Ivan Shishkin
Computer Science @ UC Irvine
Building efficient systems with clean code, disciplined execution, and clear thinking.
About Me
I’m Ivan Shishkin, a Computer Science student at UCI focused on building systems that are reliable, understandable, and grounded in clean fundamentals. What drives me is clarity and intention.
I didn’t grow up with much, so discipline and persistence aren’t optional for me. They shaped how I approach work: break problems down, understand the core idea, and build solutions that hold up under pressure.
I value clean architecture, clear reasoning, and deliberate execution. My interests lean toward systems and back-end engineering. As my expertise grows, I’m excited to explore more.
Education
University of California, Irvine
B.S. Computer Science, GPA: 3.9
Expected Graduation: June 2028
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Leadership & Activities:
- Director Of Housing — Sigma Pi (Eta-Upsilon Chapter)
- ICS Student Council (ICSSC)
- Artificial Intelligence @ UCI
- Claude Builder Club
- Skateboarding Club
- Cyber @ UCI
- Hack @ UCI
- F1 Tenth @ UCI
- ReForm Senior Design Project Member
Experience
Arroyo Vista Center Attendant
University of California, Irvine | Aug. 2025 – Present
Irvine, CA
- Utilize digital management systems (OSCAR, Roompact) for data entry, record tracking, and operational coordination across housing services.
- Streamline administrative workflows by organizing digital files, handling information requests, and maintaining accurate system data.
- Provide technical and logistical support for community spaces, including equipment setup, troubleshooting, and event technology management.
Director of Housing, Sigma Pi Fraternity
University of California, Irvine | Oct. 2024 – Aug. 2025
Irvine, CA
- Developed data-driven systems to track member housing preferences and lease information, improving decision-making and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined housing assignment and lease management through digital tools and structured workflows, reducing administrative overhead.
- Collaborated with landlords and campus partners using organized communication pipelines, ensuring compliance, accountability, and long-term stability.
Projects
Personal Portfolio Website Oct 2025
Designed and built a responsive personal portfolio with a video background, animated content swapping, and modular templates for sections like experience, skills, and projects. Fully version-controlled and deployed through GitHub Pages.
Volleyball IMU Wearable Prototype In Progress
Building a motion-analysis wearable designed for volleyball mechanics. Uses an Arduino-based IMU to capture arm swing, shoulder rotation, and serving motion. Prototyped a data pipeline that collects raw sensor readings, filters noise, and extracts repeatable motion signatures for performance benchmarking and form improvement.
Direct Messaging Platform with Custom Protocol 2025
Developed a direct messaging system with a full client–server model, including authentication, message sending, retrieval, and unread polling. Built a custom JSON protocol and implemented a Tkinter GUI with contacts, message history, and timed refresh logic.
Event Driven Propagation Model Oct 2025 – Nov 2025
Built a simulation engine modeling device-based alert and cancellation propagation using an event-driven architecture. Leveraged priority queues to ensure deterministic time ordering and consistent behavior across runs.