Abhay Walia

Student · Toronto · abhay.walia@mail.utoronto.ca

I am a creative, hardworking, organized, and motivated individual able to apply my leadership and innovative skills in various environments. With strong programming skills and a drive to succeed, I am seeking an opportunity to challenge myself in an internship position.

Education

University of Toronto

Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering
Relevant courses:
• Algorithms & Data Structures
• Operating Systems
• Software Design & Communication
• Applied Fundamentals of Deep Learning
• Programming Fundamentals
• Computer Organization
• Digital Systems
• Software Engineering
September 2020 - Present

Louise Arbour Secondary School

Grade: 97.4%
Honor Roll in grades 9–12
September 2016 - June 2020

Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
Other Software/Languages
  • Verilog
  • Arm Assembly
  • Intel Quartus Prime
  • ModelSim

Experience

Software Developer

Scient Solutions
  • Diligently managed an online vehicle progress database, meticulously tracking and documenting repair progress across multiple stages, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Leveraged industry-standard equipment for comprehensive vehicle data scanning and recording, expertly conducting troubleshooting when necessary to maintain precise diagnostic accuracy
  • Conducted thorough examinations of a wide range of vehicles, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and visual inspections to assess and meticulously record both visible and concealed damages, contributing to comprehensive repair documentation
  • Spearheaded process improvements resulting in an impressive 15% increase in shop efficiency, optimizing workflows by revising outdated procedures and eliminating redundant steps to enhance overall productivity
June 2022 - September 2023

Automotive Technician

Collison Repair Experts
  • Collaborated closely with a compact and highly effective team to develop a cutting-edge iOS and Android application using the versatile React Native framework, contributing to its successful deployment.
  • Played a pivotal role in the design and development of the frontend for a logistics and delivery application, incorporating complex features such as embedded maps, signature capture, and a user rating system, which greatly enhanced the user experience and functionality.
  • Expertly managed the seamless flow of data between the frontend and backend server, optimizing data transfer processes to enhance application efficiency and performance.
  • Continued to maintain and provide support for the app after deployment.
June 2022 - September 2023

Detailer

TKR Aviation
  • Maintained a fleet of jets by ensuring both the inside and outside were thoroughly cleaned
  • Made sure consider all vital components of jets as to not cause any damage
  • Worked with industry standard equipment/chemicals to ensure cleaning was done to a high degree
September 2019 - October 2023

Office clerk

Quikx/TForce Freight
  • Thrived within a dynamic team of diverse colleagues in high-pressure environments, adeptly managing and organizing mission-critical documents according to precise employer specifications, resulting in the establishment of a meticulously organized and efficient database
December 2020 - July 2021

Office clerk

Canada Cartage Sys.
  • Successfully managed diverse administrative responsibilities, encompassing efficient phone call handling, proficient document creation in Microsoft Word, timely completion of errands, and meticulous record-keeping using Excel, resulting in notable enhancements in overall company productivity
  • Demonstrated exceptional time-management skills by consistently accomplishing critical tasks promptly, thereby eliminating the necessity for deadline extensions and ensuring smooth workflow
  • Attained a high level of professionalism in document preparation, facilitating the accurate and organized storage of essential records, thus contributing to streamlined operations and data integrity
June 2016 - December 2020

Projects

MappedOut

C++, GTK, EZGL
  • Managed a team of 3 tasked with building a Geographic Information System (GIS) to analyze spatial data of over 20 major cities and present it to users in an interactive map over four months
  • Successfully implemented/applied A* and Dijkstra’s algorithms to optimize pathfinding, while also employing simulated annealing to tackle the traveling salesman problem with efficiency
  • Wrote mapping program mainly in C++, using the OpenStreetMap API and the EZGL library was used for map graphics. Also used the GTK graphics library and glade to enhance UI
  • Managed project workflow with the help of Git
January 2023 – April 2023

Pixel Shift

C, Arm Assembly, DE1-SoC
  • Led a team of 2 to create a game written in C capable of running on the DE1-SoC board
  • Game employs arcade style physics, where the player is responsible for moving a block through various floating platforms with difficulty increasing with progress

    • Various features:
    • Ability to track score (current and high)
    • Toggle difficulty
    • Keyboard support
    • DE1-SoC KEY support
    • Ability to restart game with single key press
    • Start and game over screens
    January 2023 – April 2023

    Awards & Certifications