Benjamin Zhang 609-369-8357 | benjaminzhang121@gmail.com | LinkedIn | Personal Website Education Rutgers University - Honors College New Brunswick, NJ Major in Computer Science, Minor in Asian Studies, Dean’s List (All semesters) Sept. 2022 – Present Skills Languages : Java, Python, JavaScript, C, HTML, CSS Relevant Courses : Data Structures, Computer Architecture, Systems Programming, Software Methodology, Intro to Data Science, Principles of Programming Languages, Design and Analysis of Computer Algorithms, Intro to Artificial Intelligence Experience Cross-Cultural Competency Teaching Assistant Dec. 2022 – Apr. 2023 Rutgers University New Brunswick, NJ • Collaborated with professors to lead a course aimed toward promoting inclusive excellence at the Honors College • Maintained communication between the head of the program and helped to design future curriculum • Managed grading and kept track of attendance True Inclusion Researcher Sept. 2022 – Oct. 2022 Rutgers University New Brunswick, NJ • Collaborated with a research group at Rutgers University Honors College to highlight and promote various heritage months and identities • Managed and updated bulletin boards across the Honors College and surrounding campuses to increase visibility and engagement • Analyzed and reported viewership data by utilizing QR codes on promotional posters Host/Cashier June. 2015 – 2025 Miyako Japanese Sushi and Steakhouse Margate, NJ • Interacted with customers, took orders, and handled money Projects osu!Sheets | API, Google Spreadsheets, Google Apps Script March 2024 - Present • Developed a collection of Google Sheets hosted on GitHub, designed for various player needs • Utilized Google Apps Script and integrated the osu! API to automate the generation and updating of player-specific spreadsheets, enhancing user experience and data accessibility Movie Recommender System | Python, Machine Learning September 2024 – December 2024 • Worked with a group to create a recommendation system to predict movie ratings based on previous user ratings using collaborative filtering • Utilized PyTorch to train the system on the MovieLens32M dataset, extracting users, ratings, and movie tags • The model predicted ratings for unrated movies and generated a top ten recommendation list for each user Pizza Order Android App | Java, Android Studio, HTML September 2024 – December 2024 • Partnered with a classmate to create an Android App through Android Studio that allowed users to select a pre-made pizza or customize one from scratch • Used HTML to create a function UI for users to view available pizza styles, current order, and past orders osu!Discord | Python, Discord, Aiosqlite, Aiohttp October 2024 - November 2024 • Developed a bot integrating osu! API to manage and link user profiles. • Employed SQLite for database management and aiohttp for API requests. Bullet lleH | GML, Adobe Photoshop January 2022 – June 2022 • Developed an infinite, procedurally generated top-down bullet hell game using GameMaker Studio 2, enhancing player engagement through dynamic and unpredictable gameplay • Implemented core game mechanics including player movement with mouse and WASD keys, as well as complex enemy behavior and bullet patterns • Designed and enhanced game assets including characters and environmental elements in Adobe Photoshop, ensuring a cohesive visual style and high-quality graphics for an immersive gaming experience Lawnmower Simulator | GML, Adobe Photoshop March 2022 – June 2022 • Developed an educational game using GameMaker Studio 2 to raise awareness about the harmful effects of NPK fertilizers, combining engaging gameplay with educational content • Designed and implemented interactive dialogue systems, background dynamics, and audio elements, creating an immersive and informative player experience • Created and customized game assets including characters and environmental visuals in Adobe Photoshop, contributing to a visually appealing and cohesive game design