Kenny Zhao
Hello!
My name is Kenny Zhao

Who am I?

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First off, a little introduction, I am a third-year student at McMaster University located in Ontario. I am pursuing a B.A.Sc. Degree in Computer Science with an expected graduation date of 2026. You can click here to see my resume!

My love for computer programming started at a young age and continues to thrive to this day. My passion for computer science is paralleled by my unwavering commitment to continuous learning. Kindly find below my proficiency in my top four programming languages!

me

As a highly extroverted individual, I derive immense satisfaction from collaborative engagements. My interests encompass an array of leisure activities, including video gaming with friends, music-making on the piano or guitar, and swimming at the pool. Although I am a neophyte in the world of computer science, I am profoundly intrigued and eager to delve deeper into this field that ignites my passion.

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Mood?

Sleep?

Workload?

hey...again (skills and hobbies).

Coding (duh)

I have been learning about computer science for over 4 years and currently I am working on multiple projects from game development, to creating more websites for other extracurriculars that I am proud to be representing.

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Music :3

Music plays a big role in my life. During my free time in high school, I use to play the bass clarinet for my school band. As of now, I occasionally play the piano and now play the guitar often whenever I want to enjoy some music.

My current favorite song!

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Until I Found You

Stephen Sanchez & Em Beihold

@kenny-zhao on spotify

Academics >:)

Competitions are where I strive the most as it forces me to become better. As of now, I am preparing for future events, such as hackathons, coding compeititons, etc., to further my skills.

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Personality <3

I would say I am a very outgoing and kind person. I would love to talk or even shoot me a private message on one of my socials. Also check out my guitar account!

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Athletics :0

I love being active. As of now, I currently just ran the Toronto Waterfront Half-Marathon in October 2023 with a time of 2:06:00! I also enjoy other sports such as rock climbing!

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Games :P

Video games continue to be one of my favorite hobbies to relax and chill with friends. At the moment, I am not playing much because of academics, but if you are ever down play, just add me on discord!

REALLY!?#4206

my works; both present and past...

I find hackathons incredibly fun and engaging. Below are some of my favorite projects that I’ve worked on in the past. Click on any of them to explore their repositories and learn more!

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HTN 2022

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UofTH X

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DH IX

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my experiences, my life...

As a person who loves interacting with others, I do my best to involve myself with society as much as possible. I believe that you can learn the most from others and that is why I strive to be a caring person. Below are some jobs/organizations that I took/take part in.

MacU - Software Research Development Specialist Intern

May 2024 - August 2024

• Led software development efforts as a Software Research Development Specialist at the McMaster Interdisciplinary Satellite Team, overseeing the creation of Mission and Operations Control Software
• Engineered a robust Dashboard for the team's HASP 2024 test integration and flight in Texas, which resulted in a 30% increase in data accessibility and efficiency

mcmasterneudose.ca

MacU - Teaching Assistant

September 2024 - Present

• Supported the instruction of tutorials for COMPSCI 2GA3 - Computer Architecture, mentoring students on advanced topics like logic gates, computer arithmetic, and assembly programming to deepen their grasp of foundational computer architecture concepts
• Provided one-on-one support to students, clarifying concepts related to computer architecture, which improved student test scores by 25%

mcmaster.ca

AVGL - QA Tester & Tournament Organizer

May 2021 - May 2023

• Assisting fellow student leaders at events and providing support to competitors during tournaments, achieving a 100% participant satisfaction rate
• Enhanced the organization's website and features by more than 50% through rigorous QA testing, contributing to improved speed and efficiency and demonstrated strong ability to remain composed in high-stress situations while overseeing and managing multiple competitions

avgl.org

MIST - Project Manager

April 2024 - Present

• Contribute to documentation efforts and provide software support across various project phases, demonstrating versatility and commitment to advancing both managerial and technical aspects of satellite development
• Aid in developing standardized processes and templates for the systems team, enhancing project efficiency by 30%. Furthermore, spearhead budget tracking and management of around $350,000 for developing a satellite for space launch, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets

mcmasterneudose.ca

Mac CSS - Year Representative

October 2022 - Present

• Facilitate communication with CS students and successfully orchestrate coordination between courses, instructors, academic departments, and CS students, resulting in a substantial 50% increase in student engagement in classes
• Contribute valuable feedback when organizing events for first-year students and played an integral role in planning and suggesting events tailored to their needs

mcmastercs.ca

Marketyze - Head of Technology

September 2022 - September 2023

• Worked closely with the UI/UX designer to revamp the organization’s website, leading to an 87% increase in monthly visitors. Additionally, supported ongoing maintenance and implemented new features as needed
• Oversaw and supervised all technology-related aspects and Offered technology expertise and implemented new technological solutions during events

@marketyze.ca

contact me

“I don’t know how much value I have in this universe, but I do know that I’ve made a few people happier than they would have been without me, and as long as I know that, I’m as rich as I ever need to be.”

- Robin Williams