ML, Software Engineering, Proficient in C, C++, C#, Java, Python

Grant Shelton

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EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Minor in Cyber Security Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK

GPA: 3.824 Graduated: Dec 2023

Relevant Coursework: Database Management Systems C Programming Object-Oriented Programming Software Engineering Game Programming Windows Programming Data Structures Machine Learning in Python Visual Basic Applications HTML/XHTML Object-Based Visual Programming Basic Computer Architecture

SKILLS

- Programming Languages: Proficient in C, C++, C#, Java, SQL, Python, HTML, XHTML, Visual Basic.

- Software Development: Skilled in software engineering, testing, and documentation

- Database Management: Experience in relational database design, normalization, and querying

-Tools & Libraries: Visual Studio Code, Microsoft Visual Studio, Unity, GitHub, Raylib, OpenCV, TensorFlow, Microsoft Office 365

-Version Control: Proficient in using Git for version control, including branching, merging, and collaborative workflows

PROJECTS

Game Development Projects

Personal Projects Sand Springs, OK 2024

● Arcade Games: Developed multiple classic arcade-style games, including Pong and Asteroids, using C, C++, and the Raylib library

● Voxel World Generation: Built a voxel-based procedural terrain generation system inspired by popular sandbox games, managing chunk loading and rendering in real-time ComputerCraft Scripting in Lua

Personal Projects Sand Springs, OK 2024

● Created custom Lua scripts in the ComputerCraft mod for Minecraft to monitor in-game factory efficiency, tracking input/output metrics for optimized production

● Developed video players and interactive displays for sharing information with friends in multiplayer, making use of ComputerCraft's visual capabilities for enhanced gameplay experiences Senior Project: Object Detection

Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK 2023

● Trained a YOLOv4 model for object recognition using Python, OpenCV, and TensorFlow, achieving high accuracy through iterative training and validation processes

● Developed a GUI application for real-time interaction with the model, allowing users to upload video files or use webcam input for object detection

● Demonstrated skills in computer vision, deep learning, and model optimization, independently solving challenges to improve detection accuracy and speed Word Search Application

Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK 2023

● Developed a C# Windows Forms application to solve word search puzzles, providing a user-friendly interface with functionality for loading puzzles from text files and conducting searches

● Leveraged file I/O operations, DataGridView control, and event handling for puzzle display and user interactions, enhancing proficiency in C#, UI design, and event-driven programming

● Implemented an optimized search algorithm to efficiently locate words in any direction (horizontal, vertical, diagonal), improving response time for larger puzzle grids. Machine Learning Model Evaluation on Vehicle Fuel Efficiency Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK 2023

● Conducted a machine learning project analyzing the mpg (miles per gallon) dataset to predict vehicle fuel efficiency based on features like displacement, horsepower, and weight

● Preprocessed data by handling missing values and detecting outliers, selected key features based on correlation analysis, and implemented Linear Regression and Random Forest Regressor models

● Visualized model performance through scatter plots of actual vs. predicted values and evaluated model accuracy using Mean Squared Error (MSE)

● Gained experience in data preprocessing, feature selection, model evaluation, and visualization using Python libraries including Seaborn, Scikit-Learn, Matplotlib, and Datasist Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Projects

Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK 2022

● Engineered custom VBA solutions across Microsoft Office applications to automate complex tasks and streamline workflows

● Developed a Conversion Calculator in Microsoft Word, utilizing VBA to create an intuitive, macro-enabled interface with precision unit conversion functionality

● Built an Excel-based sales analytics tool to dynamically identify top performance metrics, enabling rapid data insights through VBA-driven command buttons and advanced data manipulation techniques

● Designed an automated Money Calculator in Word, integrating VBA scripts to handle multi-currency calculations, optimizing financial tasks with enhanced accuracy and ease of use

● Leveraged VBA programming for efficient data handling, error-checking, and user-friendly interfaces, enabling robust functionality in Office applications

● Demonstrated advanced skills in macro-enabled document design, event-driven programming, and data visualization, transforming raw data into actionable insights LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES

High School Involvement:

- Student Council Member: Active participation in student government, contributing to school events and initiatives.

- National Honor Society Member: Demonstrated commitment to academics, leadership, and community service.

- Student President Candidate: Ran for student president, showcasing leadership and communication skills. HONORS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

Summa Cum Laude Graduate: Graduated with honors from Northeastern State University NSU President's Honor Roll: Recognized for academic excellence in computer science courses Top 20 High School Graduate: Ranked among the top 20 students out of 400, consistently achieving high academic performance

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