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About Me

Recently graduated from Drexel University with a B.S. in Computer Science and currently pursuing a M.S. in Computer Science at New York University with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

My goal is to use my knowledge in Computer Science to develop tools that help people be more efficient and productive in their daily lives.

Education

  • M.S. Computer Science — New York University (2025–2027, In Progress)
  • B.S. Computer Science — Drexel University (2020–2025), Magna Cum Laude (GPA 3.82)
  • Mathematics minor; Concentrations in Computer Systems & Graphics

Experience

  • Cybersecurity Analyst Co-Op — Bristol Myers Squibb (2023 & 2024)
  • Teaching Assistant — Drexel University (2023–2025), Computer Architecture & Systems

Research

Starting as a Research Assistant in the neuroinformatics lab under Professor Erdem Varol.

  • Focus area: Neuroinformatics

Coursework

Completed

  • Machine Learning
  • Computer Vision
  • Big Data

Upcoming

  • Neuroinformatics
  • Data Structures
  • Information Visualization

Interests & Opportunities

I am currently seeking Summer 2026 internships, with a strong interest in machine learning and computer vision, as well as software development. I am particularly interested in roles where I can apply ML techniques to real-world systems and data-driven products.

If you have any questions or would like to connect, please feel free to reach out.

Experience Timeline

2020 – 2025

B.S. Computer Science

Drexel University

Concentrations in Computer Systems & Graphics; Mathematics minor; Graduated Magna Cum Laude (GPA 3.82).

2023 & 2024

Cybersecurity Analyst Co-Op

Bristol Myers Squibb

Automated firewall policy checks, drove compliance reporting, and improved vulnerability management.

2023 – 2025

Teaching Assistant

Drexel University

Guided students through Computer Architecture & Systems; ran recitations, office hours, and grading.

2025 – 2027

M.S. Computer Science

New York University

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science at New York University with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

2026 – Present

Research Assistant

NYU Neuroinformatics Lab, Professor Erdem Varol

Researching neuroinformatics applications.

Undergraduate Coursework

Data Structures & Algorithms IComputer NetworksConcurrent ProgrammingDatabase SystemsGame ProgrammingGame AIArtificial IntelligenceInteractive Computer GraphicsWeb DevelopmentSoftware EngineeringComputer ArchitectureSystems ProgrammingLinear AlgebraDiscrete MathematicsCalculus I-III

Fun Facts

  • Favorite languages: C++, TypeScript, Java, Python, and C
  • Hobbies: Gaming 🎮, Soccer ⚽, and spending time with friends