Welcome, I'm David Thissen.

I'm a Data Science Student.

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Name:

David Thissen

Location:

Arlington, Virginia

David Thissen
David Thissen
David Thissen

About Me

Computer Science student at the University of Delaware with a passion for data science and software development. When I'm not coding, you can find me working on projects with the Professional Computing Society or participating in hackathons.

An emerging data scientist and demonstrated self-starter with relevant and practiced technical skills seeking opportunities to tackle challenging research and business growth needs through data processing, analysis, and visualization by engaging and collaborating with motivated and results-seeking professionals.

Leadership & Achievements

Professional Computing Society

President & Founder

Professional Computing Society

September 2023 - Present

Founded and lead a student organization focused on collaborating and building real-world application projects, fostering innovation and hands-on experience among members. Guide teams in developing impactful projects, coordinating brainstorming sessions, and ensuring the successful delivery of solutions addressing real-world challenges.

HenHacks Award

HenHacks 2025 Award Winner

Best Utilization of Gemini API

March 2025

Led the development of Nutrify, an innovative AI-powered nutrition tracking application that won recognition among over 1,000 participants for its creative use of the Gemini API. The project demonstrated exceptional technical implementation and user experience design.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

University of Delaware

2023 - 2027

Technical Expertise

Programming Languages

PythonTypeScriptJavaScriptJavaCC++ASMRHTMLCSS

Development Tools

WebEzNode.jsReactGitSQLFlask

Core Competencies

Data AnalysisSoftware DevelopmentDatabase ManagementVersion ControlData StructuresAlgorithmsDocumentation

Projects

The future depends on what you do today.
- Mahatma Gandhi -
2025

Nutrify

A sophisticated web application built with Flask and Python that helps users track their nutrient intake and achieve their dietary goals. The application leverages the Gemini API for advanced food image analysis, providing users with detailed nutrient information. Key Features: • AI-Powered Food Analysis using Gemini API • User Authentication System • Comprehensive Nutrient Tracking • Interactive Dashboard • Progress Monitoring
Tech Stack: Python, Flask, SQLAlchemy, Gemini API, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, SQLite
Nutrify
2024

MyNews

A modern news aggregation platform that provides users with personalized news feeds based on their interests and reading habits. The application uses machine learning to curate and recommend relevant news articles. Key Features: • Personalized News Feed • AI-Powered Article Recommendations • Category-based News Filtering • User Preferences Management • Real-time News Updates
Tech Stack: React, Node.js, PostgreSQL, TensorFlow.js, News API, Tailwind CSS
MyNews