JIHO KIM
******@****.*** • 619-***-**** • GitHub • LinkedIn • San Diego, CA
EDUCATION
University of California, San Diego Sept 2020 — June 2025 Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Provost Honors in Spring 2023 and Spring 2024 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A proactive developer who simplifies complex problems effectively communicates ideas, and continuously improves through hands-on experience and collaboration. PROJECTS
SSAP WebApp Sept 2024 - Dec 2024
Created a study planning tool for UCSD students, helping them stay focused and organized. Designed a simple, user-friendly interface for authentication, study scheduling, and progress tracking using React, TypeScript, and Firebase.
Implemented automated deployment and testing through GitHub Actions, ensuring fast and reliable updates.
Rating Prediction System Sept 2024 - Dec 2024
Developed a clothing rental rating predictor, improving personalized recommendations using RentTheRunway dataset (150K+ rows).
Applied machine learning models to predict how users would rate clothing based on past reviews, user preferences, and product details.
Cleaned and processed data by handling missing values (23.98% removed) and transforming raw reviews into meaningful insights using text analysis techniques. Improved prediction accuracy significantly by combining user feedback, structured data, and advanced algorithms, making recommendations more relevant and reliable for customers. Daily Circle WebApp Jan 2024 - Mar 2024
Developed key UI components and improved frontend responsiveness using React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Enhanced the user experience by refining design elements in collaboration with the lead developer, ensuring cohesive visuals and intuitive navigation. Applied Agile practices to drive efficient teamwork, prioritize features, and deliver a polished application aligned with user needs.
ACTIVITIES
LikeLion Coding Club Jan 2024 — Present
Participated in a team-based coding program, where small teams (frontend & backend) collaborate on a quarter-long project.
Gained experience in full development workflow, from project ideation to deployment, fostering a deeper understanding of team collaboration.
Developed problem-solving and teamwork skills by working closely with peers in a structured project environment.
SKILLS
Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C++, C, Java, SQL, HTML, CSS Frameworks & Tools: React, Firebase, GitHub, Git, JUnit, Docker Libraries: STL(C++), NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, Surprise Library, Pytorch