deep learning techniques (Convolutional Neural Networks), improving image recognition accuracy by 25%
- Preprocessed and normalized image datasets for training and test sets, enhancing the model’s training efficiency by 120%
- Optimized CNN models to improve autonomous navigation accuracy by 1.7x and optimized delivery efficiency by 1.5x
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BruinLabs
Lead Software Engineer
- Developed a prototype app + website using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Swift, creating a functional demo capturing investor interest
- Utilized Git version control to streamline workflows, cutting merge conflicts by 50% and expediting feature integration by 170%
- Implemented real-time notifications and dynamic content updates, reducing data latency by 3x and boosting user engagement by 2.7x
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Relevant Courses: Data Structures, Algorithms, Programming Languages, Operating Systems
