Computer Science Student · Christchurch

Mia Thompson

Computer Science Student & Aspiring Software Developer

I’m building practical software projects while studying computer science — learning how to turn ideas into usable applications through code, collaboration and continuous experimentation.

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Christchurch, New Zealandmia.thompson@example.com

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About

Learning software development by building real projects.

I’m a computer science student in Christchurch with a growing interest in full-stack development, software engineering and practical problem-solving.

Alongside my university studies, I build personal and team projects that let me apply programming concepts to real interfaces, databases and user workflows.

I’m currently developing my technical foundations while looking for internship and entry-level opportunities where I can learn from experienced developers, contribute to real products and continue growing as a software engineer.

Based inChristchurch, New Zealand

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Selected Projects

Code written beyond the classroom.

Full-Stack Web Application2026

CampusLoop

A responsive web application designed to help university students discover campus events, clubs and activities through one searchable platform.

Designed event browsing, category filtering and saved-event workflows.
Built reusable React components for event cards, navigation and account interfaces.
Created a relational database structure for events, categories and user bookmarks.
Implemented account authentication and basic user-specific functionality.
Tested responsive behaviour across desktop and mobile layouts.

OutcomeBuilt an end-to-end personal project that connected frontend interfaces with authentication and relational application data.

ReactTypeScriptNext.jsPostgreSQLGitCSS

Personal Finance Application2026

PocketPath

A budgeting application concept designed for students to record spending, understand monthly patterns and track progress toward savings goals.

Worked in a three-person student development team.
Helped translate project requirements into application features and development tasks.
Implemented transaction entry and spending-category functionality.
Created summary views showing budget usage and monthly expenditure.
Used Git branches and pull requests to coordinate code contributions.

OutcomeCompleted a collaborative software project demonstrating application structure, database integration and team-based version control.

JavaJavaFXSQLGitGitHubJUnit

Hackathon Prototype2025

StudySync

A rapid prototype for matching students who are taking the same courses and looking for compatible study times.

Developed the prototype as part of a small team during a student hackathon.
Helped define the matching workflow based on course and availability information.
Built frontend views for profiles, groups and study sessions.
Connected interface components to sample application data.
Presented the final prototype and development process to other participants.

OutcomeProduced a working team prototype within a limited development window while gaining experience in rapid collaboration and scope prioritisation.

ReactJavaScriptHTMLCSSGitHubFigma

Computer Science Learning Tool2025

AlgoView

An interactive browser-based tool that visualises common algorithms and data structures to make execution behaviour easier to understand.

Implemented visual demonstrations of sorting algorithms using animated array elements.
Added controls for speed, input size and execution steps.
Displayed basic comparisons between algorithm behaviour and performance.
Structured the application so additional algorithms could be added over time.
Used the project to reinforce university learning around algorithms and computational complexity.

OutcomeTurned theoretical computer science concepts into an interactive project while strengthening frontend programming skills.

JavaScriptReactCSSAlgorithmsData StructuresGit

Technical Skills

A growing software-development toolkit.

Programming

JavaJavaScriptTypeScriptSQLHTMLCSSObject-Oriented Programming

Development

ReactNext.jsPostgreSQLREST APIsGitGitHubTesting & Debugging

Foundations & Collaboration

AlgorithmsData StructuresDatabase DesignProblem SolvingTeam ProjectsTechnical DocumentationAgile Fundamentals

Education

Currently building the computer science foundation.

Expected 2027

Bachelor of Science — Computer Science

University of Canterbury · Christchurch, New Zealand

Current undergraduate study covering software engineering, programming, algorithms, data structures, databases, computer systems and web technologies.

Experience

Study, work and practical collaboration.

University Technology Society2025 — PresentChristchurch, New Zealand

Student Developer Volunteer

Contribute technical and digital support to a student-led technology society while participating in collaborative programming activities.

Help maintain simple web content and digital resources used by the student society.Participate in collaborative coding sessions and peer project reviews.Support student technology events, workshops and project showcases.Work with other students across different levels of programming experience.

University Library2024 — PresentChristchurch, New Zealand

Part-Time Student Assistant

Part-time role supporting students and everyday library operations alongside university study.

Assist students with general enquiries, bookings and access to university resources.Resolve straightforward technology and account-access issues before escalating more complex problems.Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks in a busy student environment.Balance scheduled part-time work with full-time university study and project deadlines.

University Coursework2024 — PresentChristchurch, New Zealand

Computer Science Student

Developing practical software engineering and computer science foundations through individual assignments and collaborative projects.

Build applications using object-oriented programming, web technologies and relational databases.Apply algorithms and data structures to programming assignments and technical exercises.Use Git for version control across individual and collaborative projects.Complete testing, debugging and technical documentation as part of software-development coursework.

Student Highlights

Taking opportunities to build and collaborate.

Student hackathon project

Collaborated with other students to design, build and present a functioning software prototype within a time-limited hackathon environment.

Independent project development

Built personal software projects outside required coursework to strengthen full-stack development and computer science fundamentals.

Learning

Developing skills beyond university coursework.

GitHub Foundations

GitHub · 2026

Introduction to Cloud Computing

IBM Skills Network · 2025

Student Profile

Building foundations for a career in technology.

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Portfolio projects

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Programming technologies

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Expected graduation

Internships & Opportunities

Looking for the next place to learn and contribute.

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