About me

I am a Software Engineer and Researcher passionate about developing innovative solutions in artificial intelligence, VR, and cross-platform applications. I specialize in Python, Java, C, React, Vue.js, Unity, and data-driven systems, with a strong academic foundation in Computer Science and Experimental Psychology from Mount Holyoke College.

My passion lies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, computational neuroscience, and machine learning. I am dedicated to developing innovative solutions that not only enhance user experiences but also advance our understanding of how technology can mimic and augment human cognition. My research focuses on NLP and ML, enabling intelligent systems to understand and interact with humans in a meaningful way. I am also deeply intrigued by computational neuroscience and its potential to shape the future of technology.

What i'm doing

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    Full-Stack Development

    Expertise in creating robust front-end and back-end systems using React, Django, and SQL.

  • AI

    AI & Research

    Skilled in developing AI models and conducting research in NLP, computer vision, and VR.

  • Web development icon

    Web development

    High-quality development of sites at the professional level.

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    Mobile App Development

    Experience building cross-platform apps using React Native and Swift for iOS and Android.

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    Photography

    I make high-quality photos of any category at a professional level.

Endorsements

  • Doris Chi

    Doris Chi, MPH candidate @ Yale

    I have been collaborating with Shane on multiple Psychoneurology and Healthcare system projects over the past two years. The rigorousness she took when approaching research, her outstanding analytical abilities and solid coding skillsets, combined with her exceptional work ethic, made her a wonderful collaborator and exemplary junior researcher.

  • Dr. Mohammad Nasim

    Dr. Mohammad Nasim, Senior IT Solution Architect @ State of Rhode Island | Adjunct Professor Machine Learning @ Northwood University | GIS Expert

    Shane has been an exceptional co-author and collaborator, bringing a unique blend of technical expertise and innovative thinking to our research projects. Her contributions to our work on AI-powered models for real-time fraud detection have been transformative, driving both theoretical advancements and practical applications. What sets Shane apart is not only her deep knowledge of machine learning and software engineering but also her ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. It has been a privilege to work with Shane, and I am excited to see the incredible impact she will continue to make in the field.

  • Angie Yin

    Angie Yin

    Shane's technical expertise and collaborative spirit made them a key contributor to the success of our Hackathon project. A true team player with a knack for creative solutions.

Affiliations & Memberships

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Education

  1. Mount Holyoke College

    2021-2024

    Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science & Experimental Psychology

Experience

  1. Undergraduate Researcher

    @ Hodges Lab, Mount Holyoke College

    January 2024 — Present

    Conducting over 200 neuroscience trials examining sex-specific neuronal activation in cognitive bias and depressive behaviors. Preparing brain region imaging samples and analyzing neurogenesis using estrus cycle studies and DCX/MAM markers.

  2. Software Engineer and Research Assistant

    @ BEARS Lab, Mount Holyoke College

    June 2023 — Present

    Developing immersive VR projects using Unity and Varjo AR features, optimizing 3D rendering time by 30% and enhancing user immersion. Designing and maintaining SQL Server databases, ensuring data integrity and uptime for critical systems. Applying Python-based eye-tracking techniques to analyze user behavior, driving data-driven improvements in VR interface design and increasing interaction quality by 20%.

  3. Undergraduate Researcher

    @ ExploreCSR, Brown University & Google

    January 2024 — June 2024

    Conducted literature reviews, developed project proposals, and presented research to over 100 scholars at the Brown CS Symposium, increasing interest in NLP research by 15%.

  4. Course Instructor

    @ TEALS Program, Microsoft

    June 2023 — June 2024

    Co-taught Cybersecurity at Fairfax Senior High School, instructing over 100 students in computer science and network security fundamentals. Delivered remote lessons and hands-on labs, improving course completion rates by 20%.

  5. Hackathon Participant, Harvard AI EarthHack

    February 2023

    Designed and developed EcoRankAI, an AI-powered sustainability ranking system that analyzed corporate environmental impact using NLP and TensorFlow. Collaborated with a cross-functional team to deliver a solution recognized among the **Top 15 finalists**. Presented the project to a panel of industry experts at Harvard University.

  6. Team Lead at Amherst College Hackathon

    December 2023

    Led a cross-functional team to develop MyFridge, a Django-based web app aimed at reducing food waste by optimizing ingredient usage. Integrated Google API and OpenAI to deliver personalized recipes, increasing user engagement by 25%. Project awarded "Most Creative."

  7. Software Engineering Intern

    @ VeyTel, LLC

    June 2023 — August 2023

    Developed a medical iOS app using Swift, integrating advanced scalability improvements to enhance user satisfaction by 20%. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize user experience, reducing app response time by 40%.

  8. Software Engineering Intern

    @ Dandilyonn

    June 2023 — August 2023

    Developed the cross-platform mobile app "Can-did" using React Native and Expo, integrating scheduling and task management features. Improved user efficiency by 35% through optimized backend integration and real-time updates. Implemented Redux for state management and real-time data synchronization, reducing app load times by 40% and increasing user trust by 25%.

  9. Web Developer, Freelance

    2021 — Present

    Designed and developed responsive websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress. Increased client site traffic by an average of 50% through SEO and performance optimization.

My skills

  • Programming Languages
    90%

    Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Swift, Java, R, SQL, Go, C, C#.

  • AI & Machine Learning
    85%

    TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, OpenAI GPT models, Natural Language Processing.

  • Web Development
    80%

    React, Django, Redux, HTML, CSS, MongoDB, SQL Server.

  • Other Technical Skills
    70%

    Unity3D, Docker, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Streamlit, WordPress, Adobe

Research

Explore my peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations in AI, research, and beyond.

Peer-Reviewed Publications

Conference Presentations

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