Lionel Derrick S. Roxas

Computer Science - Data Science Student | Software Developer and Data Analyst

I'm a B.S. Computer Science student specializing in Data Science at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, with a passion for software development and data analytics. I graduate in November 2026.


Interests: Software Engineering, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Analytics, Cloud Computing and DevOps, Cybersecurity and Data Privacy, Web and Mobile Application Development


Projects

Point System App 2024

Designed and developed a web application for managing a point-based reward system for admins and members.

Javascript HTML CSS Node.js React.js Express.js MongoDB Heroku GitHub

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Explaining Happiness Through Covid-19 Impacts 2024

Analyzed the impact of COVID-19 on global happiness scores and identified regional and national variations.

Python Numpy Scikit-Learn Pandas GeoPandas Seaborn Matplotlib Paired T-Test Regression and Predictive Model Jupyter Labs Kaggle

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UHM Marketplace 2024

A comprehensive marketplace platform designed exclusively for University of Hawaii students and staff to buy, sell, and trade items within the university community.

Next.js React Bootstrap 5 PostgreSQL Prisma Linear GitHub

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UHSpace 2024

The #1 discovery platform for discovering and supporting student-owned businesses and services at UHM.

Javascript Typescript React Native Firebase Android Studio GitHub

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Essays

Reflection on Software Engineering

14 Dec 2024

Reflection on Software Engineering Introduction As I approach the end of ICS 314, I’ve been reflecting on everything I’ve learned about software engineering—not just the technical skills, but the mindset and methodologies that go into creating meaningful, high-quality software. This...

Engineering Software

Reflecting on My Use of AI in ICS 314

14 Dec 2024

Reflecting on My Use of AI in ICS 314 I. Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in education, particularly in fields like Software Engineering, where problem-solving and iterative development are paramount. During my time in ICS...

Engineering Software AI

Design Patterns: The Architect's Blueprint of Software

05 Dec 2024

Design Patterns: The Architect's Blueprint of Software Imagine walking into a construction site. Workers are bustling around, materials are scattered everywhere, and everyone seems busy—but there’s no blueprint. The end result? Likely a mess of mismatched structures and inefficiencies. Software...

Engineering Software

The Bootstrap Bet

10 Oct 2024

The Bootstrap Bet: Why UI Frameworks Are Worth the Effort The world of web development is ever-evolving, and one of the major shifts over the past decade has been the rise of UI frameworks like Bootstrap, Semantic UI, and others....

Bootstrap 5 HTML CSS

The Importance of Coding Standards

26 Sep 2024

A Personal Reflection on ESLint and VSCode Coding standards are often viewed through a narrow lens, focusing on superficial elements such as indentation styles or where to place curly braces. However, from my perspective, coding standards serve a far deeper...

VSCode ESLint

The Importance of Asking Smart Questions

12 Sep 2024

In software engineering, technical expertise is only part of what defines a great developer. Equally critical is the ability to communicate effectively, especially when seeking help on complex issues. One of the most valuable communication skills for a software engineer...

Stack Overflow

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