Hello!
I'm David Pham
I am studying Informatics with a focus in Software Engineering at the University of Washington. Passionate about solving interesting problems and building connections wherever I go.
Experience
While at school, I have been able to do both research for the Code and Cognition Lab where I worked on Wordplay and the HCDE Department where I research content moderation using LLMs. Along with that, I have been a teaching assistant for many core software development courses in the iSchool that involve skills with frontend and backend web development. I have also had the privilege to do internships with HP Inc. and FoodCLUB.
Leadership
Outside of academics, I have spent a lot of time taking leadership positions in different clubs. I serve as the President for Valorant @ UW and Mentorship Program Manager for the Software Engineering Career Club. As graduation approaches, I’m looking forward to what’s next.
Skills
Languages
Tools & Technologies
Work Experience
Technical Contributions
Software Engineering Intern
HP Inc.
Developed React components for the HP Workforce Experience Platform and enhanced backend APIs using Java to streamline enterprise workflows.
Software Engineering Intern
FoodCLUB
Built and maintained scalable RESTful API endpoints using Express.js and integrated Amazon DynamoDB for optimized data access and low-latency performance.
Research Assistant
Human Centered Design and Engineering Department
Conducted research on improving content moderation through LLMs by analyzing toxicity in gaming chatrooms using OpenAI GPT-4 and Google Perspective API.
Research Assistant
Code & Cognition Lab
Designed and implemented interactive front-end modules for WordPlay, an educational coding tool, using Svelte, TypeScript, and Firebase to enhance user learning experiences.
Extracurricular Activities
Leadership & Involvement
Teaching Assistant
UW Information School
Supported and led instruction for INFO 201, INFO 340, and INFO 441, covering topics in full-stack web development and data science, while mentoring students on projects and coding best practices.
Study Abroad
Sungkyunkwan University
Participated in a month-long academic exchange focused on the intersection of technology, culture, and society in South Korea, collaborating with local SKKU students.
President
Valorant @ UW
Organized tournaments and community events for 100+ members, fostering competitive play and inclusive culture in the university’s largest gaming club.
Mentorship Program Manager
Software Engineering Career Club (SWECC)
Scaled the Student Mentorship Program (SMP), matching aspiring SWE students with mentors and increasing club engagement and retention.
Volunteer
MathCounts
Served as a grader and proctor for annual MathCounts competitions, supporting local STEM education and middle school math.
Projects
Turning Ideas into Code
Connect 4
Pokedex
