Introduction

I gradutated at The University of Melbourne, with a Masters of Engineering in Mechatronics. During my studies, I concurrently took Machine Learning subjects as well. I am interested in anything that invovles automation, most specifically general Machine Learning/Computer Vision and its applications in robotics, control or real life problems. I have experienced with, but not limited to, Computer Vision/Deep Learning model development, modelling websites, game-playing agents, server automation and research that involves ML/data engineering in general.

Throughout numerous experiences, my interests narrowed down into inventing out ideas that can foster good businesses and bring meaningful contributions to the society. That is also why I decided to go back to my home country Vietnam in 2024. I'm starting everything from scratch, and still have a lot to learn.

Besides sitting with the laptop, I also enjoy taking photographs on hiking/stargazing trips (and in the past, mountain biking), or fiddle around with my guitar (and few other instruments). Recently I started boxing as well.

You can have a look at my CV here.

Skills

I am experienced in a wide range of fields and skills relating to robotics engineering and Machine Learning. Specifically, I am technically proficient in:

ROS

Computer Vision

Deep Learning

Reinforcement Learning

Linux

LaTeX

Arduino

MATLAB

Python

Git

C++

C

R

SolidWorks CAD

Haskell/Prolog

HTML/CSS

Bootstrap

MySQL

Flask

Java

C#/Unity/Shader/HLSL

Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom

...and have working experience with (but not limited to):

Golang

Computational Fluid Dynamics

Blender

nek5000

JavaScript

React

Node.JS

Gatsby

GraphQL

Inventor CAD

Anisble

DevOps

CI/CD

Docker

My working skills include:

Responsibility

Research

Idea Initiative

Organizational Leadership

Project Management

Rapid Learning

Problem Solving

Mentoring

Tutoring

Notables that I have worked with:

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Awards

Telstra Capstone Award - Digital Pioneering & Technological Breakthrough

Telstra/The University of Melbourne | 2023

Our year-long capstone project was chosen out of 128 projects to have 'outstanding contributions in pushing the boundaries of technology and spearheading digital innovation'. See 'Works' to have a glimpse at what we did.

Tutor of The Year - Finalist

The University of Melbourne | 2023

Was one of 3 tutors, and the youngest chosen for the university award in 2023. Awarded for endeavor in teaching and student support.

Second Runner-up

Australian Rover Challenge | 2023

Created a rover that performs the tasks of discovering and investigate the moon surface. Competed against other universities from Australia and Europe.

Best Vacation Student Presentation

CSIRO | 2023

Voted as the best presentation across the 2023 Vacation Students cohort of CSIRO Clayton. Topic was about implementation of a markerless motion capture system for ergonomics using deep learning and computer vision.

Runner-up

Australian Rover Challenge | 2022

Created a rover that performs the tasks of discovering and investigate the moon surface. Competed against other Australian universities.

Melbourne Graduate Scholarship

The University of Melbourne | 2022

Was awarded for top students who achieved excellent performance during study at The University of Melbourne

Featured Project

Forbes Under 30 Vietnam | 2022

Was featured for the COVID modelling website, which has created great impact in Vietnam's pandemic forecasting, despite the fact that 2 creators were only 21 years old at the time.

Honoured Contributor

Vietnam Ministry of Health | 2020

Was honoured as one of the participants with the most contribution in the COVID-19 prevention operation by Vietnam Ministry of Health.

Leaders in Community Award

The University of Melbourne | 2020

Awarded for honourable contributions to the society as a University student.

Tetris Blitz - Top 10 World Tournament

EA Games | 2015

Awarded for making into the 4th place of the Tetris Blitz Tournament, a speed-played Tetris game under a limited amount of time.

Work Experience

Ho Chi Minh University of Techonology (ĐH Bách Khoa TP.HCM)

Lecturer | 9/2023 - Present

AK Technologies

Founder | 6/2023 - Present

Something to be announced soon!

Dang Phong Co. Ltd.

Technical Advisor | 3/2024 - Present

Bringing the new technology concepts to merge with the old school methodologies of mechanic production in Vietnam.

CSIRO Data61

Vacation Student / Affiliate / Research Assistant | 11/2022 - 3/2024

Worked with Human Digital Team to develop digital twin through deep learning-based, real-time motion trackers. After 2023 summer, continued as a Capstone Project. For the first time, a joint project and connection between CSIRO and The University of Melbourne was established. 2024 summer, worked as RA to finish the project.

The University of Melbourne

Academic Tutor | 2/2022 - 12/2023

Taught content of Machine Learning (COMP30027), Introduction to Machine Learning (COMP90049), Computer Vision (COMP90086), and its basic implementations in Python libraries.

AllMediaDesk

Software Development Intern | 9/2021 - 5/2022

Managed the code infrastructure (full-stack work and algorithm development) of the product software for a German broadcasting company, and worked with international clients (mostly Europe). Informally, that was fixing bugs day by day.

5F Team - Woolcock Vietnam

Data Analyst | 6/2021 - 9/2021

Worked under Dr.Thu-Anh Nguyen, on modelling COVID-19 situation in Vietnam.

The University of Melbourne

Research Assistant (CFD and Data Engineering) | 12/2020 - 3/2021

Worked under Professor Andrew Ooi, on the topic of Gravitational Current Simulation ("Entrainment and Mixing of Gravity Currents in a Stratified Ambient" - A. Ooi et al., 12th AHMTC, 2021).

Momo (M_Service JSC)

IT Intern | 1/2020 - 2/2020

Trained as a developer in the DevOps team and infrastructure department, and operated the automation of server production. Have also compiled a guide to introductory server learning for later interns.

Education

The University of Melbourne

Master of Engineering - Mechatronics Systems (With Distinction) | 2021 - 2023

The University of Melbourne

Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Systems | 2018 - 2021

Trinity College - The University of Melbourne

FS August Main 2017 | 2017 - 2018

HSG - Vietnam National University (Phổ Thông Năng Khiếu)

Advanced Mathematics (Chuyên Toán) | 2015 - 2017

Volunteering

UniMelb Rover Team

Technician | 4/2020 - Present

In chare of the programming sector for Science Payload team - the main operation heart of the Rover, for Australian Rover Challenge

Vietnam Ministry of Health (Bộ Y Tế)

Data Engineer/Data Analyst | 3/2020 - 5/2020

Worked on Vietnam Ministry of Health's COVID-19 Prevention Project, predicting possible spread and clusters of virus infection in Vietnam, under the supervision of Dr.Anh-Duc Ha (VNMoH) and Dr.Thu-Anh Nguyen (The University of Sydney).

International Vietnamese Students at The University of Melbourne (IVSUM)

Media Officer | 9/2019 - 5/2019

In chare of the committee's overall media content and creative ideas. Also coordinated volunteers in specific club events.

PTNK Photography Club

Founder & President | 8/2016 - 2/2019

Initiated and led in constructing a photography society for HSG (my high school) students to share and gain experience together, via hosting instruction workshops, work events and photowalks.

Maze Vietnam

Head of Content | 10/2016 - 8/2018

In charge of the content team, as well as the member network in Southern Vietnam, and provided media contents for the website via blog posts and trip albums.

SUGAR - Tokyo University Culture Exchange Program

Host Team Leader | 5/2017 - 7/2017

Coordinated and supervised a group of high school students to organise the summer break culture exchange program for Tokyo University students, which invovled city tours, traditional game hosting, and orphanage charity visits.

Viet Children's Aegis

Hosting Volunteer | 5/2016 - 8/2016

Hosted a series of busking events and charity sales to raise fund for Francis Shelter in Dong Nai, Vietnam. The total fund raised was up to $4000.

Other volunteer works

Mentor, Photographer | 2015 - 2017

Photographer: VietAbroader, Just Media; Mentor: PTNK Harmonica Club, PTNK Guitar Club.

Other works

Freelance Tutor

2018-2019

Tutored TCFS students Maths 1 and 2 (Equivalent VCE Math Methods 1/2 & 3/4).

Crafter & Seller

2016-2017

Collected excessive table tennis rubber pieces and hand-crafted them into rubber products that can bring high quality at a cheaper price. This recycle idea has received positive reviews as a solution of material reusage.