LlamaNet NN Framework
I built a neural network deep learning framework using standard libraries with no external dependencies, achieving 98.10% accuracy on 10,000 test cases.
Hi, I'm Alex 👋
Software Engineering @ University of Waterloo. I love robots, machine learning and everything in between.
About
Hey there, my name is Alex Tan and I'm currently a software engineering student at the University of Waterloo. I've worked on projects in my spare time such as a neural network framework, as well as a fluid particle simulator. I also love team sports, especially soccer, volleyball, basketball, and baseball.
Work Experience
WATOnomous
Autonomous Software Developer
Sep 2024 - Present
Digitera Interactive
Generative AI Engineer
Sep 2023 - Feb 2024
VEX Robotics
Programmer and Design Team Lead
Jun 2019 - Apr 2024
Education
University of Waterloo
Bachelor's Degree of Software Engineering (BSE)
2024 - 2029
Richmond Hill High School
Ontario Secondary School Degree (OSSD)
2020 - 2024
Skills
C++
Java
C
Git
Docker
ROS2
Foxglove
AutoCAD
SolidWorks
Autodesk CFD
Microsoft 365
Notion
Slack
Google Workspace
Check out my latest work
I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.
Artemis Physics Engine
High-accuracy fluid particle physics engine optimized for real-time simulations of 100,000+ particles at 60 FPS.
DripFlip
An AI-based recommendation system for fashion that delivers personalized style suggestions based on user ratings.
alextan.ca v1
Developed a personal portfolio website featuring a unique UI and animation effects.
I like building things
During my time in university, I attended 12+ hackathons. People from around the country would come together and build incredible things in 2-3 days. It was eye-opening to see the endless possibilities brought to life by a group of motivated and passionate individuals.
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Apr 2024
2024 VEX Worlds Create Award
Dallas, TexasAward for creative engineering design at the VEX World Championships.
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Apr 2024
Waterloo Engineering Scholarship and President's Scholarship of Distinction
Waterloo, OntarioCombined $9000 Entrance Scholarship to an engineering program.
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Dec 2023
NRG Hackathon - Finalist
Aurora, OntarioDeveloped a Google Classroom assignment submission like application, with built in instant AI-feedback, plagarism checks, grammar checks etc for the student. Built a custom-trained feedback system by feeding it annotated datasets of strong and weak essays, enhancing the model's ability to generate detailed, context-aware feedback.
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Nov 2023
Target Alpha National Stock Pitching Competition - National Finalists
Toronto, OntarioPrepared and presented a stock pitch of Qualcomm (QCOM). Included fundamental financial analysis.
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Feb 2023
SHAD Scholarship
New Brunswick, Canada1 out of 2 recipients of a $1000 robotics scholarship to attend the SHAD Program.
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Jan 2023
Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest - Rank III
Waterloo, OntarioNational Mathematics Competition for Juniors and Seniors in high school. Heavy focus on combinatorics, number theory, and mathematical reasoning.
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Aug 2022
University of Toronto Science Unlimited Design Competition - Second
Toronto, OntarioDesigned, prototyped and pitched a potential unique lifesaving device for astronauts stranded on Mars.
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Jun 2021
Certificate of Recognition from MP Bob Saroya
Ottawa, OntarioIssued by Canadian House of Commons for Excellence in Engineering.
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Jun 2021
Certificate of Recognition from MPP Sheref Sabawy
Toronto, OntarioLegislative Assembly of Ontario for Excellence in Engineering.
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Jun 2021
Letter of Recognition from PM Justin Trudeau
Ottawa, OntarioIssued by Canadian House of Commons in Recognition for winning the 2021 VEX Robotics Skills World Championships.
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Apr 2021
2021 VEX Worlds Think Award
Dallas, TexasCombined highest scoring runs in autonomous and operator-controlled VEX Robotics tournament international finals.
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Apr 2021
2021 VEX Worlds Think Award
Dallas, TexasAward for high quality robot programming at the VEX World Championships.
Get in Touch
Want to chat? Just shoot me a dm with a direct question on twitter and I'll respond whenever I can. I will ignore all soliciting.