Tariq Ebo
Seattle,United States
Summary
Undergraduate Informatics student at the University of Washington with a focus on human-centered computing, data analysis, and ethical AI. Experienced in research, collaborative projects, and technical problem-solving through coursework, research groups, and hands-on projects. Passionate about designing technology that is ethical, inclusive, and grounded in real human needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Virtual Reality Attendant
Sandbox VR
Seattle, United States
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Guided guests through immersive VR experiences, ensuring optimal user satisfaction and technical accuracy.
- Troubleshot and maintained VR hardware/software, improving system uptime and experience quality.
- Strengthened teamwork and communication skills by coordinating group sessions in a high-paced environment.
Research Assistant
Faith in AI Research Group
Seattle, United States
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Conduct qualitative research exploring the intersection of religion, technology, and AI ethics.
- Assisted in developing discussion frameworks on moral reasoning in human-AI interaction.
- Contributed to collaborative projects analyzing public trust and perception of chatbots in ethical contexts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Informatics
University of Washington
Seattle06.2027
Skills
- Ethical AI Research
- Data Analysis
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership & Mentorship
- UX Design & Prototyping
- User Research & Testing
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Technical Communication
- Adobe Software Proficiency
- Project management
Projects
PROJECTS
Friend Recommendation System — CSE 160 Course Project, University of Washington
Seattle, WA | Jan 2025 – Mar 2025
- Built a graph-based algorithm to recommend new friends using mutual connection analysis.
- Applied ranking techniques to generate and evaluate recommendation accuracy on a social network dataset.
- Strengthened data reasoning and algorithmic thinking through hands-on implementation and evaluation.
Algorithmic Shapeshifting: Identity and Relevance Online — UW Final Project
Seattle, WA | May 2025 – Jun 2025
- Investigated how social media algorithms influence user self-presentation and identity formation.
- Produced creative activist materials and a written analysis connecting algorithmic systems to self-image and visibility pressures.
- Applied human-centered and ethical design perspectives to critique platform incentives.
Uncanny Valley: Cultural Reactions to Human-Like Figures — UW Final Project
Seattle, WA | May 2025 – Jun 2025
- Created an educational poster examining how realism, emotion, and design choices shape audience responses to human-like technologies.
- Synthesized psychological, cultural, and technological research into accessible public-facing communication.
- Demonstrated UX research skills through audience-focused framing and visual storytelling.
LinguaLinked — UX Design Project
Figma Prototype
- Designed a peer-based language-learning app focused on social interaction and motivation rather than solo practice.
- Developed user flows, interface concepts, and interaction patterns grounded in human-centered design principles.
- Explored usability, engagement, and accessibility considerations through iterative design.
Timeline
Virtual Reality Attendant
Sandbox VR
01.2025 - 06.2025
Research Assistant
Faith in AI Research Group
01.2024 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Informatics
University of Washington