Deacon Tao
Vancouver,BC
Summary
I am a second-year Computer Science student studying at the University of British Columbia. I am a results-oriented person with a passion for programming and a willingness to embrace new technologies and environments. Through building and maintaining my personal blog, I developed a full-stack mindset and honed my ability to manage long-term projects. My experience as a math tutor sharpened my patience, refined my communication skills, and taught me how to identify problems quickly, and offer timely solutions. I thrive under pressure, approach tasks with meticulous attention to detail, and excel in collaborative team settings.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Personal Website Development
self-employed
Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2025 - Current
- Built a personal blog website using Vue2, continuously refining front-end features and content.
- Handled operational tasks such as front-end resource organization, server configuration, domain maintenance, and basic security measures.
Math Tutor
self-employed
Vancouver, British Columbia
08.2024 - Current
- Provided tailored one-on-one tutoring for UBC undergraduates in MATH100 and MATH101 of varying skill levels, resulting in consistent grade improvements.
- Developed interactive lesson plans and targeted exercises to address individual needs, leading to increased exam performance and overall confidence.
Food Order System Development
self-employed
Vancouver, British Columbia
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Built an online food order system using Java for core application logic.
- Having local data persistence and UI interaction interface.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC04-2027
Skills
- Programming languages: Working knowledge of Java and C
- Front-end development: Some experience with Vuejs
- Server and Deployment: Familiar with configuring and managing Nginx
- DevOps & Operations: Understanding of system maintenance, deployment workflows, and related tooling
- Cloud Platforms: Basic experience with AWS/GCP/Azure
- Data analysis: Basic proficiency in statistical methods, using R code performing data wrangling, and visualization
- Collaborative Coding & Teamwork: Collaborated on projects using Git-based version control
- Communication: clear communication, smooth coordination, and timely feedback among team members
Cumulative GPA
- 4.13/4.33
Accomplishments
- Outstanding International Student Award, University of British Columbia (2023)
Timeline
Personal Website Development
self-employed
01.2025 - Current
Food Order System Development
self-employed
09.2024 - 12.2024
Math Tutor
self-employed
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of British Columbia
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