Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Technical Project Experience
Languages
Technical Skills
Timeline
Volunteer

Tzu Yu Lin

Burnaby

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented Computer Science student at Simon Fraser University, with hands-on experience in machine learning, data modeling, and full-stack web development. Adept at solving real-world problems through collaborative projects and volunteer work, including the application of Hidden Markov Models for anomaly detection and the creation of a personalized music recommendation platform using Java and Spotify APIs. A strong communicator fluent in both English and Mandarin, with a proven track record in bridging cultural and technical gaps. Passionate about innovation, user experience, and driving impactful solutions in dynamic team environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Taipei City Government
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Assisted international athletes with registration procedures, ensuring a smooth check-in experience during the World Masters Games.
  • Provided on-site translation services between foreign athletes and local organizers to facilitate clear and accurate communication.
  • Acted as a liaison between athletes and event coordinators, mediating concerns and helping resolve issues effectively.
  • Offered real-time support and guidance to athletes, helping them navigate logistical challenges and event procedures.

Volunteer

Ministry of Education
07.2019 - 09.2019
  • Efficiently cataloged and organized educational resources, enhancing accessibility and supporting a streamlined inventory system.
  • Delivered courteous and knowledgeable front-desk support, providing clear guidance and timely assistance to students, educators, and visitors.
  • Proactively assisted library users in locating information and academic materials, demonstrating strong research and problem-solving abilities.
  • Collaborated with administrative staff to ensure smooth daily operations, reinforcing a professional and service-oriented environment.
  • Maintained a high standard of organization and communication, reflecting a commitment to public service and continuous learning.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Simon Fraser University
Canada
07-2026

High School Diploma -

Vancouver Formosa Academy
Vancouver
04-2022

Skills

  • Communication, Organization, Time Management
  • Teamwork, Initiative, Problem Solving
  • Research, Flexibility, Decision-Making
  • Cross-Cultural Communication, Empathy, Conflict Resolution

Technical Project Experience

  • Name of the project: Euterpe

CMPT 276

September 2024 – December 2024

Developed a website using GitHub, Java to let users see the songs they often listen to and recommend new songs based on their preferences.

Using Spotify URLs

  • Name of the project: Unsupervised Intrusion Detection System

CMPT 318

January 2025 – March 2025

Implemented time series feature scaling using normalization to improve HMM training accuracy for anomaly detection.

Conducted Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to select optimal response variables, enhancing model performance by reducing dimensionality.

Designed and trained multiple Hidden Markov Models (HMMs) with 4–20 states using R to analyze electricity consumption data.


Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Technical Skills

  • Python
  • C++
  • MS Office Suite
  • Visual Studio

Timeline

Volunteer

Taipei City Government
05.2025 - 06.2025

Volunteer

Ministry of Education
07.2019 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Simon Fraser University

High School Diploma -

Vancouver Formosa Academy
Tzu Yu Lin