Kevin Dong
+1 (412) 353-5506 | kevin.dong@myyahoo.com | linkedin.com/in/dong-kevin | github.com/thekevindong
EDUCATION
University of Pittsburgh Expected Graduation: April 2027
Bachelor of Science (BS): Major in Computer Science, Minor in Information Science Pittsburgh, PA
- Cumulative GPA: 3.645/4.00
- Relevant Coursework: Discrete Structures, Intermediate Java Programming, Intermediate Website Design & Development, Computing for Humanities, Algorithms & Data Structures 1 & 2, Computer Organization & Assembly, Software Engineering, and Programming Language for Web Apps.
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Classroom Services Employee May 2024 – Present
University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA
- Resolved 3,000+ technical issues annually, enhancing system reliability and faculty satisfaction through expert troubleshooting and management of technology across 60+ campus buildings.
- Improved instructional technology support by collaborating with 600+ professors, delivering tailored training and on-demand assistance, and achieving a 95% faculty satisfaction rate.
- Streamlined equipment delivery and setup, implementing an efficient scheduling system that reduced setup time by 20% and ensured seamless technology integration.
SMART Desk Volunteer Technician August 2022 – May 2024
Montour High School McKees Rocks, PA
- Executed hardware repairs by disassembling and reassembling computers, including replacing components such as GPUs, power supplies, motherboards, and keyboards, achieving a 95% success rate in restoring system functionality through the identification of system failure within each model.
- Enhanced student Chromebook setup by providing clear guidance on usage and maintenance through one-on-one interactions, improving user proficiency, and reducing setup time.
- Conducted comprehensive diagnostics to identify root causes of issues, employing advanced troubleshooting techniques for precise and efficient repairs.
PROJECTS
LaunchPad - Unfound Sounds! Python, PyGame April 2022
- Engineered an interactive soundboard application with a graphical user interface (GUI) using Python, leveraging advanced PyGame functionalities to handle real-time user inputs, dynamic sound playback, and visual feedback, ensuring a highly interactive and immersive user experience.
- Designed and optimized custom button classes and multiple game screens, including dynamic start, exit, and information screens, enabling seamless navigation and delivering a responsive user interface through object-oriented programming principles.
WebSumé HTML5, CSS3, JS January 2025 - Present (Constantly Updating)
- Developed a responsive personal portfolio website using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, implementing modern design principles and interactive features, including dark/light mode toggle and smooth animations for enhanced user experience.
- Engineered custom CSS animations and transitions for a dynamic welcome screen and content loading, while maintaining clean semantic HTML structure and modular styling using CSS variables for easy theme customization.
Website Portfolio HTML5, CSS3, JS, Python, Flask, SQLite3 September 2024 - Present (Constantly Updating)
- Engineered a full-stack portfolio platform using Flask and SQLite, implementing secure message management with a password-protected admin interface and real-time form submissions
- Built a responsive frontend using HTML5, CSS3, and vanilla JavaScript with localStorage for theme persistence, AOS animations, and Font Awesome icons for enhanced user interface
- Developed an interactive project showcase with dynamic content loading, featuring a horizontal scrollable manga gallery and responsive grid layout for projects with smooth animations
LEADERSHIP
Stand Together Student Leader August 2022 – May 2024
Montour High School McKees Rocks, PA
- Received two certificates for Leadership from the Stand Together Organization and Allegheny County Department of Human Services.
- Led various mental health awareness initiatives throughout the Montour School District, implementing in-depth improvements to student health throughout the campus.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Programming Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript, SQL, TypeScript
- Data Science & Machine Learning: pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Plotly
- UI/UX Engineering & APIs: Flask, Node.js, HTML, CSS, Electron.js, PyGame, Turtle, CMU Graphics
- Developer Tools: Git, Bash, Zsh, VS Code, IntelliJ IDEA, Trae, JupyterLab, Anaconda, Microsoft Excel
- Certifications: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Software Development, System Administration, Generative AI [Provided by: Microsoft & LinkedIn]
- Awards: National Cyber Scholar (Ranked in the top 1,000 nationally in CyberStart America, a competitive cybersecurity competition focused on coding and strategic problem-solving)