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Adam French
+447563266931
adam.a.french@outlook.com
Profile
Passionate about developing robust, efficient software with a strong focus on maintainability, scalability, and long-term performance. I take pride in my ability to perform under pressure, adapt quickly, and contribute effectively in collaborative, fast-paced environments.
My ideal role involves designing and building scalable systems that balance creativity with problem-solving. I aim to cultivate meaningful professional connections and contribute to projects that deliver a clear altruistic impact.
Education
| Location | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Leeds | 2021-2025 |
BSc Computer Science with Mathematics
(International) Average: 81.1% (First Class Honours) Relevant Courses: Procedural Programming, Object Oriented Programming, Algorithms and Data Structures I & II, Databases, Computer Processors, Compiler Design and Construction, Formal Languages and Finite Automata, Probability and Statistics I, Machine Learning, Graph Algorithms & Complexity Theory |
| The University of Waterloo | 2023-2024 |
Average: 74.5%
Relevant Courses: Applied Cryptography, Introduction to Computer Graphics, Introduction to Rings and Fields with Applications |
Experience
| Role | Location | Date | Duties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student | Wolfram Summer School | 2024 | Designed and completed a time-constrained research project exploring Mobile Automata and conditions for computational reversibility. Communicated findings through visualizations and presentations. |
| Bartender | Belgrave Music Hall | 2022-2025 | Delivered heartfelt customer service in various fast-paced, high-pressure hospitality environments. |
| Cashier Assistant | To The Rise Bakery | Summer 2022 | Prepared coffee, served customers, presented goods, cleaned bakery equipment, and made toasties. |
| Waiter | BFI Bar and Kitchen | Summer 2020 | Managed bookings, allocated tables, handled complaints, ran food and drinks, and maintained BOH cleanliness. |
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Personal Projects
| Project | Skills | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile Automata | Mathematica, JS, Logic, Analysis | 2024 | Designed experiments and analysis tools to identify pattern similarities among automata. Investigated computational properties by defining specific phenomena and observing emergent behaviors through custom simulations. |
| Computer Graphics | Rust, Linear Algebra, Multi-threading | 2023 | Developed a multi-threaded, recursive ray tracer as part of a University of Waterloo project. Explored advanced ray-surface intersection techniques, including experimental rendering of higher-dimensional geometries. |
| Arduino Programming & Circuits | C++, Soldering, Embedded Systems | 2022 - 2025 | Created room decorations using salvaged components from discarded electronics. |
| Memory Palace Website | TS, Rust, React, Redux, SQLite | 2025 | Full-stack web application implementing the “memory palace” memorization technique. Built with a React/Redux frontend, Rust-based Actix backend, and SQLite database. |
| Personal Websites | HTML, JS, Design, UI/UX | Ongoing | Continuously evolving my personal site and designing other creative websites. Experimented with Svelte, Vue, and React/Redux using libraries such as P5 and Three.js. |
| 3D Printing | FreeCAD | Ongoing | Designing and manufacturing household objects and repairs, including replacement window handles, desk organizers, and 3D scans. |
Commitments
| Activity | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Mandarin | Ongoing | Aiming to complete HSK 3 proficiency exam by December 2026 |
| Sports Activities | Ongoing | Run weekly, active gym attendee, regularly go hiking. |
| Construction and Landscaping | Ongoing | Involved in building a house in Bulgaria. |
| University of Waterloo Film Club | 2023-2024 | Worked on student films “Moon King” and “HAM”, available online. |
| Socratica | 2023-2024 | Worked with like-minded individuals exploring innovative tech. |
| University of Leeds Hockey Club | 2022-2023 | Played for the University of Leeds Hockey Club. |
| Royal Air Force Air Cadets | 2017-2020 | Achieved the role of Sergeant and “Best Cadet" award. |