👨🏻💻 About Me
I am an undergraduate student in the Computer Science and
Engineering Department at the University of Seoul.
My interests are related to game development and data
analysis.
"Baby steps every day" is my life motto.
🎓 Education
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San Diego State University (Exchange Program)
B.S. in Computer Science (Exchange Semester) January 2025 -- May 2025
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University of Seoul
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Minor in Data Science (GPA: 3.58/4.00) March 2019 -- February 2026
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Dulwich College Beijing
Youth Rugby Team (2012--2013 Season MVP) January 2009 -- June 2013
🗓️ Professional Experience
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Mobile App. Development Cooperation (Internship)
Unity Developer August 2024 -- October 2024
- Developed and launched two mobile games: Both games are also available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
- Implemented advanced algorithms (DFS-based surround detection, physics-based mechanics) for core gameplay features.
- Enhanced user experience with joystick control for precise movement and dynamic UI/UX elements.
- Authored comprehensive technical guides and debugging instructions for future developers.
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GameMakers
Game Programmer March 2024 -- July 2024
- Developed a Unity 2D room-escape game in a six-person team, scheduled for launch by March 2025.
- Designed intricate puzzles and implemented core gameplay systems.
- Awarded the Grand Prize (2nd) for Best Games in the 8th Cohort.
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Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence Lab (HCAIL)
Undergraduate Research Intern December 2023 -- January 2024
- Investigated gaming-related health issues and game addiction.
- Analyzed WHO’s classification of game addiction, highlighting mental health benefits of gaming.
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SKYGG
Research Assistant (Intern) December 2022 -- May 2023
- Contributed to building a playground for Web3 games and blockchain analytics.
- Developed a web application for analyzing battle logs in Axie Infinity: Origins.
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Republic of Korea Air Force
Military Interpreter February 2021 -- November 2022
- Facilitated communication between ROKAF and USAF A1 forces at Osan Air Base.
- Recognized for superior performance by the Commander of ACC (Air Components Command).
📜 Certifications and Test Scores
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Languages:
- English: Native/Bilingual
- Korean: Native/Bilingual
- Chinese: Limited Working
- TOEFL iBT: 111
- TOEIC: 985
- OPIc: AL
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Certifications:
- NVIDIA DLI Workshop – Transformer Based NLP Applications
- Microsoft Office Specialist Master Certification (MOS)
- Com2us Mentoring School – Game Client Focus
🏆 Honors & Awards
- Silver Award (3rd) -- University of Seoul Programming Contest (UOSPC) 2024
- Excellence Award (2nd) -- Plankton Hackathon 2024
- Grand Prize (2nd) for Best Games -- GameMakers 8th Cohort
- Participation Award (4th) -- University of Seoul Programming Contest (UOSPC) 2023
🏉 Hobbies
- Collecting Albums (Mostly Hip-Hop)
- Creating Music
- Rugby and Cycling
- Video Gaming
- Algorithm Problem Solving
📚 Teaching Experiences
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Tutor – Academic Support for International Students, University
of Seoul
September 2024 -- December 2024
- Delivered structured tutoring on programming (Unix, recursion, pointers) and data structures (linked lists, stacks, trees).
- Introduced algorithmic problem-solving (sorting & graph algorithms) and version control (Git/GitHub).
- Adapted lessons to language barriers, improving exam performance for international students.
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C Programming Tutor, University of Seoul
April 2024 -- June 2024
- Taught C basics: pointers, arrays, recursion, Linux-based compilation.
- Guided students in debugging and optimization best practices.
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English Speaking Tutor, University of Seoul
April 2020 -- June 2020
- Assisted peers in improving spoken English through structured conversation sessions.
fivestar1103@uos.ac.kr
www.linkedin.com/in/hwanyo
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