Web Developer, Data Scientist & Python Programmer.
My name is Ian Cheung, and I am a passionate website developer, Discord bot programmer, and data scientist. It was actually the onset of the pandemic and the shift to online schooling that prompted my interest in coding. Having my routine disrupted, I felt compelled to learn something new, particularly with the abundance of free time available due to online schooling. Thus, I began dedicating my evenings and weekends to constructing websites for myself and my friends. Having had exposure to coding at primary school such as Scratch and Micro:bit since a young age, I had actually never considered it to be something I would greatly pursue, but instead something on the side as a hobby. However, the aspects of being a developer became more intriguing over time, most notably the ability to create a product I or someone else could use. Mastering computer programming also allows me to think independently, solve problems and be resilient when facing seemingly impossible challenges.
As such, I am very eager to explore coding outside of school through developing mini-games, websites, and Discord bots. Particularly, this website is used for me to learn more about front-end web development, as well as showcasing my achievements and the projects that I completed. Here are some things I'm proud of in my journey of being a developer so far:
As I am pursuing programming as a hobby, I try to make myself useful by contributing to the community around me through writing projects or applications for others to use, as well as tutoring young students. This allows me to give back to my community, which in turn encourages young kids who might have the potential to be become a good programmer to start coding early.
Experience
Vice President for Education
Beginning Programming in Python Instructor
April 2023 - Current
OpenBrackets
Inspired to bridge the digital divide in our community, we provide support in computer science to middle and high school kids who may not receive it at home, and encourage kids consider tech as a career, regardless of their background. As an instructor, I fully designed a cirriculum for 6-12 years old to learn Python in a fun and rewarding way, all while mastering the basics of programming in Python.
Coding Club Teaching Assistant
June 2023 - August 2023
Redwood City Public Library
Every Sunday, I witnessed young kids' enthusiasm and creativity flourish as they learned coding fundamentals by programming robots and building LEGOs. We provided individual support and created a supportive environment for the children to grow, try, and learn. Moreover, explaining seemingly simple concepts to children significantly improved my communication and problem-solving skills as well.
Chief IT Developer
September 2021- June 2022
La Salle College Library Board
My primary role was to oversee the library's technological infrastructure and I was responsible for managing and maintaining the library's hardware and software, as well as implementing new technologies to improve the library's operations and services. I had worked closely with the library committee team and developed an automatic clock-in system for school librarians, resulting in a significant improvement in our efficiency in recording attendance.
