NYU Tandon Engineering '29 USACO Platinum AIME Qualifier 2023–2024 600+ Volunteer Hours Python · C++ · Java · C# Unity Game Dev Cybersecurity Custom PC Builder Bilingual — English & Mandarin Robotics Instructor NYU Tandon Engineering '29 USACO Platinum AIME Qualifier 2023–2024 600+ Volunteer Hours Python · C++ · Java · C# Unity Game Dev Cybersecurity Custom PC Builder Bilingual — English & Mandarin Robotics Instructor
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Brooklyn, NY  ·  NYU Tandon '29

David
Fu.

Computer engineering student who builds things — games, bots, custom PCs, automation scripts. USACO Platinum. AIME qualifier. Bilingual in code and Mandarin.

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600+ Volunteer hours
4+ Years building
Soph. Year at NYU
'29 NYU grad year

Featured Projects

Python · Discord.py · GitHub

Creeper Discord Bot

Multi-function bot with moderation, automated commands, and live API integrations for an active server community.

Unity · C#

Game Development

Multiple interactive games built from scratch — gameplay systems, UI, core logic, and full debugging cycles.

Python · SQL

Data Analysis Project

Automation scripts, SQL queries, and analytical workflows from a 6-month technical training program.

Python C++ Java C# SQL Linux Unity Git HTML
About Me

Builder, coder,
problem-solver.

I'm David Fu — a Computer Engineering student at NYU Tandon (class of 2029), based out of Brooklyn, NY. I grew up tinkering: taking apart computers, building custom PCs for people in the neighborhood, and teaching myself to code through competitive programming and game development.

I reached USACO Platinum — one of the top tiers in competitive programming — and qualified for the AIME in both 2023 and 2024. But beyond competitions, I care about making things that actually work and help people. That's what drives everything I build.

Outside of code I've logged over 600 volunteer hours — teaching classes on Zoom, distributing food, organizing shelter donations, and baking cookies for local communities. I think being a good engineer means caring about the people your work touches.

I'm fluent in English and Mandarin, comfortable on Linux, and always looking for the next thing to build. If you want to work together or just talk tech — reach out.

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Education

B.S. Computer Engineering, NYU Tandon School of Engineering — Sept. 2025 to June 2029. Brooklyn, NY.

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Competitive Programming

USACO Platinum (near-perfect score, 2023). AIME Qualifier two consecutive years (2023–2024). High School Principal's Honor Roll, GPA 3.7+.

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Languages

Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese. Programming languages: Python, C++, Java, C#, C, SQL, HTML.

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Community

600+ volunteer hours across food distribution, Zoom teaching, shelter donations, and community organizing.

Projects

Things I've built.

Python · Discord.py · API Integration

Creeper Discord Bot

A fully custom, multi-function Discord bot built with Python and Discord.py. Features include server moderation tools, automated command handling, and live API integrations that respond in real time. Deployed and actively running in a real server community. Named "Creeper" — because it creeps up on everything that needs automating.

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Creeper bot economy commands
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Completed

Game Development

Multiple interactive games built from scratch using Unity and C#. Covered full game loops — gameplay systems, UI design, core logic, art polish, and thorough debugging cycles. Learned Unity independently from zero.

Unity C# Game Design UI/UX
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Completed

Data Analysis Project

Built automation scripts, SQL query workflows, and analytical pipelines through a 6-month intensive technical training program. Focused on real data, real problems — not just toy examples.

Python SQL Automation Data
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Ongoing

Custom PC Building

Designed, built, and sold custom computers for gaming, school, and general use since 2021. Consulted clients on build options, ensured smooth performance, and provided post-sale support.

Hardware Client Work Troubleshooting
Experience

What I've
done.

From freelance PC building to robotics instruction to cybersecurity competitions — I've always been doing something technical, even before it was on a resume.

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July 2024
– Jan 2025
Internship Instructor
Magikid Robotics Lab
  • Taught coding and robotics to children using VEX, Python, and Scratch in summer and after-school programs.
  • Adapted instruction in real time to meet each student's learning goals and pace.
  • Coordinated with staff to plan and run programs smoothly from start to finish.
May 2021
– Present
Freelance PC Builder & Seller
Independent
  • Built and sold custom computers tailored to gaming, school, and general use.
  • Consulted with clients to understand their needs and recommended best-fit build options.
  • Provided after-sale support and ensured every build ran smoothly.
May 2022
– May 2023
Game Developer
Independent (Unity / C#)
  • Learned Unity and C# from scratch, building multiple complete, functional games.
  • Focused on user experience, game mechanics, and visual polish.
  • Took feedback, iterated on designs, and resolved bugs through full cycles.
  • Also built the Creeper Discord Bot during this period using Python.
Aug 2021
– May 2025
Cybersecurity Competitor
High School — National Competitions
  • Studied Ubuntu Linux and cybersecurity fundamentals throughout high school.
  • Competed in national cybersecurity competitions annually — reached semi-finals in 2023.
  • Wrote Python scripts to find and resolve system vulnerabilities.
Aug 2020
– Present
Community Volunteer
Various Organizations
  • Over 600 hours of volunteer work across multiple roles and communities.
  • Taught classes on Zoom and distributed food to people in need.
  • Baked cookies and organized donations for local shelters.
  • Built strong communication skills by working with people of all backgrounds.
Achievements & Honors

What I've earned.

2023
USACO Platinum Division
Reached the Platinum tier of the USA Computing Olympiad with an almost-perfect score — top level of competitive programming in the country.
Competitive Programming
2023 – 2024
AIME Qualifier
Qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination two consecutive years — a selective national math competition requiring top AMC scores.
Mathematics
2025
Principal's Honor Roll
Graduated high school on the Principal's Honor Roll with a GPA of 3.7 or higher — all while competing in USACO, AIME, and cybersecurity nationals.
Academic
2023
Cybersecurity Semi-Finals
Competed every year in national cybersecurity competitions throughout high school. Reached the semi-finals in 2023 with Python scripting and Linux system analysis.
Cybersecurity
2025 – Present
NYU Tandon Engineering
Admitted to the B.S. Computer Engineering program at NYU Tandon School of Engineering — one of the top engineering schools in New York.
Education
2020 – Present
600+ Volunteer Hours
Logged over 600 hours of community service across teaching, food distribution, shelter support, and community organizing — sustained over five years.
Community
Skills

My toolkit.

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Programming Languages

Python
C++
Java
C#
C
SQL
HTML
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Game Dev & Tools

Unity
Git / GitHub
Discord.py
VEX Robotics
Scratch
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Systems & Security

Ubuntu Linux
Cybersecurity
Scripting
PC Hardware
Troubleshooting
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Soft Skills

Teaching
Communication
Problem-Solving
Client Relations
Adaptability

Spoken Languages

English Native Mandarin 普通话 Native
Now

What I'm
up to.

A snapshot of what I'm working on and where my head is at. Updated April 2026.

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📚 Studying

Sophomore year at NYU Tandon

Deep in circuits, data structures, and computer architecture. The coursework is getting real — so is the coffee intake.

🤖 Building

Expanding Creeper Bot

Adding slash command support, better logging, and new API integrations. The bot never really stops getting updated.

🔐 Sharpening

CTF competitions & security

Getting back into capture-the-flag challenges. Keeping the Linux and Python scripting skills sharp post-high school nationals.

🎯 Seeking

Summer 2026 internship

Actively looking for SWE or computer engineering internships. Open to systems, backend, tooling — anywhere I can ship real code.

Contact

Let's connect.

Whether you want to talk about a project, an internship, or just geek out about code and PCs — I'm always down to chat.

david328150@gmail.com
yf2953@nyu.edu

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