Kaius Jin
Profile
I am a 1A Computer Science Co-op student at the University of Waterloo (SEQ4), studying from 2025 to 2030.
Education
- Bachelor of Computer Science
- University of Waterloo
- Sequence 4
Skills
Clubs
- Computer Science Club
- Data Science Club
- Deception Board Club
Languages
English & Mandarin
Learning French:)
RateMyProfessor Web Platform
Sep 2025 – Pre
Independent Project · Based on GitHub Open Dataset
- Developed a web-based platform that allows students to search and review professors, inspired by the RateMyProfessor system.
- Integrated an open-source dataset from GitHub to provide professor profiles, ratings, and comments.
- Implemented features for submitting reviews, filtering by courses, and displaying aggregated statistics.
- Deployed the platform with a responsive interface for desktop and mobile users.
Skills: HTML · CSS · JavaScript · MySQL · Web Deployment
Personal Website
Sep 2025 – Sep 2025
Independent Project
- Designed and developed a responsive personal website with a glassmorphism theme.
- Implemented multi-section navigation (About Me, Projects, Awards, Contact)for smooth switching.
- Created a project timeline component with hover animations and dynamic layout adjustments.
- Integrated EmailJS and Google reCAPTCHA for secure contact form submissions.
- Customized scrollbars and interactive elements for a modern, clean user experience.
Skills: HTML · CSS · JavaScript · Responsive Design · UI/UX · EmailJS · reCAPTCHA
AI and ML with Python
Jul 2024 — Aug 2024
Circuit Stream in Partnership with University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies
- Developed a Discord server bot using PyCharm, integrating OpenWeather API to deliver real-time weather updates.
- Implemented asynchronous programming techniques for efficient task handling and improved bot responsiveness.
- Applied AI/ML concepts learned through coursework to optimize code structure and logic design.
- Utilized Python development tools in PyCharm for debugging, version control, and workflow optimization.
Skills: Jupyter · Python · API · Algorithms · Machine Learning · Discord API · Artificial Intelligence · PyCharm
Crowd Recognition System Based on OpenCV
Nov 2023 - Dec 2023
Submission for Nankai University Yingcai Program
- Apply Gaussian blurring for noise reduction
- Developed using OpenCV's video capture module
- Supports both real-time streaming and offline media( video/picture) processing
Skills: OpenCV · Gaussian · Machine Learning · Python (Programming Language)
Lan Wong Chu Entrance Scholarship ($2,000) 2025
One scholarship, valued at up to $2,000, is awarded annually to an outstanding undergraduate student from China or Hong Kong entering first year of any program at the University of Waterloo.
University of Waterloo President’s Scholarship of Distinction ($2,500) 2025
Students who are admitted to the University of Waterloo with an early-May admission average of 95% or above will receive this award.
Euclid Distinction 2024
Scoring in the top 25% of all competitors
Activities
Robotics Competition Development
2024
Developed combat and motion control modules using programming languages, connected to a remote controller via Bluetooth for remote operation, and assembled the hardware to build the robot.
- Implemented control logic with Python
- Developed motion control and combat modules
- Established Bluetooth communication with remote controller
- Assembled and tested hardware components
Test
2025
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Hobbies
Photography
- Collaborated with students from Tianjin Nankai High School
- Led a 7-person team to shoot a promotional video
- Gained over 20,000 views with high interaction and fan conversion rates
Skiing
- Practice skiing during winter holidays as both sport and recreation
- Focus on improving balance, coordination, and downhill control
- Enjoy skiing as a way to challenge myself and stay active in winter
Badminton
- Play badminton regularly for fitness and teamwork
- Participate in friendly matches with classmates and friends
- Use badminton as a way to train speed, reflexes, and endurance