Ryuji
Kow Jie Si
Computer Engineering Student
About Me
As an aspiring Computer Engineer, I am enthusiastic about delving into the dynamic and ever-evolving world of technology. With a passion for problem-solving and a strong foundation in mathematics and science, I am eager to apply my skills and knowledge to contribute to the development of innovative solutions.
With a keen interest in both hardware and software aspects, I aim to gain a comprehensive understanding of computer systems, networks, and embedded systems. I aspire to acquire expertise in programming languages, digital logic design, data structures, and algorithms, as well as exploring emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT).
Please feel free to explore my portfolio to find out more about my projects and experiences below!
Education
National University of Singapore
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering(Hons.) With Second Major in Innovation and Design
2021 - 2025
St Andrew's Junior College
GCE A Levels,Science
2017 - 2028
Work Experience
Equityzen
Software Engineer - Intern
January 2024 - December 2024 (New York)
EquityZen is a fintech platform that unlocks liquidity in the private markets by enabling investors to buy and sell pre-IPO shares. Founded in 2013, the company bridges the gap between private companies and investors by offering access to high-growth startups with lower investment minimums. By streamlining secondary transactions, EquityZen empowers employees, shareholders, and investors to participate in the private equity ecosystem before companies go public.
- Built a RESTful API integrated with Yahoo Finance, enabling seamless access to private equity data.
- Developed an Order Book matching system, increasing trade efficiency by 25%.
- Optimized site performance, reducing load times by 20% and ensuring scalability for a growing user base.
- Delivered key product updates through agile workflows, enhancing system reliability and user experience.
Feeveo
Engineer Intern
Febuary 2023 - April 2023
A Singapore technology & automation start up aiming to solve neglected problems with efficient robots and automation products.
Contributed to the development of an Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) prototype, focusing on the enhancement of its functionality and performance. Collaborated with the team to develop and fine-tune the direction control system, utilizing modbus communication to interface with stepper motors for precise wheel rotation based on user input.
Teaching Asisstant
National University of Singapore, Module Code - CG2111A Engineering Principles and Practice II
January 2023 - April 2023
This module will be for the students who have completed EPP I(pre-requisite module) and the project scope extends to handle challenges in large-scale systems. Students will first learn the fundamental principles on certain advanced concepts and then design and programme a real-world system. The module involves designing a complex computer engineering system that facilitates information processing, real-world interfacing, and understanding the effects of certain useful metrics such as, scaling, safety, security, sustainability, societal impact, fault-tolerant design, etc.
Purely Natural Skincare
Co-Founder
June 2023 - June 2024
At Purely, I've led the development of Shopify, Facebook, Instagram, and Shopee platforms, enhancing the customer experience and driving sales. I've also played a key role in shaping branding and marketing strategies. Additionally, I've managed supply chain operations, optimizing inventory control and logistics for efficiency.
Reactor School
Trainer & Facilitator
Jan 2022 - June 2022
Reactor School provides entrepreneurship education programmes for students that focuses on every aspect of student growth and development. As a trainer, I am Motivated to effectively deliver design thinking training programmes for secondary school students, I have also facilitated hackathon programmes to encourage start-up ideas.
High Achievers Education Centre
Intern
Febuary 2021 - April 2021
High Achievers is a training company that specialises in youth development. High Achievers equips students with essential life skills through our various programmes that are specially crafted for experiential learning.
Tutor
- Conducted weekly lessons, focusing on the teaching of mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills.
- Prepared and delivered lesson plans, including the creation of worksheets and practice questions.
- Provided individualized attention to students to help them overcome learning obstacles.
- Monitored and evaluated students performance and progress, providing feedback to parents.
Trainer and Facilitator
- Developed communication, management, and team-building skills.
- Able to implement a variety of training programmes for multiple purposes.
- Facilitated team-building activities and games for students.
Projects
AUTOCARE
NUS EG3301R Ideas to Proof-of-Concept
January 2023 - November 2023
Autonomous Solution for Transport of Blood Components Within a Hospital Environment
Our project partners with Singapore General Hospital (SGH) to address the shortage of porters, leading to uncertain delivery times for blood components. We are developing an autonomous solution to streamline blood transportation, reducing wait times and ensuring efficient and secure delivery. By integrating advanced technologies, our system navigates the hospital environment, adheres to safety protocols, and frees up porters for essential patient care. Our goal is to improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care at SGH.
- Autonomous solution to transport blood components, reducing reliance on human labor.
- Multi-storage cooler box for efficient and secure transportation of blood products.
- Built Fullstack User Interface and Monitoring page using NextJS and Django Framework.
- Compliance with hospital policies, ensuring data security and blood product confirmation.
- Improving patient care by allowing hospital porters to focus on critical tasks.
Key Highlights:
Our project is driven by the vision of transforming blood transportation, enhancing patient safety, and contributing to the advancement of healthcare services at SGH. This is an ongoing project and we are currently in the prototyping phase.
BIG PC-PARTPICKER
Cli Pc Partpicker Application
January 2023 - April 2023
A Command Line Interface (CLI) application that streamlines the process of managing computer builds while verifying the compatibility of selected components.
Big PC Part-Picker (BigPP) is a command-line application crafted with passion for PC enthusiasts and dedicated builders. Our goal is to empower users with a seamless and personalized PC building experience. BigPP streamlines the process of selecting and verifying compatible components, offering a time-saving and cost-effective solution. With a user-friendly interface, it enables easy customization and organization of PC builds, ensuring optimal performance and budget adherence.
Key Highlights:
- A command-line application that streamlines the process of managing computer builds while verifying the compatibility of selected components.
- A simple interface that enables easy customization and organization of PC builds, ensuring optimal performance and budget adherence.
- Enhanced customizability for advanced users to add custom pc parts to the list of available parts.
OIO
NUS EG2606B Independent Project
August 2022 - November 2022
A new way to experience and play music
The aim of studio, "Shape of Sound", was to explore innovative methods of playing instruments. OIO is a unique musical instrument that utilizes physical discs containing music layers, allowing for the mixing of various tracks. By introducing this novel approach, OIO revolutionizes the way we experience and engage with music, offering a fresh and immersive musical experience.
Key Highlights:
- Interactive sound-playing prototype
- Integrated PN532 RFID reader, NTAG 213 tags, mouse micro switches, Raspberry Pi 3B+, and breadboard.
- Local storage of sound files (WAV, MP3, OGG) on Raspberry Pi using pygame library.
- Optimized button design for rapid response and reliable NFC tag readings.
This project was showcased during CDE Day 2023 at the "CDE's Awesome Projects" exhibition.
FPGA PROJECT
NUS EE2026 Digital Design
August 2022 - November 2022
Creative application of concepts covered in module: Typeracer game
I successfully completed an FPGA project that integrated a keyboard with a PMOD screen to enable free typing. Additionally, I implemented a Typeracer game with a fixed phrase, displaying the words per minute (WPM) on a seven-segment display upon completion. The system highlighted incorrect keystrokes in red and displayed correctly typed letters in green, providing an engaging and interactive typing experience.
Key Highlights:
- Integrated keyboard and PMOD screen with FPGA.
- Implemented Typeracer game with fixed phrase,measuring and displaying WPM on a seven-segment display.
- Provided real-time feedback with red highlighting for incorrect keystrokes and green highlighting for correct ones.
- Delivered an interactive and engaging typing experience with precise performance measurement.
ALEX
NUS CG2111A Project
August 2022 - November 2022
Remote Mapping & Exploration Robot
Our project focused on creating an autonomous search and mapping robot named "Alex." We utilized LiDAR navigation technology to facilitate exploration and mapping of uncharted areas. This endeavor encompassed the integration of diverse technologies, enabling Alex to efficiently undertake the designated tasks. Moreover, this project provided us with valuable experience in navigating and piloting using laser mapping techniques.
Key Highlights:
- Attained the second fastest completion time for accurate mapping of the testing area.
- Integrated LiDAR, ROS and Hector SLAM to create a capable robot for the task.
- Fine tuning movement of ALEX to allow a clear and distortion free map to be built
MBOT
NUS CG1111A Project
August 2021 - November 2021
Autonomous Robot
Our project focused on enhancing the capabilities of the mBot robot through the implementation of specialized algorithms. We successfully incorporated color sensing, movement control, and IR proximity sensing, allowing the mBot to navigate and interact with its environment more effectively.
Key Highlights:
- Integrated color sensing, movement control, and IR proximity sensing.
- Overcame technical challenges such as sensor reliability and ambient lighting variations by implementing innovative solutions.
- Achieved the accurate distinction of color challenges, enabling the mBot to navigate through the maze and complete tasks autonomously.
Skills
Programming Languages
C++, C, Python, Verilog, R, Java, Javascript, HTML, CSS
Franeworks
React, NextJs, Django framework, TailwindCSS,
Hardware
Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ,LiDAR , FPGA, Esp32, RFID, Stepper Motors(Modbus)
Others
Git, Linux, Microsoft Office, Fusion360, Autodesk Eagle, RESTful API
Languages: English, Chinese, Japanese
Wiley Certified Data Analyst