Rachel Liang
Education
Yale University
Major: MS in Computer Science
Estimated graduation date: May 2025
GPA: TBD
University of Hartford
Major: BS in Computer Science and Engineering
Graduation date: May 2022
GPA: 3.97, summa cum laude
Undergraduate Computer Science classes:
CS 114- Basics of Java (classes, objects, loops, basic problem solving skills)
CS 115- More Java concepts (basic data structures, algorithms, complex problem solving skills)
CS 220- Data structures explored fully (stacks, queues, maps, trees, complex algorithms)
CS 320- Exploring programming languages in more depth (Prolog, ML, Cobol, Java, Python, C)
CS 211- CPU and ALU design and operation (architecture and assembly language, specifics in hardware)
CS 275- Introduction to internet programming (JavaScript, HTML, CSS, gulp, linters, Git)
Undergraduate Engineering classes:
ES 143P- Basics of Engineering and Design (Arduino, C#, breadboards, basic sensors)
ES 242P- More complex concepts of Engineering and Design (3D printing, resistors, Raspberry Pi, circuits)
ECE 231- Introduction to digital system logic (Altera Quartus Prime, Full Adder, logic gates, microprocessors)
ECE 255- Exploring circuits and electronics in depth (voltage, current, specifics in DC and AC circuits)
CSE 471W- Computer science and engineering final project (solidifying all previously learned knowledge)
Experience
Adjunct Professor, University of Hartford:
(Fall 2023)Currently Adjuncting at the University of Hartford for CS 111. This has, so far, taught me how to make lesson plans, quizzes, exams, etc.
Software Engineer I - Embedded Software, Electric Boat:
(July 2022 - July 2023)As an embedded software engineer at Electric Boat, I learned many new languages and skills. I spent time maintaining legacy systems, developing frontend and backend pieces for customers, and creating programs for signal processing. I worked under an Agile and Gitlab workflow.
Internship at General Dynamics, Electric Boat:
(Summer 2020, Winter 2020, Summer 2021)Hired as a software engineer intern in EB, I have learned many skills such as working with a software development team, experiencing and contributing to the flow of work via GItLab, and problem solving complex issues within Java programs under strict deadlines.
Precepting at the University of Hartford:
(Fall 2020, Spring 2022)Precepting for professor Sheikh Islam (CS 114) and Professor Carolyn Rosiene (CS 115) entailed helping the professor with the course, tutoring students in the class with java programming and programming concepts, checking and regulating which students turned in what, and helping the professor convey messages to the students.
Tutoring under the University of Hartford's Tutoring Center:
(School terms 2019-2021)Tutoring involved receiving student's requests via the Center of Student Success for help with computer science or engineering related courses.
Awards
Computer Science and Engineering Class Awards:
(School years 2020 and 2021)The Computer Science and Engineering Class Awards, given to exceptional students of the Computer Science and Engineering major in the University of Hartford, celebrates those who have caught the attention of teachers through hard work and effort.
Presidents Honor:
(School years 2019-2021)The presidents honor award is given to University of Hartford students that maintain a GPA higher than 3.75 for a semester.
Regents' Scholarship:
(School terms 2019-2023)The Regent's Scholarship is awarded to University of Hartford undergraduates. This scholarship is awarded by merit, and is associated with the highest excellence compared to other University scholarships.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (Stem) Scholarship:
(School terms 2019-2020)The Stem Scholarship, exclusive to Montville High School students, is a competitive scholarship only awarded to one student. The scholarship requires a written essay on the topics of STEM.