Vivienne H.

• Built and deployed WorldGraph, a geospatial AI platform for municipal water utilities, developing full-stack features (FastAPI, PostgreSQL/PostGIS, React) to support real-time infrastructure intelligence • Engineered and optimized edge AI and small language models (SLMs) for on-device inference on NVIDIA hardware, including fine-tuning, distillation, and performance benchmarking against larger models Integrated LLMs and agentic AI systems into production workflows, collaborating in a 0→1 startup environment to deliver scalable, real-time decision-support systems for live utility operations

• Selected for the highly competitive startup accelerator backed by UNC Chapel Hill, and regional partners, supporting only high-potential, venture-scale student founders • Advanced venture through an intensive accelerator focused on customer discovery, product–market fit, go-to-market strategy, and investor readiness • Collaborated with experienced founders, mentors, and industry advisors within one of North Carolina’s leading startup ecosystems, with alumni companies generating $100M+ in revenue and funding • Built and refined startup alongside a select cohort of early-stage founders, culminating in pitch development and exposure to investors and entrepreneurial leadership • Earned 1-year access to Launch’s coworking + founder network, enabling continued venture development and ecosystem integration

• Contributing to the design and development of a VTOL aircraft as part of Carolina Skylab’s NC-47 program, supporting system-level integration across airframe, propulsion, and flight subsystems • Assisting with engineering analysis, technical documentation, and design iteration in collaboration with project leads and cross-functional teammates • Operating within a structured aerospace engineering workflow using GitHub for version control and Slack for technical coordination and reviews

•Coordinated cross-team communication via Microsoft Teams, including collaboration with Cybersecurity and full-time staff. •Resolved complex IT issues and managed high-volume service tickets while maintaining equipment inventory. •Delivered in-person and remote technical support for hardware (laptops, printers, etc.) and software troubleshooting.

Following my solo-piece in Business Insider, I decided to embark on my journey as a tech content creator. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivecoding.py/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vivecoding?_r=1&_t=ZT-95W5hXs7pWv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vivecoding

• Delivered Tier 1/2 technical support to 100+ students, faculty, and staff, diagnosing and resolving issues across Windows/macOS systems, campus WiFi/VPN, and enterprise tools using SolarWinds Service Desk, improving ticket resolution time and user satisfaction • Configured and deployed workstations and user accounts, troubleshooting authentication, software, and hardware issues while documenting solutions and escalating complex cases to senior IT teams

•Featured in Business Insider for my experience applying to 600+ internships as a computer science student •Shared strategies on cold outreach, resume positioning, and project-based differentiation •Highlighted lessons learned from navigating high-volume rejection and securing interview opportunities

• Drove product strategy by examining BeReal's performance and conducting competitive analysis against rival social media platforms to identify market gaps. • Applied a Product Manager mindset to synthesize data, pinpointing user friction points, delights, and key behaviors to inform feature design. • Utilized research insights to design, test, and pitch an original product feature, demonstrating skills in Product Management, UX, and Strategy.

•Supported operations at a high-traffic location with a 33% sales increase •2nd highest performing JM franchise in the region over the summer

• Selected as one of four scholars for the 2024–25 cohort, driving community partnerships, cross-campus collaboration, and inclusive engagement to strengthen TEDx’s visibility and connection to underserved populations.

• Served as the TEDx Master of Ceremonies, guiding speakers and audiences through the event with clarity, energy, and seamless program flow.

CS Coursework:
CS Coursework: COMP 110: Intro to Programming STOR 120: Statistics with Programming + Lab DATA 120: AI Ethics COMP 210: Discrete Structures & Analysis COMP 211: System Fundamentals in C & Compilers COMP 283: Discrete Math COMP 293: Internship in CS COMP 301: Object-Oriented Programming COMP 311: Computer Organization COMP 423: Software Engineering Laboratory COMP 455: Models of Languages & Computation COMP 475: 2D Graphics COMP 486: Natural Language Processing COMP 550: Algorithms COMP 560: Artificial Intelligence INLS 523: Databases Biomed Classes: BIOL 101/L: Intro to Biology + Lab BIOL 103: Cell Biology CHEM 101/L: Gen Chemistry I + Lab CHEM 102/L: Gen Chemistry II + Lab EXSS 175: Physical Anatomy EXSS 265: Sports Medicine Case Studies & Diagnosis PSYC 210: Statistical Principles of Psychological Research French: FREN 101, 102, 203: Beginner->Intermediate French