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Hi, I'm Russell Chao, a passionate Computer Science student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I enjoy building web applications and contributing to meaningful projects, particularly those that make a difference in fields like healthcare and education. My experience ranges from developing Chrome Extensions for intelligent automation to teaching programming fundamentals to young students. I love collaborating with teams and diving into both front-end and back-end development. Outside of coding, I take pride in mentoring others and enhancing their problem-solving skills. I'm always excited to learn new technologies and take on challenging projects that help me grow professionally and personally.…Hi, I'm Russell Chao, a passionate Computer Science student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I enjoy building web applications and contributing to meaningful projects, particularly those that make a difference in fields like healthcare and education. My experience ranges from developing Chrome Extensions for intelligent automation to teaching programming fundamentals to young students. I love collaborating with teams and diving into both front-end and back-end development. Outside of coding, I take pride in mentoring others and enhancing their problem-solving skills. I'm always excited to learn new technologies and take on challenging projects that help me grow professionally and personally.

Russell Chao

Full Stack Developer, Web Developer, Programmer, +1

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Hi, I'm Russell Chao, a passionate Computer Science student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I enjoy building web applications and contributing to meaningful projects, particularly those that make a difference in fields like healthcare and education. My experience ranges from developing Chrome Extensions for intelligent automation to teaching programming fundamentals to young students. I love collaborating with teams and diving into both front-end and back-end development. Outside of coding, I take pride in mentoring others and enhancing their problem-solving skills. I'm always excited to learn new technologies and take on challenging projects that help me grow professionally and personally.…Hi, I'm Russell Chao, a passionate Computer Science student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I enjoy building web applications and contributing to meaningful projects, particularly those that make a difference in fields like healthcare and education. My experience ranges from developing Chrome Extensions for intelligent automation to teaching programming fundamentals to young students. I love collaborating with teams and diving into both front-end and back-end development. Outside of coding, I take pride in mentoring others and enhancing their problem-solving skills. I'm always excited to learn new technologies and take on challenging projects that help me grow professionally and personally.

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Hi, I’m Russell Chao, a passionate Computer Science student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I enjoy building web applications and contributing to meaningful projects, particularly those that make a difference in fields like healthcare and education. My experience ranges from developing Chrome Extensions for intelligent automation to teaching programming fundamentals to young students.

I love collaborating with teams and diving into both front-end and back-end development. Outside of coding, I take pride in mentoring others and enhancing their problem-solving skills. I’m always excited to learn new technologies and take on challenging projects that help me grow professionally and personally.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Javanese

Advanced

Amharic

Intermediate

Work Experience

Full-Stack Developer Intern at HARP Research, Inc.

August 31, 2025 - July 24, 2025

Assisted in the development of a Chrome Extension for intelligent radiology workflow automation.

Full-Stack Developer Intern at HARP Research, Inc.

August 31, 2025 - July 24, 2025

Assisted in the development of a Chrome Extension aimed at intelligent radiology workflow automation, enhancing healthcare technology through innovative software solutions.

STEM Instructor at Lavner Education

August 31, 2024 - July 24, 2025

Taught students aged 8-14 programming fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms using Python, C++, and Java. Enhanced knowledge retention and problem-solving via coding examples, debugging sessions, and project-based learning. Provided personalized mentorship with 1-on-1 tutoring sessions to boost coding fluency and confidence.

STEM Instructor at Lavner Education

August 31, 2024 - July 24, 2025

Taught students aged 8-14 programming fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms using Python, C++, and Java. Improved students' coding fluency, problem-solving, and application skills through project-based learning and personalized mentorship.

Federal Work-Study at RPI Office Of Student Living and Learning

September 1, 2022 - Present

Resolved student housing issues and inquiries via phone and in-person support. Promoted student well-being by providing resources like temporary keys and coordinated with campus partners.

Federal Work-Study at RPI Office Of Student Living and Learning

September 1, 2022 - Present

Provided front desk support for student housing issues and inquiries, facilitating communication via phone and in-person. Coordinated with campus partners to promote student well-being and manage temporary key distribution.