![A photo of me, Daniel Luna](/_astro/portrait.DINJanDY_2unQ4F.webp)
Hello! I am a third year student at The University of Chicago studying Computer Science and Mathematics. I learned how to code outside of school out to passion and interest getting no formal education in CS until starting university. Some of my areas of interests include: Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence, Operating Systems, and Networks. I do also enjoy projects that involve electronic components as well. You can see all of my projects, active or not, on this website!
Resume
Education
The University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics
Expected, Fall 2025
The Bronx High School of Science
Bronx, NY
Advanced Regents Diploma
June 2022
Experience
Tutor Doctor Mount Vernon South
Bronx, NY
Test Preparation Tutor
Apr 2024 - Present
- Developed customized lesson plans focusing on math concepts tested in standardized exams such as the SAT and ACT.
- Personalized tutoring sessions to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring each student grasped complex math concepts crucial for standardized tests.
Division of The Humanities, The University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Technical Support Assistant
Oct 2023 - Present
- Identified and resolved technical issues related to cloud services, locally installed software, and hardware for faculty and staff.
- Managed phone calls and emails efficiently through a ticketing system to ensure prompt assignment to the appropriate person.
Department of Mathematics, The University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Junior Math Tutor
Sept 2023 - Present
- Conducted two 90-minute tutorial sessions weekly to enhance professor-led instruction.
- Evaluated and delivered prompt feedback on weekly homework assignments and quizzes.
Cyracom International
Queens, NY
Spanish Bilingual Interpreter
June 2023 - Sept 2023
- Provided consecutive interpretation to and from Spanish for many sectors including medical, insurance, financial, emergency services, and government programs.
- Ensured near-zero delay of interpretation by utilizing short term memory effectively along with efficient note taking.
Self-Employed
New York, NY
Tutor
Aug 2020 - Sept 2022
- Helped students focus on specific gaps in their knowledge in multiple core subjects.
- Proficient in time management, independence, and communication skills because of it.
Leadership & Activities
House Council at The University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
House President for Thangaraj House
Sept 2022 - May 2024
- Spearheaded weekly council meetings, fostering collaboration among house residents to address community concerns and implement social events, resulting in increased engagement and cohesion within the house.
- Advocated for student needs and concerns to university administration, facilitating improvements in residence facilities and services, thereby enhancing overall living conditions for house members.
About This Website
This website is created using the Astro framework due to my desire to have a static page for my portfolio. But outside of my personal website I have used React for interactive sites. I have worked on a couple of full-stack applications, which led to me learning Typescript that I have used as the programming langauage of choice if I ever need to create a backend for a website. Furthermore, I have some experience in C++ and Python due to their usefulness in other parts of Computer Science / Software Engineering.