Brock Kaess
| (719) 557-1457 |
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brockkaess@gmail.com |
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brockkaess.com |
QUALIFICATIONS
- Languages: Java, C/++, Python, HTML, SQL, Assembly, JavaScript, PHP, MATLAB, Ruby
- Operating Systems: Familiar with using Linux, Windows, and Mac OS
- Knowledge of ethics in computer science, dynamic web applications and platforms using Java, Data structures, sorting and machine learning algorithms, and scrum framework in team settings
- Other relevant experiences: docker, maven, json, prolog, database systems, object-oriented programing concepts and full-stack development
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: Machine Learning/AI Concentration,
Minor in Mathematics
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado Expected Dec 2022
EXPERIENCE
Private Tutor | August 2020 - May 2021
The Tutee
- Helped in navigating coursework and learning creative thinking styles to critically solve programming challenges in Java and debugging code in various IDE’s, text editors, and Linux Terminals
Desk staff | August 2018 - Current
CSU Housing and Dining Services
- Strived to create a community of inclusivity for students and staff in the residence halls to improve their experience and comfort at home or work
- Improved people skills and communication skills to be an effective employee and student resource
- Developed teamwork strategies by communicating with coworkers and managers to perform tasks more efficiently and productively
IT Assistant | June – August 2016
Canon City School District
- Replaced/updated staff computers while helping them understand changes and how to navigate them
- Acquired skills in communication, team building, and problem solving to work effectively and quickly as well as support staff members with any technical problems and frequently asked questions
- Fixed hardware and server rooms to ensure a functioning education system for staff and students
PROJECTS
- Organized and sorted a decade of data from a csv file of 10k+ lines to find local weather patterns
- Experienced creating bash files and scripts to manipulate files
- Designed multiple games including an AI cat-mouse game, AI maze/hide-and-seek optimal pathing’s, and a traveling quest style game
- Programmed depth and breadth first search and sorting algorithms in Java and C
- Research in AI imaging in the medical field and analyzing data on diabetes with ML algorithms
- Gained Scrum and GitHub skills while developing a dynamic trip planning webpage in a team setting based on a Sprint cycle of 3 weeks through a burndown chart for organization with
ORGANIZATIONS
CSU E-Sports Team
- Ensured the environment of the esports club was welcoming, lighthearted, yet still exhibited seriousness and commitment to the organization
- Volunteered with high school students and trained them in team work on Rocket League