About

I am a driven and disciplined young individual who enjoys working on, around, and with computers. I currently am studying computer science as an undergraduate. Further education might include achieving a postgraduate degree in Artificial Intelligence. My career aspiration at the moment is to gain an understand of the computing industry as a whole. I am tending towards a career involving server management.

Details

Hans-Nikolai Viessmann

hans@viessmann.co

Languages: English German

Work Experience

TECHFIX Ltd.

  • I have assisted in the following areas:
  • Consultation regarding technical matters.
  • Creation of the firm website:
  • Administration of the web server.
  • Assisted with repairs.

those.thoughtsfrom.us Online presentation of my projects, literary works, and ideas.

Societies & Organisations

Heriot-Watt Debating Society British Parliament style debates involving a huge variety of topics. Going to Debating Competitions across the country.

Heriot-Watt Robotics Society Designing and building a robot. Creation of a University Timetable Mobile App.

ISB Drama Group Worked in teams to setup and prepare for plays and musicals. Operated sound and lights during performances.

Interests

Creative Writing I have written a few short stories, poetry, and am currently working on a novel.

Cinephile I am an avid movie watcher, especially 70s and 80s movies.

Theatre When I was younger I took part in several stage acts; since then I have made regular visits to the theatre.

Skills

Web Development I have created several websites, or have helped create websites. Most were personal in nature, or as part of a project. I have also helped create a webpage for a business as well (TECHFIX).

Teamwork & Communication I have been a part of many group based projects. Some of these projects were think-tank style operations with no resulting final product. Others included extensive design and prototyping phases with several amendments and alterations to a final product.

Programming & Software Engineering I have used many function-oriented languages such as PHP, BASH, and C; and object-oriented languages such as JAVA. Furthermore I have used various data structures and algorithms extensively.

Network Design & Engineering Good understanding of major networking protocols and their basic functionality, such as TCP, UDP, IP, SSH, DNS, etc.. I have used or use these and more protocols on a daily basis.

Time Management & Organization I have a strict sense of duty and find myself obligated to completing an assignment to the best of my capabilities within the times given. I try my best to be as organized as possible.

Advanced IT/Server Usage I have a good deal of experience in using not just Windows but a variety of *nix based operating systems as well. I am very good with the *nix terminal and its associated programs. I run several servers each with different functions (backup, web-hosting, VPN, etc.).

Education

Heriot-Watt University
(2010-present)
Computer Science BSc (Hon.) Java, C, and Web Programming Software Engineering Software Development Project Management Database Management Mathematics

International School of Basel
(2008-2010)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Mathematics HL Economics HL Physics HL World Politics SL English SL German B SL