Zhewei Wang
Alias: David
Education
NYU Shanghai (QS Ranking 2025: #43)
Sep 2022 - May 2026
Bachelor of Science | Major: Computer Science | Minor: Interactive Media Arts
- Cumulative GPA: 3.6/4.0
- Expected Graduation: May 2026
- Relevant Coursework: Web Design (HTML, CSS, JS), Data Structures, Algorithm Design, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Machine Learning
Work Experience
Frontend Development Intern
Jun 2025 - Aug 2025
International Business Unit, Beijing Didi Unlimited Technology Development Co., Ltd.
Vue3, Vue2, TypeScript
- Independently coordinated with product, design, backend, data warehouse, finance, QA, and localization teams to deliver requirements on time and with high quality; participated in requirement analysis and technical solution design.
- Demonstrated strong coordination and communication skills by taking on project management and liaison roles at key delivery milestones, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
- Engaged in business development and feature iterations within a micro-frontend framework. Contributed to cross-platform application development based on Electron and H5 for both desktop and mobile.
- Optimized internationalization (i18n) user experience, improving usability and satisfaction; during tenure, user base increased by 12%.
Student Researcher
May 2024 - Present
Digital Heritage Lab, NYU Shanghai
Unity, Three.js, TypeScript, React, Next.js
- Led development of a Unity-based AR application that reconstructed the historical architecture of Zhenru Temple through AR glasses for an immersive cultural experience.
- Built a digital museum website using Three.js and React to showcase Zhenru Temple’s history and culture, enhancing public engagement with digital heritage.
- Optimized rendering performance and spatial tracking to ensure stable operation across diverse hardware, advancing digital cultural heritage preservation.
Projects
NYU GO
Dec 2024 - Present
React, Next.js, TailwindCSS, TypeScript, Zustand
- Initiated development of a real-time campus shuttle tracking app to address inefficiencies in commuting and frequent class delays caused by bus lateness.
- Delivered a lightweight, responsive PWA system with features including live location tracking and estimated arrival times.
- Independently built the frontend with Next.js and TailwindCSS, integrated WebSocket for real-time shuttle updates, applied SSR for faster initial load, and used Zustand for consistent state management.
- App has been deployed for campus-wide use, with 100+ daily visits, significantly reducing waiting time and receiving strong positive feedback.
Sanxingdui Digital Museum
Apr 2024 - Aug 2024
Dean’s Undergraduate Research Fund (DURF), NYU Shanghai
- Served as the main developer for a web-based digital museum showcasing Sanxingdui cultural heritage.
- Recreated an interactive 3D exhibition hall on the web to increase public engagement with cultural heritage.
- Implemented high-performance real-time 3D rendering using Three.js; built responsive UI with React and MUI; contributed to content planning to ensure historical accuracy.
- Project successfully launched, receiving thousands of visits and positive feedback from both faculty and the public; selected as an exemplary student research project by the university.
Interactive Node-Based Music System
Sep 2024 - Dec 2024
React, Tone.js, React Flow, Zustand, Supabase, Next.js, TailwindCSS, TypeScript
- Built a visual, node-based music synthesis platform enabling users with no music background to create sounds by dragging nodes.
- Developed graphical interface with React and React Flow; integrated Tone.js for audio synthesis and playback; used Zustand for efficient state management; implemented user sessions and storage via Supabase.
- Project was highly praised by peers and instructors, recognized as the best project of the course, and featured in personal portfolio.
Personal Portfolio Website
Sep 2024 - Present
React, Next.js, TailwindCSS, TypeScript
- Independently designed and developed a personal portfolio website with Markdown-to-HTML blog updates.
- Implemented component-based architecture and responsive design with React, Next.js, and TailwindCSS, balancing aesthetics and performance.
- Optimized for cross-device browsing with enhanced mobile and desktop experiences, boosting performance and maintainability.
Skills
Tech Stack
Programming Languages
- C++, C#, C, Pascal, Python, JavaScript
Web Development
HTML CSS JS | React Next.js Vue2 Vue3 | Zustand Pinia | TailwindCSS MUI Shadcn | React Flow Three.js P5.js | Supabase ExpressSoft Skills
Languages
- Chinese (Native), English (Fluent)
Game Development
- Unity, GameMaker
Interests
- Professionally trained jazz musician and multi-instrumentalist.