Hi, I'm David.

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NYU Student. Quantum Computing & AI & Crypto Strategist. Lifelong passion for learning.

Nice to meet you!

I'm David, a fourth-year Computer Science student at New York University, on a journey to be involved in Crypto & AI industries with a fervent desire to craft meaningful solutions.

My relentless pursuit of excellence fuels my passion for tackling complex challenges and crafting innovative answers. I'm in a constant state of project-driven inspiration.

Outside of project managing, you'll spot me exploring the culinary world, seeking delightful new flavors, or hitting the gym and bouldering to maintain a balanced lifestyle.

About me

My Experiences

AI Software Engineer Intern @VitallyAI

May 2023 - Sep 2023

  • Defined and deployed 4 Low-Rank Adaptation (LoRA) models utilizing X/Y/Z-plot analysis and ControlNet to bolster

    infrastructure, significantly boosting operational efficiency and 33% AI prediction accuracy.

  • Co-authored a comprehensive technical manual on AI-driven image manipulation with CPO, establishing new

    company standards for model replication in Stable Diffusion and integration in the corporate AI framework.

Skills: JupyterLab, PyTorch, Stable Diffusion, MidJourney, Linux, Python

  • Spearheaded Machine Learning Algorithmic Models to analyze production data, leading to a 20% increase in efficiency

    and a reduction of waste by 15%, saving the company $1M annually.

  • Championed comprehensive due diligence on a top 5 AI Open-Source focused GPT platform; analyzed US and APAC

    market niche, competitive landscape, and consulted with stakeholders to optimize AI algorithms.

AI Software Engineer @NTX

May 2024 - Sep 2024

Skills: VueJS, TypeScript, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Vite, Linux

Software Engineer Intern @OSENSE

June 2022 - September 2022

  • Pioneered the integration of PoseNet with a Vision-Based Positioning System in collaboration with the CTO, resulting

    in a 40% increase in 3D model accuracy in dynamic environments. Merged on GitHub.

  • Conducted an extensive analysis of Extended Reality (XR) technology, advancing the development of InteMeta, a novel Metaverse platform aimed at fostering community engagement and interaction.

Skills: PoseNet, C, Git

PM for APAC Growth @Crystal Intelligence

June 2024 - Present

  • Directed cross-departmental teams of engineers, marketers, and compliance officers to develop B2B strategies,

    achieving $60k in revenue growth. Leveraged 40+ meetings, improving operational efficiency by 40%. Coordinated

    efforts earned Best Blockchain Analytics and Investigation Solution Award by Regulation Asia.

  • Leveraged and implemented KYC compliance frameworks ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, improving 15+

    client onboarding efficiency, and acted as primary SaaS engineering point of contact for customers CSM.

Skills: KYC procedures, BDR, Project Management, Deal Closures, Stakeholder Management.

Stuff I've Built!

SwiftGPT
SafeNSober
DailyDuties
  • An intelligent chatbot using NLP with Go, Wit.AI, Wolfram, and Slack.

  • Launched mobile app with React Native, AWS, and Google API to promote safe transportation. Collision detection.

  • Produced a user-centric mobile app for task management, featuring real-time updates and a user-friendly interface to efficiently, dynamically organize and track daily activities.

  • Led 4-member team in developing AI-powered finance trading manager with Express, TensorFlow, and MongoDB.

Financely

Let's get in touch!

Contact me

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dl4318@nyu.edu

2024 | Built and designed by David Lai