Lee Jia Quan, BennyBenny

I'm a Software Engineer who values

passion & curiousity
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Current Status

Intern

at Synapxe

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Work Experience

1 year

in cybertech

Current GPA

4.46

NUS Computer Science

Projects

3

Completed Projects

Deployments

1

Successful Deployment

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Lee Jia Quan, Benny

Full-stack Engineer

ID Number

1337-5T4C-K9001

Resume

Projects

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ReactNode.jsDockerAWSTerraformRedisFirebaseSocket.IOTypeScriptPython

A real-time technical interview prep platform that matches peers by topic and difficulty, launches shared coding sessions, and preserves per-user session history. It was also designed for scalable cloud deployment, with load-balanced AWS infrastructure provisioned through Terraform as Infrastructure as Code. That deployment has since been torn down because grading for NUS CS3219 had concluded.

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ReactViteTypeScriptFastifyOpenAPIFirebase

A conservation operations platform built to support the Raffles' Banded Langur Citizen Science Programme, covering volunteer onboarding, training-gated survey signup, trail execution, and wildlife sighting reporting. The project also involved requirement analysis through close stakeholder collaboration with Dr. Andie Ang. Its React SPA supports low-connectivity field use with offline draft and media sync, while a single Fastify backend enforces RBAC and keeps the frontend contract-safe through generated OpenAPI clients.

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PythonFlaskReactTypeScript

A browser-based chess interface backed by iterative chess bot versions exposed through a Flask API. The standalone chess-flask repository powers the move generation logic, while this repo hosts the UI used to test and play against each bot version. The project followed an iterative build approach inspired by Sebastian Lague's Coding Adventure: Chess, starting from legal move generation and basic search, then improving successive versions with stronger evaluation and search heuristics.

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ReactNode.jsDockerAWSTerraformRedisFirebaseSocket.IOTypeScriptPython

A real-time technical interview prep platform that matches peers by topic and difficulty, launches shared coding sessions, and preserves per-user session history. It was also designed for scalable cloud deployment, with load-balanced AWS infrastructure provisioned through Terraform as Infrastructure as Code. That deployment has since been torn down because grading for NUS CS3219 had concluded.

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Full-Stack Project

Peer Prep

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Peer Prep
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Full-Stack Project

Raffles Go

Raffles Go
Raffles Go
Raffles Go
Raffles Go

Backend Project

Chess Flask

Chess Flask
Chess Flask
Chess Flask
Chess Flask

Skills & Technologies

Languages

Highlights the core programming foundations behind day-to-day building, from application logic and backend work to systems thinking, technical problem solving, and lower-level implementation.

TypeScriptJavaScriptPythonSQL / PostgresC / C++ / C#VHDLR

Frameworks

Covers the application-layer tools used to shape interfaces, structure products, and connect frontend experiences with backend services, real-time features, and interactive systems.

ReactNode.jsFastifyFlaskFastAPISocket.IOOpenAPIUnity

Developer Tools

Focuses on the workflow and delivery layer: the tools that support building reliably, collaborating cleanly, managing environments, and moving projects from development into deployment.

GitDockerAWSTerraformFirebaseRedisViteVS CodeAndroid StudioIntelliJ IDEAEclipseFigma

Libraries

Highlights the reusable building blocks used for data work, experimentation, frontend styling, and implementation speed when a project benefits from established patterns instead of custom reinvention.

Tailwind CSSpandasNumPyPyTorchScikit-learnReactBits

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Covers the broader artificial intelligence and machine learning ideas explored across search, decision-making, prediction, pattern discovery, and neural-network-based problem solving.

MiniMaxRegressionSVMClusteringConvolutional Neural Network (CNN)Recurrent Neural Network (RNN)

Data Structures & Algorithms

Highlights the problem-solving fundamentals behind efficient software, with emphasis on organizing data well, reasoning about performance, and choosing the right approach for optimization-heavy tasks.

Linked ListsStacks & QueuesBST & AVLHeapsHash MapsGraphsSingle-Source Shortest Path (SSSP)Recursion & Dynamic ProgrammingSorting & SearchingGreedy Algorithms

Languages

Languages
Languages
Languages
Languages

Frameworks

Frameworks
Frameworks
Frameworks
Frameworks

Dev Tools

Dev Tools
Dev Tools
Dev Tools
Dev Tools

Libraries

Libraries
Libraries
Libraries
Libraries

AI & ML

AI & ML
AI & ML
AI & ML
AI & ML

DS & Algo

DS & Algo
DS & Algo
DS & Algo
DS & Algo

Languages

Highlights the core programming foundations behind day-to-day building, from application logic and backend work to systems thinking, technical problem solving, and lower-level implementation.

TypeScriptJavaScriptPythonSQL / PostgresC / C++ / C#VHDLR

Timeline

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Ongoing (2024 - 2027)

B.Comp in Computer Science

National University of Singapore (NUS)

Education

Course transferred to Computer Science in pursuit of becoming a SWE.

Continuation as Teaching Assistant for CS2040C since AY2024/25 Semester 1.

Distinction in CS3235.

Current GPA: 4.46.

2023 - 2024

B.Comp in Information Security

National University of Singapore (NUS)

Education

Teaching Assistant for CS2040C for AY2023/24 Semester 2.

Distinction in CS2107.

2021

Part-time Software Engineer

DSO National Laboratories

Work ExperienceExperience

Developed a web app for use by DSO to maximize workflow efficiency.

Skills involved: PhpMyAdmin, AMPPS, Flask.

2021

Singapore Polytechnic Internship Program

DSO National Laboratories

Work ExperienceExperience

R&D of commonly used Key Derivation Functions (KDFs) on an FPGA using VHDL.

Skills involved: Cryptography, VHDL, FPGA.

2020

Manager, Talent Development Team

Cyber Youth Singapore (CYS)

Work ExperienceExperience

Volunteered on the Talent Development Team to create and organize opportunities for youths exploring the cybersecurity sector.

2020

CDDC 2020 CTF, 36th place

Cyber Defenders Discovery Camp (CDDC)

Competition

Placed 36th out of 237 participating teams in the CDDC 2020 CTF organized by DSTA.

2020

Gryphons CTF 2020, 2nd place

Singapore Polytechnic Gryphons

Competition

Placed 2nd out of 41 teams in the Gryphons CTF 2020 event.

2018 - 2021

Diploma in Infocomm Security Management

Singapore Polytechnic

Education

Club activity: SP Photography and SP Inline Skating.

Distinction in Web Client Development, Programming in Python and C, Database Management Systems, and Social Innovation Project.

Cumulative GPA: 3.696.

2017

Polytechnic Foundation Program (PFP)

Singapore Polytechnic

Education

Entered PFP after strong GCE "N"-Level results, in place of taking the GCE "O"-Level Examination.

2013 - 2016

GCE "N"-Level Examination

Greenridge Secondary School

Education

Club activity: GSS Chinese Orchestra.

Results: EMB3 of 6.

Testimonials

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Gaanesh

3-June-2024

NUS Information Security since 2023/24

I have had the pleasure of working with Benny since the start of our undergraduate degree at NUS. His attention to detail and meticulousness surpasses anyone else I've encountered in school. When Benny sets his mind on accomplishing a task, he does it and he does it well. A naive solution isn't enough for him; he aims to optimize everything. His passion for data structures and artificial intelligence is evident in the projects he has completed. Moreover, Benny cares for the people around him and aims to make them better. He is an excellent teacher who shares his passion for the subject with his peers. During group projects, Benny takes charge and knows how to delegate the workload to fit the strengths of his teammates. He has consistently demonstrated his leadership skills throughout the time I've known him, and I can wholeheartedly say he is one of the nicest people I've ever met!

@gaanesht
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Jason

30-May-2024

CSIT Undergraduate Scholar

NUS Information Security since 2023/24

Benny is a standout individual with an insatiable hunger for knowledge and an unwavering drive. In the year we've worked together, I've seen his proactive approach to learning and dedication to mastering new skills. He enthusiastically tackles every challenge, consistently putting forth his best effort and delivering exceptional results. Benny's collaborative nature and positive attitude make him a pleasure to work with, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

@jasonkkf

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