I am a senior studying computer science at Boston University, set to graduate in May 2026! I use she/her pronouns.
I am interested in software/full-stack development/product management in the public interest/civic tech sector, and have experience in:
- Developing a full-stack public records database with the ACLU of Massachussets using:
- ReactJS
- SQLite FTS5 + BM25 search
- Node.js/Express backend APIs
- 100-page data report for local affordable housing lottery organization to make improvements to the application process; used Pandas and ArcGIS
- Multi-repo debug and upgrade process of an open-source biodiversity platform (Symbiota)
- Design (Figma) and development (NextJS) of a microcredentialing and microlearning platform, Checkd, for hands-on skills
- Check out the SyncSonic project with React Native and SQLite!
Applicable experience:
Java · Python · React · Dart · SQL · REST APIs · Node.js · Express.js · Electron.js
Educational/coursework experience:
C · XML · OCaml · MongoDB · Flask · AI development · Docker
Tinkering experience:
C# · R · ArcGIS · Pandas · Unity Game Engine · UI/UX design in Figma
I love projects that have to do with microlearning, music, and accessibility.
In my free time, I enjoy biking, photography, videogames, language learning (¡estoy aprendiendo español!), and watching for satellites!
Email: kaylinvb@bu.edu
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylinvonbergen/

