About
Man-Chun Yu is a dynamic Software Engineer adept at building custom automations, developing robust software solutions, and driving technical innovation. With expertise spanning full-stack development, data science, and virtual reality, they excel at translating complex requirements into impactful, scalable applications. Proven ability to lead projects from concept to deployment, optimize processes, and contribute to cutting-edge technologies, seeking to leverage a strong foundation in computer science and practical engineering experience in a challenging software development role.
Work
London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Developed and tested custom automation tools and solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting strategic initiatives for PwC Partners and employees.
Highlights
Developed and tested custom automation tools, including calendar/event management systems utilized by PwC Partners and Directors to streamline workflows.
Automated license management for AI tools, significantly improving efficiency and accessibility for all employees across the organization.
Contributed to a Virtual Reality Store Simulation for VivaTech Paris, including developing an early prototype and implementing an A* pathfinding module (https://youtu.be/-B33TPTtXVM).
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Led the technical vision and software development for GarageBuddy, building core systems and driving initial product iterations as a founding engineer.
Highlights
Architected and implemented foundational software systems for a startup, covering full-stack development and database design.
Drove product development from concept to initial deployment, demonstrating full lifecycle ownership in an agile startup environment.
Collaborated closely with co-founders to define technical roadmap and strategic product features, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Summary
Educated primary school students, managing classroom activities and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Highlights
Managed daily classroom operations and delivered curriculum to a diverse group of primary school students, fostering academic growth.
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that improved student participation and comprehension across various subjects.
Collaborated with faculty and parents to track student progress and address individual learning needs effectively.
Manchester, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Contributed to the operational excellence of Seoul Kimchi, managing both culinary functions and front-of-house customer service.
Highlights
Managed front-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient table turnover for a top-rated restaurant.
Assisted in culinary preparation and kitchen management, contributing to the consistent quality of dishes at Seoul Kimchi.
Contributed to the restaurant's reputation as 'Best Korean restaurant in Manchester' through dedicated service and operational support.
Volunteer
Breast Cancer Now
|Volunteer Fundraiser
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Summary
Actively participated in fundraising initiatives for Breast Cancer Now, contributing to vital research and support programs.
Highlights
Organized and participated in multiple fundraising events, directly contributing to the financial support for breast cancer research and patient services.
Engaged with the community to raise awareness and solicit donations, effectively communicating the organization's mission and impact.
Collaborated with volunteer teams to achieve fundraising targets, demonstrating strong teamwork and commitment to a critical cause.
Awards
3rd Place
Awarded By
PwC Raspberry Pi Hackathon
Awarded 3rd place in the PwC Raspberry Pi Hackathon 2025, recognizing innovative problem-solving and technical execution.
Top 50 in Global PwC Leaderboard
Awarded By
Advent of Code
Achieved a Top 50 ranking globally in the Advent of Code 2024, demonstrating exceptional algorithmic problem-solving skills and coding proficiency.
Top Contributor
Awarded By
Harvard CS50 Discord/Facebook Group
Recognized as a top contributor to the Harvard CS50 Discord/Facebook group, providing significant support and insights to a global community of learners.
Skills
Automation
Beautiful Soup, Cypress, Power Automate.
Databases
PostgreSQL, SQLite, MariaDB, MongoDB.
Web Development
HTML, CSS, Flask, Laravel, React, Tailwind, Bootstrap.
Virtual Reality
Apple Vision Pro, VisionOS, Reality Composer Pro, SwiftUI.
Computer Languages
C/C++, Go, HDL, Java, JavaScript, Python, SQL, Swift, PHP.
Data Science
Pandas, NumPy, Alteryx, Power BI.
Interests
Music
Violinist, Hallé Orchestra, Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra, Welsh National Opera.
Chess
Chess Puzzle Rating 2000+, Lichess, Chess.com.