Celeste Qin

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Data Science

University of Wisconsin–Madison | Madison, WI | GPA: 3.6

Relevant coursework: Distributed Systems, HDFS, Kafka, Cloud Development with AWS and GCP

Certification: Google Cybersecurity Certificate, in progress

Experience

Computer Science Peer Mentor

University of Wisconsin–Madison | Madison, WI

  • Tutor students on deploying and using distributed systems for large-dataset analysis, including HDFS, BigQuery, Kafka, and machine-learning training pipelines.
  • Guide students through Docker debugging checklists to distinguish configuration problems from code issues.

Math Tutor

University of Wisconsin–Madison | Madison, WI

  • Tutored more than 400 students in Precalculus and Quantitative Reasoning through one-on-one sessions, small groups, and exam-preparation coaching.

Information Specialist Intern

University of Wisconsin–Madison | Madison, WI

  • Deployed a BitLocker endpoint-encryption pilot using Microsoft Configuration Manager by validating TPM and BIOS prerequisites, organizing pilot device groups, troubleshooting deployment issues, and monitoring compliance.
  • Supported the rollout of encryption controls and documented issues affecting successful deployment, helping reduce endpoint-security risk.
  • Gained exposure to cybersecurity operations through alert review, false-positive handling, and monitoring workflows.
  • Analyzed more than 2,000 archival items for historical and research value and presented recommendations to the Library Board.
  • Provided in-person and remote support, created checklists and runbooks, and produced resource displays and workshops.

Undergraduate Research Assistant — UW BADGER Lab

University of Wisconsin–Madison | Madison, WI

  • Built a repeatable Python pipeline using NumPy and PyTorch to estimate prosthesis forces in an ergonomic model, engineer features, train baseline regressors, and validate results with visualizations.
  • Documented configurations and results for reproducible runs and presented findings to the principal investigator and graduate research team.

DoIT Help Desk Intern

University of Wisconsin–Madison | Madison, WI

  • Built and imaged Windows and macOS endpoints, including workstations for the Morgridge Hall move, and validated accounts, networks, printers, displays, docks, and required software before handoff.
  • Provided operational support through Cherwell, diagnosed root causes, and standardized common fixes, reducing average handling time by approximately 20%.
  • Applied knowledge-base procedures, maintained accurate asset records and labels, and communicated clearly under pressure.

Technical Skills

Programming: Python, Java, SQL

Cloud and data: Google Cloud Platform, BigQuery, HDFS, Kafka

DevOps and systems: Git, GitHub, Docker, CI/CD, Linux, Unix, Windows

Enterprise tools: Microsoft Configuration Manager, Cherwell

Leadership and Volunteer Experience

Co-Chair — WACM

ACM's Women in Computing

  • Organize and facilitate biweekly computer-science social, educational, and outreach events, including scheduling, agendas, and logistics.

STEM Immersion Peer Leader

WISCIENCE

  • Facilitate small-group learning for STEM students, promote belonging, and help students persist in rigorous coursework.

Helper and Observer

Software Carpentry

  • Support learners during live R, Python, and Git lessons, assist with software installation, and review exercises one-on-one.

Cloud Resume Project

This resume is hosted on Google Cloud and deployed through an automated CI/CD pipeline.

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