About
Hi, I’m Pauline Cha, a 2024 Davidson College graduate with a deep love for building thoughtful, impactful software. This portfolio reflects not just my technical journey, but also my values—as a Christian and a coder—committed to creating with integrity, purpose, and compassion. Thanks for visiting.
Hours to Outcome
After hundreds of hours invested in intensive coursework, hands-on assignments, and collaborative projects—both in academic environments and internships—I have cultivated strong practical skills and deep expertise. This dedication has led to the successful completion of multiple projects and contributed to research papers linked below. These achievements showcase how focused effort combined with real-world application can drive impactful results. Thank you for taking the time to explore my work!
Computer Science Hours
for Honors Major
Digital Studies Hours
for Minor
Publications
Advancing VR Research
Web Projects
Resume
Contact
Pauline Cha
- Lexington Park, MD
- (301) 520-1701
- paulinewcha@gmail.com
Education
Bachelor of Science; Computer Science
High Honors (Cum Laude)
2020 - 2024
Davidson College, Davidson, NC
Relevant Coursework: Discrete Structures, Data Structures, Computer Organization, Computer Graphics, Analysis of Algorithms, Critical Website Design, Art for Game
Work Experience
Software Engineer Intern
September 2025 - Present
Peak Performance Solutions -- Hollywood, MD
- Developed in Python using FastAPI and Pydantic to integrate and serve large language models, ensuring robust prompt handling, data validation, and structured output delivery
Student Researcher
January 2023 - May 2024
Davidson College DRIVE Research Lab -- Davidson, NC
- Coordinated user testing for a VR application, executing detailed test procedures, collecting data, and documenting results that contributed to published research
- Developed a cross-platform VR application using C# and Unity for educational research
- Supported published research with significant findings in VR education, leading to expansion across multiple colleges
Software Development Intern – API Integration
October 2023 - December 2023
Startup Collaboration Program (Gig-Hub), Davidson, NC
- Learned company codebase and studied API documentation to deliver code during a 3-month freelance project
- Collaborated closely with the startup team to understand technical requirements and deliver functional integrations on a short timeline
- Gained hands-on experience in real-world software development and agile practices
Teaching Assistant
January 2023 - September 2023
Davidson College Computer Science Department, Davidson, NC
- Taught Java basics to beginners, helping students master key concepts and ensuring 100% course pass rate
- Mentored 10+ students who continued pursuing a computer science degree after instruction
- Debugged and reviewed student code across multiple projects within limited office hours
Software Developer Intern
May 2022 - August 2022
Kodexa, Charlotte, NC
- Coded and debugged data extraction automation software tailored for clientele, enhancing data accuracy up to 98%
- Performed regression testing on 400+ data points to validate code improvements and development efficiency
- Maintained clear communication to ensure alignment on project status and deliverables as a remote collaborator
Skills
Java, CSS, Markdown, LaTeXFluent
HTML, CSS, Markdown, LaTeXFluent
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Figma Fluent
Git, Rest, JSONFluent
Skills Extended
Database Management
Developed a prototype application using the Spotify API, integrating it with a MySQL database through custom queries and backend logic.
Communication
I've collaborated with several teams across different projects and am currently working with a remote development team, where clear and consistent communication is essential for staying aligned and delivering results.
Teamwork
I’ve embraced Agile teamwork by conducting regular check-ins to track progress, collaboratively prioritizing and planning next steps, and delegating tasks alongside a coding partner to drive efficient and iterative project development.
Time Management
Balancing multiple jobs and projects has strengthened my time management skills, helping me prioritize tasks effectively, stay organized under pressure, and consistently meet deadlines while maintaining quality work.
