Aug 2025 - Present
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of Minnesota, College of Science and Engineering CSCI2041: Advanced Programming Principles
Hi,
I'm Emmanuel Tamenut, an aspiring Software Engineer focused on building robust backend systems, AI/ML applications, and modern infrastructure.
constcoder={name:'Emmanuel Tamenut',skills:['C++', 'Python', 'JavaScript', 'AWS', 'Docker', 'Kubernetes', 'PostgreSQL', 'MongoDB', 'PyTorch', 'TensorFlow', 'Linux'],hardWorker:true,quickLearner:true,problemSolver:true,hireable:function() {return(this.hardWorker&&this.problemSolver&&this.skills.length>=5);};};ABOUT ME
Who I am?
I'm a Computer Science and Computer Engineering student who believes technology should make people's lives better. This became clear to me during a trip to Ethiopia, my home country, where I got to meet family and experience how powerful community and resilience can be. Right now, I'm a Teaching Assistant helping 300+ students learn programming, and I love breaking down complex problems to help others succeed. I work with backend development, AI/ML, and cybersecurity, but what really drives me is building things that matter. I'm currently creating MomentumX, an app that helps teens support each other in building good habits and breaking bad ones. When I'm not coding, I'm babysitting, doing MMA, hanging out with friends and family, or writing poetry. These keep me grounded and remind me that the best technology brings people together instead of pulling them apart. My goal is to build startups or create devices that make a real difference in education, healthcare, and helping our planet. I want to either help grow an innovative startup or work at a company that cares about making positive change while still letting me build cool stuff on the side. What excites me about tech is that there's always something new to learn, you get to work with great teams, and you're in a unique position to actually solve important problems while building something meaningful.
Experiences
Oct 2025 - Present
Backend Developer
Scholarty
Jun 2025 - Oct 2025
Software Engineer Intern
Raffter's (Sports startup)
Jun 2023 - Present
Self Employed
Code and build something in everyday.
Skills
PROJECTS
Emmanuel Transportation L.L.C.
constproject={name:'Emmanuel Transportation L.L.C.',tools: ['React Native', 'Stripe API', 'Google Maps API', 'PostgreSQL', 'Cross-platform', 'Security Testing],myRole:Full-Stack Mobile Developer,Description: Built mobile app for luxury transportation booking with real-time GPS tracking, serving 200+ monthly rides. Integrated Stripe payments and Google Maps API, reducing booking time by 60% with cross-platform support. Eliminated 18% third-party commission fees by developing in-house booking solution. Currently in comprehensive testing phase, undergoing security audits and regulatory approval processes with guidance from industry professional family member before full production deployment.,};MomentumX (Teen Habit Builder)
constproject={name:'MomentumX (Teen Habit Builder)',tools: ['React Native', 'Firebase', 'Node.js', 'AI/ML', 'Psychology Research', 'User Research', 'Cloud Functions', 'Figma],myRole:Lead Developer & Product Designer,Description: Designing AI-powered mobile app to help teens build positive habits through peer accountability and social motivation. Currently conducting extensive user feedback sessions and psychological research surveys to inform machine learning algorithms and recommendation systems. Developing community-driven features with AI agents trained on behavioral psychology data, personalized coaching systems, and intelligent progress insights using cloud infrastructure.,};Virtual Transit Simulator
constproject={name:'Virtual Transit Simulator',tools: ['Java', 'WebSocket', 'JUnit', 'OOP', 'Real-time Communication],myRole:Backend Developer & Debugging Specialist,Description: Built full-stack transit simulator with real-time vehicle tracking and passenger movement modeling via WebSocket communication. Implemented comprehensive object-oriented design with 90% test coverage through JUnit testing and contributed to optimization and refactoring efforts.,};BCImgView Security Audit
constproject={name:'BCImgView Security Audit',tools: ['C', 'GDB', 'Linux', 'Cybersecurity', 'Vulnerability Analysis', 'Exploit Development],myRole:Security Researcher,Description: Conducted comprehensive security analysis of intentionally vulnerable C image viewer, identifying critical format string injection and integer overflow vulnerabilities. Developed working exploits and documented attack vectors for academic security research. Created proof-of-concept exploits confirmed through GDB analysis.,};Educations
2024 - Present
Bachelor's of Science
University of Minnesota, double-majoring in Computer Science and Computer Engineering
2022 - 2024
PSEO & Undergraduate
Bethel University, initially double majored in Computer Science and Finance
2019 - 2022
High School Diploma
Math and Science Academy
CONTACT
GAMES
Interactive Projects
Games built from scratch in C++, recreated in JavaScript for web play with full source code available.
Game Programming Portfolio
Complete games showcasing algorithms, data structures, and full-stack development skills.
Wordle
Word puzzle with dictionary validation
String processing, game logic
Web Only
Future Projects:
Tetris
Planned
Solitaire
Planned
Connect4
Planned
Music Player
Advanced music player with streaming service integration and smart features.
Connect your music or try demo: