Brian Yee

Linguist and Computer Scientist | Driving innovation at the intersection of language, data, and humanity

EDUCATION

University of California, Berkeley — B.A. Linguistics, Minor in Computer Science | May 2023

Relevant Coursework: CS 61A Structure and Interpretation Computer Programs, CS 61B Data Structures,

CS 61C Machine Structures, CS 70 Discrete Mathematics & Probability Theory, CS 161 Computer Security,

CS 164 Programming Languages and Compilers, CS 170 Efficient Algorithms and Intractable Problems,

Ling 100 Introduction to Linguistic Science, Ling 110 Phonetics & Phonology,

Ling 130 Comparative and Historical Linguistics, Ling 115 Morphology, Ling 120 Introduction to Syntax and Semantics,

Ling 187 Writing as Framing, Philos 134 Form and Meaning, Ling C160 Quantitative Methods in Linguistics

Designed and implemented client application for secure file sharing system in Golang, learning language concurrently
Developed design in accordance with design requirements, API, and threat model
Built and tested client application for functionality and security, using Git to facilitate collaboration and version control
Authored and edited final design document, describing and diagramming implementation details

Analyzed C source code for vulnerabilities, using GNU Debugger to inspect program memory and identify exploitable data
Engineered and tested exploits in Python, delivering x86 shellcode to demonstrate privilege escalation vulnerabilities
Authored documentation describing vulnerabilities and explaining structure of exploits

Built ChocoPy compiler from beginning to end, analyzing formal language specification to develop program capable of compiling source files written in ChocoPy (a dialect of Python) source language for RISC-V target architecture
Implemented and tested each phase of compilation, using JFlex and CUP for lexing and parsing, Java for semantic analysis, type checking, and code generation, and Git to facilitate collaboration and version control

Developed graph partitioning solver, adapting known algorithm for the wedding seat problem to generalized form
Surveyed algorithms publications for efficient solutions to graph partitioning problems, identifying possible reductions
Designed and implemented modified versions of DSatur and TabuCol in Python using the NetworkX graphing package

Profiled and optimized code for a convolutional neural network using loop unrolling, SIMD, multithreading
Ported image classifiers to Apache Spark framework for use on cluster of AWS EC2 servers

Designed and developed turn-based, multiplayer game, implementing game logic, AI, TCP networking, text interface
Researched source rules and gameplay, converting requirements into object-oriented Python code

Designed and developed physics-based, multiplayer game, implementing physics & graphics in Lua for TIC-80

Analyze and annotate speech samples, providing natural language descriptions of speech content while using varied language to maximize novelty and minimize repetition, adhering to strict standards of quality, accuracy, and pacing

Annotate and audit machine learning data to refine AI models, adjusting to new project guidelines weekly and learning multiple project guidelines at once
Review and validate labeled datasets for accuracy and consistency in accordance with guidelines and product requirements, performing QA using in-house annotation tooling
Collaborate with team members to identify improvements to the labeling process

Teach core concepts of computer science, supporting professors and course staff as section leader
Lead weekly 50-minute discussion sections, reviewing coding concepts and guiding students through coding challenges
Assist and encourage students throughout duration of course, guiding them through coding and debugging in Python, teaching and demonstrating approaches to problem-solving, helping them navigate course logistics
Author CS tutorials, describing and illustrating concepts using plain-language descriptions alongside example code

Supported refugee students through tutoring and mentorship, addressing gaps in schooling and providing assistance in cultural acclimation
Assessed students’ skill levels and implemented a personalized approach for tutoring in all subjects with an emphasis on math and English/ESL

Planned community service project from start to finish, improving outdoor features at skilled nursing facility
Coordinated with facility staff to determine necessary improvements, and consulted with experienced individuals on best method of implementation
Led a dozen volunteers in implementing improvements, coordinating various tasks while facilitating logistical oversight