Andrew Zachary Liu
Education
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN.
2022-
  • B.S. in Computer Science, Concentration in Software Engineering and Systems Software
  • 4.0 GPA
  • Relevant Coursework: Object Oriented Programming, Data Structures & Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Systems Programming, Information Systems
Work Experience
Software Engineer Intern, The RND Group, Indianapolis, IN.
2024
  • Developed a toolbox application and a troubleshooting package creation feature for system internals using .NET and Blazor, utilized by the verification team for generating bug reports on biomedical devices.
  • Programmed network service features for a biomedical device that allowed for Wi-Fi connectivity and network folder creation on Windows 11 systems, utilizing design patterns such as Singleton, Pub/Sub, MVVM, and ensured thread safety.
  • Performed comprehensive full-stack development, creating detailed feature design documents, running demos, and en- suring documentation met FDA standards. Utilized Git submodules, Bitbucket, and JIRA for thorough codebase manage- ment.
  • Addressed bug tickets in a large legacy codebase, mastering WPF and .NET integration through the MVVM pattern in the process.
CS 240 Teaching Assistant, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN.
2024
  • Assisted students in programming in C through weekly lab sessions and online support hours.
  • Graded and provided constructive feedback on an average of 185 student homework assignments per week.
Quantum Physics Research, Purdue Data Mine, West Lafayette, IN.
2022
  • Worked with quantum physics researchers to program and train a machine learning model in Python that classified over 10,000 particle collision data from the CMS Large Hadron Collider.
  • Provided clear visual insights into standard model vs. supersymmetric model collisions by generating distribution graphs using Matplotlib for variables (collision angles, energy) alongside machine learning model classification results.
Projects
Sketchify
  • Winner of Purdue's Flagship Hackathon BoilerMake X
  • Developed an Augmented Reality iOS App using Unity and C# that helps people, especially those with limited resources, to practice drawing, writing, and calligraphy by overlaying a reference image onto any surface
  • https://andrewzacharyliu.me/portfolio/#
Budget Royale
  • Developed a budgeting website targeted to young adults where friends can create groups and compete in financial goals or collaborating on shared savings using Django as full stack framework.
  • Established a CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins, AWS, and Docker, designed and set up the database with PostgreSQL, and followed the Agile methodology.
YouMusic
  • Collaborated with a small team to develop a program that algorithmically generates music based on the user's emotions in live-time using facial detection and heartbeat sensors
  • Directed and edited a short presentation video to quickly communicate the purpose and contents of our project
  • https://guitar.ucsd.edu/cosmos9/index.php/2021_Projects#You_Music
Involvement
Co-President of SIGAPP
2024
  • Winner of Purdue's Flagship Hackathon BoilerMake X
  • Set up backend architecture by setting up MongoDB and the .NET REST Framework on Purdue’s servers and configuring reverse proxy using Nginx.
  • Coordinated recruitment events, managed the social media team, and outlined project plans to drive club activities and engagement.
Launchpad Project Mentor
2024
UC COSMOS Music and Technology, Awarded for Excellence in Programming
2021
California State Summer School for the Arts, Music, Voice and Improvisation
2022
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