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"Design is where science and art break even." - Robin Mathew

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Alison Ye

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3rd Year Computer Science Major with a Concentration in AI

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Northeastern University, Boston

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About Me

I am a driven third-year computer science student at Northeastern University, specializing in Artificial Intelligence with a strong interest in full-stack development and user-centered design. I am passionate about building software systems that are both technically robust and accessible, particularly tools that support underrepresented communities and cultural preservation efforts.

Through my work with the Digital Archive of Indigenous Language Persistence (DAILP), I have contributed to the development and expansion of a full-stack archival platform used by researchers and partner institutions. I have built features across the stack, including React and TypeScript interfaces for metadata editing, as well as backend data handling and database query optimization for structured archival content. I have also worked on improving usability and accessibility, iterating on interface design in collaboration with developers and stakeholders.

Throughout my academic journey, I have developed a strong problem-solving mindset, which I apply to both independent projects and team-based software development. I value building systems that are not only functional, but also intuitive and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for a diverse range of users.

In addition to my technical work, I am the Head of Social Media for ACM @ Northeastern, where I manage branding and social media strategy. My experiences across engineering, design, and leadership reflect my goal of building meaningful, user-centered technology with real-world impact.

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Skills

Programming

React85%
TypeScript80%
Python80%
Java75%
SQL70%
Rust65%

Design

User Experience (UX) Design70%
Usability Testing65%
Web Accessibility50%
Figma50%

Soft Skills

Team Collaboration90%
Project Management90%
Analytical Thinking75%
Attention to Detail80%
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Experiences

Digital Archive of Indigenous Language Persistence (DAILP)

Research Assistant

January 2026 - Present

I am contributing to the expansion of the DAILP platform to support external partners, enabling institutions such as Western Carolina University to use the platform’s infrastructure to host and manage their own document collections. I redesigned the website homepage and implemented new UI components using React and TypeScript to improve usability and accessibility. I also my presented system architecture decisions and editing workflows from my metadata display and editing implementation at the CDS Student Showcase.

Digital Archive of Indigenous Language Persistence (DAILP)

Software Developer Co-op

July 2025 - December 2025

During my co-op, I developed full-stack features for managing archival metadata by building and optimizing database queries using Rust and SQL. I implemented archival-standard, interactive user interfaces with React and TypeScript for displaying and editing metadata, improving the usability of document management workflows. I collaborated closely with stakeholders and developers, iterating on product design in Figma to align technical implementation with user and organizational needs.

RISE Together

Student Mentor

June 2025 - September 2025

I mentored first-generation students through the college application process by helping them build balanced college lists based on academic goals, financial considerations, and location preferences. I provided detailed feedback on personal statement drafts, focusing on clarity, narrative structure, and effective storytelling. I also supported students in managing application timelines by coordinating early action and scholarship deadlines and helping them stay organized throughout the admissions process.

We Send Hope

Co-Founder

May 2021 - September 2022

I co-founded an organization at my high school aimed at supporting individuals experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic. I helped organize our fundraiser to raise money so we would assemble and distribute 30+ care packages containing basic toiletries, rain ponchos, compressed towels, and other essentials. I also created the website (via Wix.com) and promotional material for our fundraiser.

MatchingDonors

Graphic Design Intern

December 2020 - April 2021

I designed and presented gift concepts for donors with MatchingDonors, a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting patients in need of organ transplants with living donors. I also created promotional materials for social media and updated the organization's WordPress website by refreshing content.

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Projects

Redesgined DAILP header

DAILP Homepage Redesign

Research AssistantJanuary 2026 - Present

I redesigned the DAILP website homepage by iterating on Figma designs and implementing them in code. I developed reusable UI components using React and TypeScript, improving layout structure, maintainability, and user experience. I continuously refined the design through feedback, ensuring alignment between UX decisions and frontend implementation.

Metadata editing interface for digital archival documents

Metadata Editing and Display

Software Developer Co-opJuly 2025 - December 2025

I worked as a full-stack developer on the DAILP platform, building and improving features for managing archival metadata across both frontend and backend systems. I implemented backend data models and database queries using SQL and Rust to support structured metadata such as keywords, formats, and other document attributes. On the frontend, I developed interactive interfaces using React and TypeScript for displaying and editing metadata, improving usability for contributors. I collaborated closely with stakeholders and other developers throughout the design process, iterating on UI and workflow decisions in Figma to ensure alignment between user needs and technical implementation.

Database schema design for black sea bass analysis

Black Sea Bass Range Shift Analysis

Team MemberOctober 2024 - November 2024

I collaborated with a team of students to analyze ecological changes in black sea bass populations driven by climate-induced range shifts. I helped design and implement a relational MySQL database to structure biological and environmental data, including attributes such as fish length, weight, and geographic catch location. I contributed to defining relationships between entities to enable efficient querying and analysis of population trends. I also applied normalization techniques and integrity constraints to ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability of the dataset used for ecological analysis. Our work was later used by the Gatins Lab to support ongoing marine biology research.

Graph predicting 2026 Medicaid spending received by top pharmaceutical companies

Medicaid Drug Spending Analysis

Team MemberJanuary 2025 - April 2025

An analysis of Medicaid drug spending from 2018 to 2022 using Python. I read in the dataset using the CMS API. In my role, I grouped and filtered the dataset to identify the top 5 pharmaceutical companies by Medicaid spending received in 2022. To forecast future trends, I applied a simple linear regression model to predict Medicaid spending from 2025 to 2026. I visualized these insights using Seaborn, Plotly, and Matplotlib to clearly communicate patterns and projections.

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My Coding Playlist

Some of the songs I like to listen to while coding and working on projects!