Hey, I'm Matthew White

I'm a CS student at UNC-Chapel Hill

About Me

Software engineer with a passion for creating intuitive and impactful applications. Recently taken an interest in artificial intelligence and blockchain technology.

When I'm not coding, you can find me exploring hiking trails, reading about new technologies, or planning my next trip.

Technical Skills

Languages

  • Java
  • Python
  • JavaScript
  • SQL

Frameworks

  • PyTorch
  • NextJS
  • Spring Boot
  • Node.js

Tools

  • Git
  • Docker
  • Vercel
  • MongoDB

Projects

Stablecoin Scanner

An ERC-20 Token Scanner that lets you search for token transfers by address.

JavaScript Express.js Alchemy API

NCAA Tournament Predictor

Machine learning model using Random Forest to predict NCAA tournament qualification based on historical basketball data.

Python scikit-learn pandas matplotlib

Game Server Community

Managed a multi-server Minecraft community with 10,000 players, 18 Java plugins, secure web admin interface, and synced backend.

Java MongoDB Redis Linux

Experience

Private Tutor & Content Developer

Lavner Education

May 2022 – Dec 2024

Delivered personalized instruction to 40+ students in Java, Python, Unreal Engine, and Cryptography, resulting in a 20% increase in student retention across advanced tech tracks. Designed and maintained scalable curricula used by 500+ instructors at 36+ nationwide camp locations, reducing instructor onboarding time by 30%. Developed over 15 instructional resources, including a Java-based RPG engine for teaching OOP, a Python cybersecurity toolkit simulating real-world threat scenarios, and a blockchain simulator that improved student comprehension by 40% based on pre/post assessments. Regularly updated content to align with evolving tech trends, maintaining Lavner’s status as a top-tier STEM education provider.

Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA of Northwest North Carolina

May 2021 - July 2021

Demonstrated strong leadership skills by guiding and mentoring diverse groups of children with ages ranging from 7-16 in a summer camp setting. Effectively communicated with parents and staff, ensuring a consistent and positive experience for both campers and their families.

Contact

I'd love to connect!