Hi, this is Ken

Currently located in Toronto, with a solid educational foundation in mathematics and computer science from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and specialized training in Mobile Application Development from George Brown College. I've sharpened my skills in real-world settings as an intern in data analytics and software engineering. I’m now looking to channel this blend of academic and practical experience into a thriving career, ideally in software engineering, machine learning, mobile development, or full-stack development. I have a real passion for diving into new technologies and concepts, always learning and evolving in the tech space. Have a look around my portfolio to see where I've been and where I'm headed!

My Journey as a Software Engineer...

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

August 2018

Majored in Mathematics, minored in Computer Science
Major GPA: 3.321/4.0
Upper Second-Class Honours

Swire Resources Limited

June 2021

As a Data Analytics Intern, I collaborated with data scientists and engineers to design and maintain ETL data pipelines, streamlining data flow and applying feature engineering to derive actionable insights, supporting marketing strategies and optimizing inventory management. Additionally, I created interactive dashboards in Tableau, enabling real-time data visualization to support informed decision-making. I also optimized SQL queries, enhancing the database’s efficiency in handling large datasets.

Improved Total Variation Denoising Model

September 2021

I tackled the well-known staircase effect in the traditional Total Variation (TV) denoising model, a prevalent issue in image processing. My work focused on combining theoretical insights with practical implementations using MATLAB to develop a smoothing term that mitigates this effect, leading to significant improvements in image quality.

Event Explorer

January 2022

Implemented the app utilizing Kotlin, which features Google Maps API for location services, integrated camera functionality for instant photo uploads, and Firebase for user access control, delivering a seamless and secure user experience.
Led the group project of 6 people utilizing Git for version control and Jira for efficient task management, resulting in streamlined collaboration, improved code quality, and timely delivery of project milestones.

Custonomy

June 2022

As a Software Engineer, I transformed testing and development processes by designing and implementing an automated testing program, reducing manual testing efforts by over 90% and enabling rapid error detection across multiple blockchains. My collaboration with the design team facilitated the integration of 5+ blockchains, including XRP, TRON, SOL, BTC, and EVM, into our crypto wallet, enhancing user experience and asset management capabilities. I also took on a pivotal role in maintaining a high-quality codebase, resolving critical backend issues, and conducting thorough User Acceptance Testing, which resulted in a 90% user satisfaction rate and a 60% reduction in system downtime.

George Brown College

September 2023

Mobile Application Development And Strategy Postgraduate Certificate Program
GPA: 4.0/4.0

Travel Photo Sharing Android App

December 2023

Implemented the app utilizing Kotlin, which features Google Maps API for location services, integrated camera functionality for instant photo uploads, and Firebase for user access control, delivering a seamless and secure user experience.
Led the group project of 6 people utilizing Git for version control and Jira for efficient task management, resulting in streamlined collaboration, improved code quality, and timely delivery of project milestones.

Job Hunting Robot

December 2023

Automated the job searching process using Python and Selenium, proficiently using web scraping techniques to navigate job portals and extract relevant job listings, showcasing advanced skills in automation and data extraction.
Engineered ChatGPT prompts for auto-generation of cover letters customized per job listing.

Tracker iOS App

February 2024

Developed an iOS tracker app with Swift and SwiftUI, featuring real-time location sharing, path plotting, geofencing, and live weather updates, using Firebase for user authentication and data synchronization.

Portfolio Website

April 2024

The website you are visiting now, written in Angular

Lambton College Research & Innovation

May 2024

As a Research Assistant (Software Developer), I contributed to developing an integration solution for a Canadian engineering company, connecting the Oracle Primavera P6 project management tool with the Nira 3D modeling software. This solution, utilized by major clients, including a leading Canadian energy company, streamlined project data visualization in 3D. I designed, implementated, and deployed a RESTful API integration layer using Python and FastAPI, ensuring seamless data flow and enhancing interoperability between the platforms.

Budget Buddy

September 2024

Published the 'Budget Buddy' app on Google Play Store, which aims to simplify personal finance management by helping users efficiently track and manage their finances.