Michaela Foo
B.Sc Candidate at Simon Fraser University
About Me
I'm Michaela, a 23-year-old pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Simon Fraser University. Outside of my academic life, I’m actively involved in a nonprofit organization that rescues dogs from shelters in California. When I’m not volunteering, you’ll likely find me playing volleyball with friends or getting lost in a good book.
Currently, I work at the SFU IT Center as an IT Service Desk and Audio-Visual Technician, where I support students and faculty with a wide range of technical issues. This role allows me to combine my technical knowledge with strong communication skills, ensuring that IT challenges are resolved efficiently and with excellent customer service.
Feel free to explore this website to learn more about my experience, projects, and passions.
Technical Projects
Travel Companion Hub
- Designed and implemented a full-stack web application using React.js, CSS, and Java, integrating APIs for real-time data retrieval.
- Utilized browser developer tools, logging frameworks, and error tracking systems to diagnose root causes, improving frontend-backend data handling.
- Emphasized system scalability and maintainability, balancing user needs with technical constraints.
Classification Machine Learning
- Built and evaluated Perceptron, MIRA, and Naïve Bayes classifiers for handwritten digit classification tasks.
- Tuned training iterations and feature extraction strategies to improve validation accuracy and generalization on test data.
Vacuum Search Robot Agent
- Designed an agent to adapt its strategy to "dirty" room targets in a 2D grid environment that updates dynamically after each "clean".
- Developed script to visualize the agent's path, allowing step-by-step and auto-run mode using delay-based animation.
Analyze Canadian Grocery Price Trends
- Extracted and visualized data using SQL and Python to identify geographic and demographic pricing patterns.
- Optimized query performance and handled large datasets to ensure data integrity and maintainable workflows.
Technical Experiences
IT Service Desk and Audio Visual Technician
Simon Fraser University; Provided technical support and troubleshooting for IT services and audio-visual equipment across campus environments.
Apr 2023 - Present
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QA/Expository Testing
Conquer Experience; Conducted software testing and reported bugs to ensure product quality, functionality, and reliability prior to release.
Jun 2020 - Dec 2022 · 2 yrs 7 mos
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Harbour Air Ambassador
Grey Line West Coast Sightseeing; Assisted customers and processed ticket sales for transportation and entertainment services.
Aug 2018 - Sep 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos
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Intern
App Camp for Girls; Instructed middle school students in application development, guiding them through the fundamentals of programming and software design.
Jul 2016 - Aug 2016 · 2 mos
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Volunteer Foster
Barney's Furry Friends; Provided temporary care and rehabilitation for rescue dogs from California shelters, supporting their transition to permanent homes.
Jul 2023 - Present
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Social Media Manager
SFU Volleyball Club; Managed social media presence and coordinated content creation to enhance engagement and promote team events.
Mar 2022 - Sept 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos
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STEM Tutor – App Development
Code Initiative; Tutored students in application development using Python and Java.
Jan 2022 - July 2022 · 7 mos
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Co-Founder, Toted
SFU Bright Idea Program; Created eco-friendly, upcycled bubble tea holders and tote bags.
Jan 2020 - May 2020 · 5 mos
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