About

Welcome to my portfolio website! I'm Rayan Checa, an international student studying Computer and Information Sciences at Fordham University. With a passion for web development and programming, I've gained experience in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and languages like C++ and Python. As the Web Development Vice-President of the Fordham Computer Science Society, I've organized workshops and fundraisers to promote STEM awareness. I also value diversity and have language skills in Spanish, Bengali, and Mandarin. Explore my portfolio to see projects like a user registration page, a JavaScript-based Snake game with advanced algorithms, and a website for an international phone component arbitrage firm. Thanks for visiting, and I'm excited to connect with you!

Basic Information
Age:
19
Email:
rcheca@fordham.edu
Phone:
+1 929 633 4597
Address:
NY, New York, U.S.A
Languages:
English, Spanish, Bengali
Professional Skills
Programming Languages: Python, C++, JavaScript

Tools: Scikit-Learn, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Tableau, MS Excel, OpenCV, Keras, Tensorflow

Database Management Systems: MySQL, SQLite3

Internet Technologies: Flask, HTML5, CSS, jQuery
Work Experience

June 2021 - August 2021

GM Equity
Summer Intern

  • Generated level 3 data reports into the Bengali stock market, investment strategies, and risk management techniques.
  • Assisted in analyzing and evaluating potential investment opportunities, contributing to data-driven decision-making.
  • Supported client relations by preparing presentation materials and performance reports for 5+ portfolio reviews.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop financial models and projections for various investment scenarios.
  • Acquired knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements in the local market.

January 2020 - August 2022

CoboPhone
SalesPerson

  • Conducted international business transactions with over 30 major phone screen distributors, negotiating competitive pricing based on market trends and competitor analysis: Leveraged strong negotiation skills to secure favorable pricing for phone screens by analyzing market trends and competitor pricing, resulting in a 10% cost reduction and 8% increased profitability.
  • Increased sales revenue by 15% within the first year through effective pricing strategies and market analysis: Implemented data-driven pricing strategies by monitoring market trends and competitor activities.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of 100+ phone models, features, and prices to optimize sales and profits: Regularly researched and analyzed market data to stay informed about the latest phone models and features, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing.
  • Analyzed supply chain logistics costs of $400K annually to identify areas for potential savings and efficiency improvements: Conducted an in-depth analysis of supply chain and logistics costs to identify opportunities for a 10% cost reduction and process improvement, ultimately enhancing overall efficiency.

September 2022 - Present

Fordham University Computer Science Society
Vice President

  • Organized and led a web development workshop for over 20 participants, teaching HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals.
  • Hosted a pre-finals study session, collaborating with the e-board members to address students' questions and concerns.
  • Recruited 10+ members and raised 5000$ for STEM field awareness.

Education

2021 - 2022

A - Levels
A - Levels

The English Montessori School

Relevant Coursework: Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Spanish

Projects:

  • Math - A
  • Physics - A*
  • Chemistry - A
  • Spanish- A*

2022 - Present

Bachelor's Degree
B.S. Computer and Information Science

Fordham University

Relevant Coursework: Web Development, , Object Oriented Programming, Data Structures, Discrete Structures

Projects:

  • Built and deployed personal portfolio website.

Contact Me
Feel free to contact me

Address

155 West 60th Street, Apt 10A-2, NY, New York, 10023

Phone

+1 929-633-4597

Email

rcheca@fordham.edu

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