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I'm a California based Software Engineer, with a Computer Science degree from from UCLA. I'm dedicated to making a positive difference in the world through the things that truly inspire me.

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About me

Hi! I'm Elliot Berdy, a recent computer science graduate from UCLA. My passion lies in building things with code, and I am especially interested in AI, ML, and medicine. I'm not just a tech enthusiast though; I'm also an avid triathlete, nature lover, surfer, and pianist. Whether I'm coding, exploring the outdoors, or engaging with my community, I'm always trying to learn and grow as a person. My diverse experiences have honed my leadership and teamwork skills, and have also contributed to a wide knowledge base. I'm committed to making a positive impact on society and bringing joy and light to the world around me!

  • Education:UCLA
  • Age:23
  • Location:Irvine/San Francisco, CA
  • Employment:Fayble Inc.

Education

Bachelors of Science, Computer Science

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)June 2023

GPA: 3.63
Dean's Honors List: Spring 2020, Fall 2021, Spring 2022
Technical Breadth: Computational Genomics
Relevant Coursework: Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Neural Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Data Structures and Algorithms, Algorithms and Complexity, Cell and Molecular Biology, Physiology and Human Biology, Introduction to Enzymes and Metabolism, General and Organic Chemistry

Work

Software Engineer

Fayble Inc.August 2023 - Present
  • Developing sole means for user-product interaction through interactive voice response (IVR) interface using AWS and Python, enabling users to engage in an interactive and dynamic experience
  • Ensuring project alignment with requirements of product and company through close collaboration with fellow engineers
  • Optimized storage and retrieval of user-related data by configuring DynamoDB as persistence layer, allowing for personalized experience
  • Enabled IVR interface to adapt to changing game scenarios by implementing dynamic entities to support varied and evolving voice response options
  • Designed and implemented user-product interaction flow by creating specialized handlers for product specific actions, including starting the game, making wagers, analyzing past wagers, and managing game states, creating a user friendly and engaging experience
  • Enhanced product’s resilience and facilitated efficient issue resolution through implementing robust logging mechanisms

Student Researcher

UCLA NeurosurgeryNovember 2021 - November 2022
  • Developed MRI modality image classifier with Python and Tensorflow, achieving a 98.9% accuracy by leveraging transfer learning with five state-of-the-art deep learning models
  • Enabled training of machine learning algorithms to assess and quantify paraspinal muscle degeneration by collaborating with multidisciplinary team of researchers and neurosurgeons to manually segment paraspinal muscles in lumbar MRIs
  • Contributed to writing and publishing multiple research papers in prestigious journals, including World Neurosurgery and SPIE Medical Imaging

Research Analyst

AbbVie Inc.August 2020 - December 2020
  • Helped derive meaningful insights in oncological research by producing five dynamic dashboards utilizing Python and the Health Data Platform, showcasing essential patient baseline information and healthcare costs and utilization patterns across diverse diseases and treatment modalities
  • Contributed to the advancement of equitable healthcare practices at AbbVie by utilizing SAS and national databases to measure and analyze diversity within AbbVie’s clinical trials

Outdoor Leadership Summer Program Director

Camp StoneJune 2018 - August 2023

Outdoor Leadership Summer Program Director (2022-23); Division Head/Medic (2021) Counselor (2018-2020)

  • Facilitated growth of 80 10th grade students as individuals and leaders in their communities by designing and running month-long outdoor leadership program with weeklong hiking and canoeing trips and experiential education focused on community and the power of speech
  • Responsible for the health and safety of 90+ campers and staff members and mentored 12 post-high school staff members in conflict resolution, program implementation, and problem solving
  • Served as the head medic during program activities, providing medical care and first aid for a wide range of conditions, from blisters to broken bones, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants during outdoor excursions

EMT

PRNJanuary 2022 - March 2022
  • Cared for patients while transporting via ambulance and administered medical treatment en route to/from hospitals
  • Communicated with medical professionals, patients, and patients’ families to obtain medical histories and identify treatments based on symptoms

Skills

Programming Languages
Python
C++
C
JavaScript
Web Development/Database
HTML/CSS
React.js
Node.js
Postgres
Miscellaneous
Git
Linux
Tensorflow/Pytorch
AWS
GCP
Docker
Non-technical Skills
Leadership
Teamwork
Communication
Hebrew

Check out some of what I do!

I had the privilege of working with, supervising, and mentoring Elliot for several years as he rose in the ranks at Camp Stone. In his final two year at camp, he ran our outward-bound leadership training program for 10th graders comprised of 85 campers and 15 staff members. He is truly remarkable. He is kind, intelligent, thoughtful, patient, and a pleasure to work with. He is confidential and trustworthy and would make an excellent addition to any team. He is the sort of individual that would be successful in any career he chooses to pursue, and any employer would be lucky to have him on their team. One of the things that stands out most about Elliot is his loyalty and therefore his selflessness. I found that he prioritized our needs at camp and his ability to help us over other personal needs and objectives/goals. It is rare and I mean RARE to find individuals in today's society that prioritize the needs of the many over the needs of the few or the one. If you would you like to discuss Elliot further in consideration of future employment, please feel free to contact me."

-- Yakov Fleischmann

Get in touch.

I'd love to connect! Whether it is to discuss a job opportunity, a personal project, or just life, please reach out!