Hello, I'm Araf Ibne Latif

Computer Engineering student at UT Arlington, passionate about full-stack development, AI applications, and creating innovative solutions.

Full-Stack Development AI Applications React & Next.js Python & Java Data Analysis
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Araf Ibne Latif

About Me

I'm an undergraduate Computer Engineering student at the University of Texas at Arlington, passionate about building full-stack applications, AI-powered solutions, and conducting data-driven research.

With experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant and Software Engineering Fellow at Headstarter AI, I've developed 5+ AI applications, improved data analysis efficiency by 30%, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to create scalable SaaS products. I enjoy tackling complex problems through code and contributing to innovative projects that make a real-world impact.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering

The University of Texas at Arlington

August 2023 - May 2027

Relevant Coursework:

Intro to Computers and Programming, Intermediate Programming, Hardware and Software Systems, Computational Biology, Object Oriented Programming, Computer Organization and Assembly, Operating Systems

Professional Experience

Peer Tutor
Knack · Part-time

September 2025 - Present | Arlington, Texas (Hybrid)

  • Provide comprehensive academic support to undergraduate students across multiple STEM and liberal arts disciplines
  • Deliver personalized tutoring sessions to help students master foundational concepts and improve academic performance
  • Computer Science & Engineering: CSE-1310 (Fundamentals), CSE-1320 (Intermediate Programming)
  • Mathematics: MATH-1421 (Pre-Calculus)
  • Biology: BIOL-1441 (General Biology)
  • English: ENGL-1301 (Rhetoric & Composition)
Crew Member - University Center Operations
The University of Texas at Arlington · Part-time

September 2025 - Present | Arlington, Texas (On-site)

  • Assist with event setup and facility operations at the University Center
  • Configure event spaces and coordinate with crew leads and team members
  • Support various campus activities to enhance the student experience at UTA
Undergraduate Research Assistant
The University of Texas at Arlington · Part-time

January 2024 - May 2025 (1 year 5 months)

  • Improved data analysis efficiency by 30% through developing automated Python scripts for data cleaning and preprocessing
  • Conducted comprehensive statistical analyses on large datasets using Python and SQL, increasing predictive model precision by 20%
  • Designed and implemented dynamic data visualization dashboards using Python and SQL
  • Collaborated with civil engineering researchers to interpret data analysis results, providing actionable insights that improved project outcomes by 15%
Software Engineering Fellow
Headstarter AI

July 2024 - September 2024

  • Developed 5+ AI applications and APIs using NextJS, OpenAI, Pinecone, and Stripe API
  • Managed comprehensive project lifecycles from design to deployment with MVC design patterns
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including designers, engineers, and product managers
  • Created and launched a SaaS product generating AI-powered, dynamic flashcards with accessible UI components

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer Assistant
PetSmart Charities - Matilda's Garden

July 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months) | Animal Welfare

  • Working on weekends with Matilda's Garden, a non-profit 501C3 organization in Arlington, Texas
  • Supporting animal welfare initiatives and community outreach programs
Joint Organizing Secretary
Bangladesh Student Organisation (BSO)

August 2024 - July 2025 (1 year) | University of Texas at Arlington

  • Coordinated and organized events to promote cultural awareness and community engagement
  • Facilitated communication between Bangladeshi students and university administration

Featured Projects

CodeCollab
Live Coding & Interview Practice Platform

Full-stack web application enabling real-time pair programming with Monaco Editor, Firebase Realtime Database, and WebRTC for peer-to-peer video communication.

Next.js Firebase WebRTC
GitHub
Real Time Pose Estimation
Exercise Counter Application

Real-time pose estimation application using Python, MediaPipe, and OpenCV with 95% accuracy in counting exercise repetitions.

Python MediaPipe OpenCV
GitHub
TaskFlow Pro
Real-Time Team Task Management

Full-stack task manager using MERN stack and Socket.IO featuring drag-and-drop Kanban boards and real-time synchronization.

MERN Socket.IO Tailwind
GitHub
USA Traffic Light Simulation
Multithreaded C++ Simulation

Multithreaded C++ simulation of U.S. traffic lights with state-specific logic, concurrency handling, and modular OOP design.

C++ Multithreading OOP
GitHub
GeneSynth
Interactive Genetics Platform

Interactive web application for exploring genetics, featuring DNA visualization, mutation analysis, and educational tools built with React.

React JavaScript Biology
Live Demo
ClimateQuizzer
Environmental Education Quiz

Educational quiz platform about climate change and sustainability, featuring interactive questions and feedback mechanisms.

HTML/CSS JavaScript Education
Live Demo

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

Python, Java, C, C++, JavaScript, TypeScript

Databases & Tools

SQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Firebase, Git, VS Code, Figma

Data & AI

Pandas, NumPy, OpenAI API, Pinecone, MediaPipe, OpenCV

Let's Connect

I'm always interested in new opportunities, collaborations, and exciting projects. Feel free to reach out!

Arlington, Texas

axl5179@mavs.uta.edu