Hi, I’m Grace!

I’m passionate about building impactful products. I graduated from Western University with a degree in Computer Science. Previously, I interned at Microsoft, Datadog, GoDaddy, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, Scotiabank and Loblaw.

I was recognized as one of the Top 50 MLH Hackers globally, winning 14+ hackathon awards. Alongside projects, I like to build community. As a GitHub Campus Expert and Google Developer Student Club Lead, I grew communities to 1000+ members. I organize events and mentor with organizations that advance social impact, including AnitaB and Women techmakers.

About Me

I’m a product management intern at Microsoft in Redmond, WA. Here are a few technologies and tools I've been working with recently:
  • Python
  • Java
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Javascript
  • Typescript
  • React.js
  • Node.js
  • Express
  • SQL
  • Power BI
  • Microsoft Azure

Experience

Product Manager Intern - Microsoft
¹Sep 2022 - Apr 2023, ²May 2024 - Aug 2024
  • Finance & Compliance¹.
  • Power BI².
Product Manager Intern - Datadog
Jan 2024 - Apr 2024
  • Large Language Model and Machine Learning Observability.
  • Graphing and Data Visualization + Search Experiences.
Software Engineer Intern - Ontario Teachers Pension Plan
Sep 2023 - Dec 2023
  • Enterprise Architecture and Emerging Technologies.
Software Engineer Intern - GoDaddy
May 2023 - Aug 2023
  • Domain Name Auctions UI.
Business Intelligence Engineer Intern - Scotiabank
May 2022 - Aug 2022
  • Trade Operations.
Data Analyst Intern - Loblaw
May 2021 - Aug 2021
  • Specialty Health Network.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Western University
  • Deans Honor List
    • Leadership: Lead - Google Developer Student Club, President - Women in Computer Science Committee, GitHub Campus Expert, Tableau Ambassador and Meal Exchange Ambasador.
  • Extracurriculars: HackWestern Workshop Organizer x3, Ivey Product Society Fellowship, Western Founders Network, Pre-Business Students Network, Women in Tech Society and Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador.
High School
International Baccalaureate Program
  • Activities and societies: Lieutenant Governor’s Community Award - most volunteer hours (1400+ hrs across 20+ community organizations) out of graduating class of 250+ students.
    • President: Eco Club, Social Impact Club, Best Buddies and Art Club
  • Member: Volleyball, Basketball and Badminton Team
Featured

Projects

RippleChat | Google Software Product Sprint
HTML/CSS Javascript Google Cloud Dialogflow
RippleChat | Google Software Product Sprint
Our team built a mental health support chatbot website.
Demo
Robota | 3rd Overall
Figma Product Management UI/UX
Robota | 3rd Overall
Our team built a job-matching platform for displaced civilians.
Demo
Musio | WaffleHacks Best Art & Music
React.js Node.js Express WebRTC CockroachDB
Musio | WaffleHacks Best Art & Music
Our team built a music collaboration platform.
Demo
Eye Assist | SheHacks Architect Better Future Award
Flutter OpenCV Computer Vision UI/UX
Eye Assist | SheHacks Architect Better Future Award
Our team built an assistive technology app integrating OpenCV and eye tracker features.
Demo
Google Cloud Skillsboost Product Review
Product Management User Research Google Cloud
Google Cloud Skillsboost Product Review
I crafted a Product Review Document for improving Google Cloud Skillsboost user engagement and retention.
Blog
Deep Learning Project | RBC Borealis AI
TensorFlow PyTorch Azure Nvidia Keras
Deep Learning Project | RBC Borealis AI
Our team deployed a deep learning model to improve earthquake detection and authored a research paper.
Blog
Care Connect | Best Accessibility Hack
PostgreSQL Express React Node.js
Care Connect | Best Accessibility Hack
Our team built a website that connects users with non-profits and allows user to filter by location, and service.
Demo
Cryptogal | Best Finance Hack
HTML/CSS/JS Python Pandas APIs
Cryptogal | Best Finance Hack
Our team created a live financial analysis dashboard.
Demo
F3stival | Best Domain Name
HTML/CSS/JS DeSo Protocol Gather React
F3stival | Best Domain Name
Our team created a project to conduct concerts in the metaverse.
Demo
Futerview | 3rd Overall & Best Use of Assembly API
HTML/CSS/JS APIs React
Futerview | 3rd Overall & Best Use of Assembly API
Our team created a site to empower marginalized communities through accessible interview prep.
Demo
Moodji | Best Domain Name
Dart Ruby HTML
Moodji | Best Domain Name
Improving Mental Health by empowering individuals to identify emotional patterns and receive mental health tips.
Demo
PinkRibbons | Girls in Tech
Java APIs
PinkRibbons | Girls in Tech
A mobile application that supports breast cancer preventive care and makes it more accessible for women of color.
Demo
SpeechAssist | 2nd Place Overall
HTML/CSS Flutter Tensorflow APIs
SpeechAssist | 2nd Place Overall
Our team created an interpretation app for the visually/hearing impaired.
Demo
Northstar | Hack it together
HTML/CSS/JS Google Cloud React APIs
Northstar | Hack it together
Our team created a site to to help you find your favorite books, movies and music.
Demo
MLH Software Engineering Project
Ruby Jekyll React APIs
MLH Software Engineering Project
Developed portfolio website using Ruby's Jekyll and Netlify for continuous deployment. Built static React app using Open Weather API focusing on UI improvements.
Demo
UNESCO Research Pt.1
Python Data Analysis User Experience Research Public Speaking
UNESCO Research Pt.1
This publication presents findings and recommendations aimed to inform youth-focused policy in the framework of post-COVID recovery.
UNESCO Publication 1
UNESCO Research Pt.2
Python Data Analysis User Experience Research Public Speaking
UNESCO Research Pt.2
Followup research publication to understand youth realities and advance concrete solutions.
UNESCO Publication 2

Achievements

MLH Top 50 Hacker, 14x Hackathon Finalist
Selected out of 150,000 Major League Hacking (MLH) hackers for technical projects and community impact.
Public Speaking
Speaker at Grace Hopper Conference (GHC) 2023, Major League Hacking (MLH) HackCon 2024 - "How to Build a Campus Community", HackWestern (3 times), Maple Hacks (2023), Ivey Hacks (2023) - "Intro to Cloud Computing"
Google Developer Student Club Lead & Advisor
Led technical community of 500+, organized 10+ events on Machine Learning, Cloud, Flutter, and Web Development.
Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers
Recognized as 1 of 15 students from the province for outstanding volunteerism and community impact.
Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award
Awarded to the graduating student (Top 1/250) with exceptional community impact. Completed 1,400+ volunteer hours across 20+ community organizations.
Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Award
Recognized as 1 of 2 students from the province with exceptional contributions to cultural and natural heritage conservation.
Business
Ontario Summer Company Business Entrepreneur, RBC Social Impact Catalyst Program, Top 40 Youth Impact Challenge Finalist, MNP Future Leader Finalist, Breaking Ground Top 8/95 for presenting solution for climate action and sustainable cities, WE Charity Innovator - Plastic Free Fund Recipient, DECA Regional Finalist.
Technical Conferences & Events
GitHub Universe 2023, Google IO 2023-2024, Research @ Google NYC 2024 and Nvidia AI Summit 2024.
Driving Social Change Through Youth Advocacy
Met with the city's mayor, and current provincial lead to discuss the Climate Action Plan. Was a Girls Belong Here Ambassador with Plan International Canada.
National Non-Profit Founder
Founded a global educational non-profit empowering 7K+ youth from diverse backgrounds to pursue leadership, extracurriculars, and experiential learning opportunities. Created website, blog and social media posts reaching 2M youth on social media platforms sharing advice for youth to succeed in their leadership, career and academic pursuits.
Social Impact Initiatives
Lead various intiatives, including sending care packages to YWCA Agvvik in Nunavut, Food Bank and Clothing Donation programs.
Scholarships
Google, Bank of Canada, RSM, Scotiabank Scholarship, York University Alumni Award of Distinction, and Loran Semi-finalist (Top 10% Nationally).
Mentor
Led over 80 mentorship sessions with individuals from Codepath, Taro (YC S22), Womentechmakers, AnitaB.
Arts/Music
City choir (6 years), completed Royal Conservatory of Music RCM Levels 1-10, intermediate theory, played piano for 10 yrs - performed infront of highschool of 1000+ ppl.
Sports
Learned sportmanship and time management as a member of the basketball, volleyball, badminton team.