Computer Science Portfolio
E-mail: katiehutc@gmail.com or ehe9vz@virginia.edu
My interests: full-stack, web/app development, data engineering
About me:Third-year at the University of Virginia studying Computer Science with a minor in Data Science.
Experience
๑ Software Engineer Intern ๑
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions | Aiken, SC
May 2025 - July 2025
During my internship, I developed interactive virtual reality (VR) applications for the Meta Quest 3 using Unity to enhance operational efficiency, reduce errors, and improve performance in simulation environments. I automated Unity prefab scripting in C#, streamlining asset management and reducing development time by an estimated 60–70% for large-scale projects. I also designed a VR training project focused on improving motor skill coordination through immersive interaction and applied Agile methodologies—including weekly sprints and daily stand-ups—to ensure iterative progress and cross-functional collaboration.
๑ Workshops Team Lead ๑
Women in Computing Sciences | University of Virginia
August 2024 - March 2025
I led a team of five to design and manage workshops for the annual WiCS hackathon with 200+ participants. Additionally, I coordinated with judges and sponsors to ensure event quality and logistics. My favorite part of this position was meeting with my committee memebers every week. Bonding over our classes was the best part!
Projects
๑ VR Simulation ๑
Internship Project
For my software engineering internship, I used Unity C# to create simulations on the Meta Quest 3. One was a point-dose radiation simulator to test the safety of radialogical materials based on distance. The other was a motor-skill coordination sorting simulator for training people in virtual environments.
๑ Course Reviews ๑
Class Project
Created a JavaFX/FXML application with JDBC to manage a relational database of UVA course reviews, including user authentication, course management, and secure review submissions using private keys. Integrated version control through GitHub to collaborate effectively with team members. Ensured code consistency and minimized integration errors throughout the development process.
๑ Campin' Cookin' ๑
Hackathon Project
Developed a React Native app with a Node.js backend using the Gemini API to generate three personalized camping recipes with nutritional details and step-by-step instructions. Designed and implemented custom graphics and pixel animations, blending technical programming with artistic design. Optimized the Gemini AI prompts to provide relevant results across multiple categories with accurate nutritional information.
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