Cooper Kozitza

Blending a passion for problem-solving with a versatile skill set, I thrive on using computer science to unlock solutions to complex challenges, demonstrating the boundless potential of programming in every project I undertake.

About Me

Hello! I'm Cooper, a computational math student and software engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and applying mathematical principles to develop innovative software solutions.

Education

Exploring the depths of mathematics and its applications in modern computing.

Experience

Three years of engineering software and effective algorithms in a professional setting.

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Examples

Projects where I apply complex concepts to create practical solutions.

Education
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University of Washington

Committed to studying Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences with a minor in Physics.

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Portland State University

Courses CS161: Introduction to Programming and CS162: Introduction to Computer Science. Achieved a 4.0 GPA, excelling in foundational computer science concepts.

Ida B. Wells-Barnett Highschool

Achieved a 3.98 unweighted GPA and a 4.2 weighted GPA, honored with Career Technical Education (CTE) honors, and completed 9 AP courses, demonstrating strong academic rigor.

Experience
Intern, Cascade Custom Software LLC, Portland

Individually spearheaded the development of comprehensive inventory and company management software tools, deployed across desktop, web, and mobile platforms, for major companies like Tidewater Barge Lines, Tidewater Enviromental Services, Daimler Truck North America, and Domtar.

In this role, I maintained and enhanced existing codebases, implementing new features and resolving bugs for software relied upon by more than 3,000 users. Additionally, I contributed to the modernization of a massive codebase consisting of millions of lines of code, ensuring the software remained robust and scalable.

Research Assistant, Casey Eye Institute at OHSU

Collaborated closely with Dr. Alireza Karimi on pioneering research that developed an AI-driven classification model designed to assist in the early diagnosis of glaucoma based on demographic data. My contributions to this project culminated in a co-authorship as the 3rd author on a published paper.

Skills
Programming Languages
  • C/C++ (6 Years): Expertise in optimizing graphics rendering using OpenGL and Vulkan. Strong understanding of the standard library and advanced language features.
  • C# (3 Years): Experienced in developing server-side web applications and APIs using the .NET framework. Proficient in game development with Unity.
  • JavaScript/TypeScript (3 Years): Skilled in building interactive applications using React. Experienced in creating web servers and APIs with Node.js.
Tools & Technologies
  • Development Tools: Proficient in Vi, VS Code, Visual Studio, and Git for version control. Experienced in project management using GitHub and Azure DevOps.
  • Databases: Capable of creating, editing, and managing SQL-based databases using object-relational mapping (ORM) or raw SQL queries.
  • Cloud Platforms: Experience in building and deploying applications hosted on cloud platforms like Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Microsoft Azure.