Nicholas Raney
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Ambitious Computer Science student keen to contribute boundless enthusiasm while expanding personal competencies. Dedicated to absorbing and leveraging new techniques and skills. Ready to positively impact all new and ongoing projects through diligent pursuit of exceptional final products.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Intern
Glyphic Biotechnologies
Berkeley, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Created library to run first of a kind protein sequencing machine.
- Ran tests and analyzed data on machine processes and protein sequencing processes.
- Used CAD to design and iterate parts to improve machine.
Co-founder, Director
Tempo Primo
Oak Park, CA
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Co-founded a company during remote learning to facilitate virtual practices and performances for OPHS band.
- Customized Jamulus program to align with band's requirements, serving a group of 80 musicians
- Provided technical support during program deployment, ensuring
smooth operation and enhancing virtual collaborations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering And Computer Science (EECS)
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05-2027
Skills
- C
- C
- Java
- Python
- Arduino Programming and Interface
- Computer Networking
- Computer Programming
- Utilizing sensors and actuators for
autonomous systems - Team Collaboration
- User Onboarding
- CAD, multiple platforms
- Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership
Other Projects
Tilt Control Pen Plotter
- Passion project where I designed and built a pen plotter that used unique tilt controls.
- Demonstrated adaptability by researching new components through
libraries and documentation.
Open Hovercraft
- Collaborated with a Google engineer/YouTuber/drone designer to create
a remote-controlled hovercraft - Designed, constructed, and coded the hovercraft using Arduino
- Utilized C to develop PID-based steering autopilot
UCLA Engineering Design Summer Institute: Rover
- Led a team of 4 in developing an autonomous rover capable of
navigating an obstacle course and manipulating objects. - Played a significant role in coding and contributed to the overall design
of the rover. - Employed Arduino, ultrasonic sensors, motors, and H-bridges to realize
the rover's functionalities.
Air Force Association's Cyberpatriot
- Appointed team lead for team of 5
- Team of new members competing against teams with 4-7 years of
experience - Secured Windows, Windows Server, Linux, and Cisco Computer
Network systems - Platinum Division, 2020-2021 season, Semifinalist, 2021-2022 season, Semifinalist 2022-2023 season
Timeline
Engineering Intern
Glyphic Biotechnologies
02.2024 - Current
Co-founder, Director
Tempo Primo
09.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering And Computer Science (EECS)
University of California, Berkeley