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Hello, my name is Alphin Shajan, and I am currently a junior at Temple University pursuing a major in Computer Science. I am also working as a research assistant at Temple's HCI Lab, where I focus on studying how spontaneous online networks can help foster a sense of community for new members of a lab. This experience has helped me learn more about research, problem-solving, and applying technology to real-world challenges. I’m excited about learning how to build better systems and solving challenging problems with technology. In the future, I want to earn certifications in cloud computing to improve my skills in creating powerful and efficient software. My goal is to use my knowledge to create tools and systems that make a real difference.

August 2022

May 2026

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Temple's Hackathon

3x Hackathon Participant (OwlHacks) October 2024

Learned Skills:
-Worked in a fast-paced, collaborative environment to develop “Tinder for Roommates”, an interactive web application that matches roommates based on compatibility

-Built the frontend with Angular, the backend with Flask, and used Firebase for real-time data storage

-Managed version control with Git/GitHub in a 48-hour hackathon

-Presented the final prototype to judges, effectively communicating design choices and project goals

Amazon Fresh

Associate (Retail)
Jul 2024 - Dec 2024

Learned Skills:
-Configured and maintained store systems and technologies

-Installed and calibrated hardware to ensure optimal performance of store technologies

-Diagnosed and resolved technical issues with handheld devices, demonstrating strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Temple's HCI Lab

Research Assistant
September 2024 - present

Learned Skills:
-Worked with researchers to study how social computing tools can help build a stronger research community

-Analyzed survey and interview data using SQL and Tableau to generate visualizations and insights, leading to a published research paper

-Helped run a study using a Slack-based photo-sharing system to track engagement and strengthen lab connections

Estee Lauder

Assembler (Manufacturing)
Jun 2021 - Sep 2023

Learned Skills:
-Collaborated in a fast-paced production environment to ensure product quality and consistency

-Identified and reported packaging defects using Excel sheets, leading to a 4.15% reduction in operating expense

-Managed inventory updates and supported logistics by utilizing Excel to monitor stock levels and operations

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Currency Converter

currenyConverter

Cine Swipe

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Kitchen Canvas

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