About Me

Hi! My name is Alex Hatzenbuhler. I grew up in Apple Valley MN and am currently a Senior at North Dakota State University. I will be graduating in May 2015 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Science. I have been interested in anything related to technology since I was tall enough to reach the VCR machine. I started coding and developing my freshman year of college and I soon became passionate about computer science. Since then I have developed a strong interest in android and web development.

Outside of my professional interests I listen to a lot of music, discover many unique craft beers, and enjoy staying up to date on all things related to technology. I have developed an interest in some computer hardware as well. I built my own desktop computer a couple years ago, and have helped a few friends with their own. I also enjoy biking, snowboarding, and playing ultimate frisbee in my free time.

Projects

Counter for Wear

  • A counting application for Android Wear
  • Language: Java

Hotel System

  • A parallelized hotel reservation system
  • Parallelization is achieved by the use semaphores
  • Language: C++

k-Means

  • Implementation of the k-Means algorithm both in serial, and parallel
  • Language: Python

PokéDex

  • The web app and backend database for a pokédex
  • Languages: Java; SQL

This Site!

  • This site originally started as an assignment for a class I took in college called Intro to Web Design. I decided to continue to add and polish it into what you see today!
  • Languages: HTML5; CSS3; JavaScript; jQuery
  • Interested in some more cool stuff? Enter the konami code anywhere on this page. works on mobile too!
  • B A or click if you're lazy

Resume

Education

North Dakota State University
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Computer Science
  • 3.35/4.0 Total Cumulative GPA
  • Presidential Honor Scholarship Recipient (Academic Scholarship)

Normandale Community College
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  • Post Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) Student
  • 3.8/4.0 GPA

Work History

Moolah
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Head of Customer Service
  • Demonstrated leadership by hiring and managing a staff of 4 to provide 24-hour customer support
  • Utilized strong critical thinking by developing a training program on customer supprt for new agents
  • Displayed organizational skills by preparing and managing 750 Bitcoin ($450,000) worth of investments during our public investment rounds
  • Applied previous interpersonal and customer service skills to provide support to clients who experienced problems using Moolah services

NDSU Information Technology Services
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IVN Technician
  • Utilized technical skills by maintaining and troubleshooting video conference calls between colleges
Classroom Technician
  • Developed problem solving and computer skills by providing technical support for instructors encountering technical issues with computers, projects, and other peripherals
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by working on many different technical issues throughout the school

Best Buy
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Mobile Sales Speciailist - Seasonal
  • Showcased technical knowledge of mobile devices and other electronics by informing customers about products
  • Improved interpersonal skills by dealing with customers to offer exceptional service

Nickelodeon Universe
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Ride Operator
  • Demonstrated responsibility by ensuring the safety of guests as they move throughout the park and go on rides

YMCA Camp Warren
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Summer Camp Counselor
  • Showcased flexibility and adaptability as a cabin leader for 10-12 children, ages 8-13, in two week intervals
  • Improved interpersonal and leadership skills by co-leading camp activities and guiding newer staff

Involvement

Languages and Technologies

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