New York, NY · Open to opportunities

Ryan Chen

I build 

CS student at Stony Brook University and grad of Brooklyn Tech. I engineer AI-driven products, full-stack web apps, and data systems — turning complex problems into polished, user-facing experiences.

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Things I've Built

A collection of projects spanning AI, full-stack web, databases, and game development.

Paid Project

Paid Client Project

Pharmacy Database Architect

Architected a PostgreSQL database for a multi-branch NYC pharmacy network. Built a schema enabling secure patient data access across a mobile app and TwilioBot API, with realistic mock data for simulation.

PostgreSQLSQLBashTwilio API

AI-Powered Web App

Pantry Tracker

Responsive web app for tracking pantry inventory with AI-powered recipe suggestions via the Gemini API. Dynamic search, modals for inventory management, and fully mobile-optimized UI.

React.jsJavaScriptMaterial-UIGemini API
🏆 Hackathon Winner

Hackathon Winner

Nue-Trivia

Educational nutrition game with custom sprites and AI-generated questions targeting young audiences. Interactive Q&A gameplay with a point-based reward system.

JavaOpenAI APIGPT-4JFrame

Headstarter AI Fellowship

AI Customer Support

AI-driven customer support chatbot engineered during the Headstarter AI fellowship. Built with Next.js and OpenAI's API, featuring real-time streaming responses.

Next.jsOpenAI APIMaterial-UIReact
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My Journey

From high school internships to fellowships — here's how I've grown as an engineer.

B.S. Computer Science

Stony Brook University

Aug 2025 – May 2029Stony Brook, NY
Expected May 2029
  • Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
  • Focused on algorithms, systems, and AI/ML coursework.

Software Engineering Fellow

Headstarter AI

Jul 2024 – Sept 2024New York, NY
  • Engineered AI-driven products including Pantry Tracker, AI flashcards, and an AI customer support system using Next.js, Material UI, and OpenAI's API.
  • Refined technical communication skills through 5+ mock interviews with mentors and peers.
Next.jsOpenAI APIMaterial-UIReact

Intern (IT & Analytics)

NYCDOE — Division of Instructional & Information Technology

Jul 2024 – Aug 2024Brooklyn, NY
  • Presented key insights to the CIO and executive team, influencing strategic decisions.
  • Analyzed TeachHub usage and surveyed 500+ K-12 students to improve functionality for the largest U.S. school district (912,064 students).
  • Synthesized findings into a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
Data AnalysisStakeholder CommunicationResearch

Project Intern

NYCDOE — Division of Instructional & Information Technology

Apr 2024 – May 2024Brooklyn, NY
  • Standardized official transcript processes across NYC DOE systems by designing detailed UML diagrams and workflow proposals.
  • Documented edge cases and created scenarios to ensure accurate record delivery across departments.
  • Examined student records including transcripts, IEPs, 504s, and PSAL documentation.
UMLSystems DesignDocumentation

Advanced Regents Diploma, Software Engineering

Brooklyn Technical High School

Sep 2021 – Jun 2025Brooklyn, NY
Graduated 2025
  • Specialized track in Software Engineering.
  • Graduated 2025.
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Tech Stack

Languages, frameworks, and tools I use to bring ideas to life.

Languages

JavaKotlinPythonSwiftSQLJavaScriptHTMLCSS

Frameworks

React.jsNext.jsMaterial-UI

Developer Tools

GitVS CodePyCharmIntelliJAndroid StudioXcodeBash

Databases & APIs

PostgreSQLOpenAI APIGemini APITwilio APIEmailJS

Certifications

🔐

Google Cybersecurity

Coursera · Google

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Meta Front-End Developer

Coursera · Meta

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Get In Touch

Whether it's a job, collaboration, or just a hello — my inbox is always open.

Contact Info

Available for opportunities

Open to internships, fellowships, and part-time roles.

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