Bitania Yonas
Sparkill,N.Y.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Software engineer Fellow
Headstart AI
07.2024 - Current
- Engaged on a 7-week remote program focused on AI project development
- Currently building 5 AI projects and participating in hackathons
- Working on launching a project with the goal of acquiring 1,000+ users
- Developing teamwork and project management
Programmer
St. Thomas Aquinas College, XLab
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed a VR environment for educational purposes using Unity, focusing on designing the setting, creating 3D objects, and scripting interactions in C#
- Used Cinemachine in Unity to implement sophisticated camera motion paths, enhancing the realism and interactivity of the VR experience
- Designing and building X-Lab website for St
- Thomas Aquinas College
Software Development
Tech Innovators
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed software applications using Python and Java
- Designed and implemented a task management system with team members
- Tested and debugged software to ensure reliability
- Organized coding workshops and hackathons
- Rotated leadership roles, guiding discussions and coordinating tasks
STEM Program Assistant
YMCA, International
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Taught high school students HTML
- Assisted with coding workshops
- Developed effective problem-solving skills
- Assisted with STEM activities during the day
- Improved leadership skills and gained experience in a professional setting
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Sparkill, NY05.2026
Skills
Programming Languages: C, Python, C#, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript
Web Development: HTML, Reactjs, Nextjs, Nodejs, Vercel
Data Management: SQL, Firebase/Firestore
DevOps: Git, GitHub, GitHub Actions
Machine Learning: OpenAI API, Model Deployment
Frameworks & Libraries: Clerk, Redux Toolkit
Projects
CardSpark AI:
Developed an AI-powered flashcard generator using Next.js, Clerk for authentication, and Firebase for data storage.
Integrated OpenAI API for generating content, enhancing the learning experience.
P.L.A.T.O AI:
Built an AI-powered customer support chatbot using Next.js and the OpenAI API.
Implemented role-based access control (RBAC) to manage user permissions efficiently.
Pantry Tracker:
Created a pantry organization tool using React-Vite, Redux toolkit, OpenAI API, and Firebase/Firestore.
Focused on optimizing user interface and enhancing the shopping experience.
Tree AR:
Created an intuitive AR interface with SwiftUI and Xcode for visualizing trees in different environments based on user-selected parameters
The Fallen Treasure:
Developed the 3D environment and wrote C# scripts for an action-adventure video game, featuring diverse terrains and interactive puzzles on DEK Island, Ethiopia.
Honorsawardsachievements
- St. Thomas Aquinas College, Motorola Scholarship, 09/23 - present
- St. Thomas Aquinas College, Academic Scholarship Award Recipient, 09/22 - present
- St. Thomas Aquinas College, Friends of Doc Schelin Scholarship, 12/23
- St. Thomas Aquinas College, Dean's List, 04/23
- Ethiopian Science And Technology, Award, 04/18
Timeline
Software engineer Fellow
Headstart AI
07.2024 - Current
Programmer
St. Thomas Aquinas College, XLab
09.2023 - 05.2024
Software Development
Tech Innovators
02.2023 - 04.2024
STEM Program Assistant
YMCA, International
09.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
St. Thomas Aquinas College
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