I’m Kindya Mercy, a Computer Science student at the University of Leicester with a passion for turning ideas into accessible software. I enjoy building both frontend and backend solutions, especially where design meets usability and performance. I’m always eager to learn new technologies and collaborate with others to ship useful tools. Through hackathons and hands-on projects, I’ve created dashboards, user interfaces, and data-driven apps that solve real problems. I value teamwork, clear communication, and iterating on feedback to deliver robust software that people actually enjoy using.

Kindya Mercy

I’m Kindya Mercy, a Computer Science student at the University of Leicester with a passion for turning ideas into accessible software. I enjoy building both frontend and backend solutions, especially where design meets usability and performance. I’m always eager to learn new technologies and collaborate with others to ship useful tools. Through hackathons and hands-on projects, I’ve created dashboards, user interfaces, and data-driven apps that solve real problems. I value teamwork, clear communication, and iterating on feedback to deliver robust software that people actually enjoy using.

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I’m Kindya Mercy, a Computer Science student at the University of Leicester with a passion for turning ideas into accessible software. I enjoy building both frontend and backend solutions, especially where design meets usability and performance. I’m always eager to learn new technologies and collaborate with others to ship useful tools.

Through hackathons and hands-on projects, I’ve created dashboards, user interfaces, and data-driven apps that solve real problems. I value teamwork, clear communication, and iterating on feedback to deliver robust software that people actually enjoy using.

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Language

Javanese
Advanced

Work Experience

Frontend Developer (Hackathon) at IBM Women in Tech Hackathon
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Led frontend development of a web-based Sanitary Pad Locator, improving menstrual health access for women. Designed an intuitive UI using HTML and CSS, optimized for mobile and accessibility. Conducted user interviews and surveys with 20+ participants to tailor feature design. Secured 1st place out of 50+ teams based on innovation, impact, and technical execution.
Backend Developer (Hackathon) at Encode AI Hackathon
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Engineered backend logic for a Reinforcement Learning Swarm Dashboard visualizing agent behaviour and rewards in real time. Processed RL environment data using Python; visualized insights with Matplotlib. Deployed API endpoints to integrate backend data with the frontend interface.
Spring Insight Programme Participant at Jaguar Land Rover
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Gained exposure to engineering innovation, sustainability practices, and the automotive tech pipeline. Participated in workshops on digital transformation and future mobility.
Software Engineering Virtual Experience at Electronic Arts (EA) – Forage
October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Implemented a C++ fix to improve inventory system logic for in-game data consistency. Designed UML class diagrams and header files outlining object relationships. Applied OOP and software architecture principles to simulate real-world EA workflows.
Lab Demonstrator at University of Leicester
September 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
Assisted students during Computer Architecture lab sessions, supporting them with practical exercises and troubleshooting. Provided one-on-one guidance in hardware-level concepts and assembly simulations. Reinforced lecture material through applied demonstrations and peer learning.
Lab Demonstrator at University of Leicester
September 1, 2025 - November 7, 2025
Assisted students during Computer Architecture lab sessions, supported practical exercises and troubleshooting. Provided one-on-one guidance in hardware-level concepts and assembly simulations, and reinforced lecture material through applied demonstrations and peer learning.
Frontend Developer at IBM Women in Tech Hackathon
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Led frontend development of a web-based Sanitary Pad Locator, designing an intuitive UI with HTML and CSS and optimizing for mobile accessibility. Conducted user interviews with 20+ participants to tailor features and improved overall usability; secured 1st place out of 50+ teams for innovation and execution.
Backend Developer at Encode AI Hackathon
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Engineered backend logic for a Reinforcement Learning Swarm Dashboard, processing environment data with Python and visualizing insights with Matplotlib. Developed API endpoints to connect backend data with the frontend.
Engineering Intern at Jaguar Land Rover
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Spring Insight Programme participant exposed to engineering innovation, sustainability practices, and the automotive tech pipeline. Engaged in workshops on digital transformation and future mobility.
Software Engineering Virtual Experience at Electronic Arts (Forage)
October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Implemented a C++ fix to improve inventory system logic, designed UML class diagrams, and applied OOP and software architecture principles to simulate real-world EA workflows.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at University of Leicester
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2028
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at University of Leicester
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2028

Qualifications

Coursework Distinction – Algorithms and Data Structures
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Coursework Distinction – Discrete Mathematics
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Coursework Distinction – Computer Architecture
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Coursework Distinction – Foundations of Computation
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services