Tien Pham

Proficient in multiple programming languages, tools, and technologies. Experience in software development, game development, graphic design, and video editing. Demonstrated leadership and teamwork ability.

I am a college junior, ranked in the top 1% of my high school class, with a near-perfect SAT score. I am proficient in multiple programming languages, tools, and technologies, and have experience in software development, game development, graphic design, and video editing. Through the roles I've held, I have demonstrated leadership, teamwork, marketing skills, and the ability to foster an improvement-focused, collaborative environment.

Education

Present – University of California, Berkeley • Major in Cognitive Science, Minor in Computer Science
• Class of 2027
• Completed CS61A, CS61C, and CS70 equivalents
 7/2024–6/2025 – De Anza College • Completed 3 Python courses (up to Advanced), 2 C++ courses (up to Intermediate), Data Abstraction and Structures (Java), and Introduction to x86 Processor Assembly Language (MASM) at De Anza College
 9/2020–6/2024 – California Connections Academy (CalCA) – High School Diploma • GPA: 4.37 (High Honor Roll: 9th-12th grade)
• SAT: 1570 (out of 1600)
• Completed multiple college-level courses, including AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Microeconomics, and AP Macroeconomics
 2021–2024 – Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathway: Games & Simulations @ CalCA • Accepted based on teacher recommendation to a three-year course pathway: Game Design I, Introduction to Computer Science in JavaScript, and Game Design Capstone
• Worked with an industry mentor to design and develop a game from scratch using C# using Unity, including presenting and pitching ideas and providing deliverables throughout the school year through Scrum-based sprint planning, task documentation, and weekly review meetings, culminating in publishing the game (The Facility) on Itch.io Certifications • Fundamentals of MCP - Hugging Face
• AI Agent Fundamentals - Hugging Face
• Prompt Engineering - Vanderbilt University
• Introduction to Generative AI - Google Cloud
• Introduction to Artificial Intelligence - IBM
• Machine Learning with Python - IBM
• Introduction to TensorFlow - Deeplearning.AI
• Miscellaneous XO Platform certifications - Kore.AI
• Certificate of Achievement: Programming in Python - De Anza College

Experience

2025–Present – MiraCosta College – STEM Tutor • Tutor for MATH 150 (Calculus I), BIO 110 (Biology I) CHEM 115 (Chemistry I), CS 138 (Python), CS 111 (Java), CS 150 (C++), CS 113 (Data Structures, Java), and CS 220 (Assembly).
• Recommended by my MATH 150 professor for exceptional academic performance
• Work one-on-one with students to build tailored study strategies, ensure comprehension of complex concepts, and build academic confidence and critical thinking skills
 2024–Present – De Anza College – CIS Teaching Assistant • TA for CIS40, CIS340, CIS41A (Python), CIS22A (C++), and CIS22C (Data Structures, Java)
• Recommended by my CIS41A professor for exceptional academic performance
• Assist students in understanding course materials and advise students based on my own experience taking the aforementioned courses 2024–Present – God-carved – Project Manager, Developer • Founding member of God-carved, a small indie game development team
• Lead developer, responsible for the game’s development in Unity (C#)
• Implemented a task documentation system based on Scrum 2021–2024 – CalCA Centauri Esports Team – Captain, Operations Manager, Marketing Manager • Managed a team of 20+ members and a 5-member content creation team
• Founder of the content creation team and designed the team's content creation workflow
• Created an inclusive and improvement-focused team environment and mentored new team members 2022–2024 – CalCA Academic Decathlon Team – Member • Medaled at Regionals and State competitions
• Gold medalist in Economics and team top scorer at State
• Invited as an alumnus to speak to new members about my experience in Academic Decathlon 2021–2023 – Freelance Graphic Designer and Video Editor • Completed 6 logo / video editing commissions
• Provided advice and critique in 3D modeling and logo design 2021–2023 – Words Alive – Volunteer • Reviewed books for use in literacy programs targeting schools in low-income communities in San Diego
• Recognized for volunteering efforts