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MAKENDY
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
EDUCATOR
ENTREPRENEUR
Engineering Educational Excellence Through Technology.
About
Makendy Midouin is a first-generation college graduate whose journey has been fueled by leadership, innovation, and a passion for learning. Excelling in both athletics and academics, he became a captain, league MVP, conference champion, and honor society inductee, demonstrating his drive for excellence across disciplines. His research on bias in virtual reality and his role in raising $125,000 in STEM scholarships reflect his commitment to using technology for meaningful impact. Balancing software engineering, research, and teaching, Makendy has cultivated a career at the intersection of education, AI, and entrepreneurship, developing tech-driven solutions that empower learners worldwide.
Skills
Programming Languages
Frameworks & Libraries
Cloud & DevOps
Tools & Technologies
Education


New York University
M.S in Computer Science
Community-Driven Growth
At NYU, Makendy deepened his technical expertise and entrepreneurial vision through the Master’s in Computer Science program. His studies were enriched by participation in the NYU Entrepreneurial Institute’s Startup Accelerator Program, where he refined his approach to innovation and business development. He applied his skills in an internship at a trucking logistics startup, co-designing platform features to solve real-world challenges. This period of academic and professional growth solidified his commitment to creating technology that enhances education.
Graduation Date: Dec 2024


St. Thomas Aquinas College
B.S in Computer Science
Lessons Beyond the Field
Makendy’s time at STAC was transformative, combining athletic excellence with academic rigor. As part of a championship-winning track team, he learned how discipline and teamwork drive success. His research at XLAB on bias in virtual reality sharpened his analytical thinking, while induction into Chi Alpha Sigma and Sigma Zeta recognized his commitment to excellence. Representing the School of STEM at fundraising events and securing his first software engineering internship at Treehouse Strategy laid the foundation for his career at the intersection of technology and education.
Graduation Date: May 2022
Work Experience

Computer Science Adjunct Faculty
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Sep 2024 - Present

Lead Coding Instructor
Brains & Motion Education
Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

Freelance Software Engineer
Independent Contractor
Jun 2023 - Jan 2024

Software Engineer Intern
Roadcall.co
Jun 2023 - Sep 2023

Software Engineer Intern
Treehouse Strategy and Communications
May 2021 - Sep 2021

Computer Science Tutor
Varsity Tutor
May 2020 - Sep 2023

XLAB Researcher
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Sep 2019 - May 2022
Related Skills
PROJECTS
After working on a diverse range of projects, from VR experiences to websites and complex applications, these are some of Makendy’s favorites.
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