Mara Liwayway David
Aspiring software developer passionate about teaching, outreach, and coding.
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Mara volunteering as a C# Unity workshop volunteer
Hi there! My name is Mara and I'm currently a second year Computing Science student at Simon Fraser University (SFU) 🇨🇦.
My passion for the technology sector sparked when I participated in Hackergal's 4th annual hackathon in grade 8, where I found joy in problem-solving and thinking creatively.
For over 3 years, I've been teaching as a coding instructor, working with organizations like Code Ninjas, SFU Science Alive, and hosting workshops at events like Try/Catch 2024, an outreach event designed for female and non-binary high school students.
My interests include UI/UX design, web development, and tech for good. I aspire to continue blending teaching, outreach, and coding into a software developer career — empowering others while building innovative solutions.
Projects
LockedIn
Web Development
A motivation app tailored for computer science students, combining a LeetCode tracker, job application organizer, and witty quotes to keep you inspired and on track.
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Emergency Report System
Web Development
A web-based system for Metro Vancouver that allows you to report and view emergencies.
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Try/Catch 2024 Website
Web Development
Redesigned SFU Women in Computing Science's website for Try/Catch 2024, an annual outreach event for female and non-binary high school students.
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May 2024 - Present
Coding Instructor
@ SFU Science Alive
Taught a week-long AI summer camp to students grades 6 to 12 using JavaScript. Led STEM-based workshops using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Figma, and block-based programming. Developed curriculum write ups for coding workshops targeted towards middle school and high school students.
JavaScriptHTMLCSSFigmaMarch 2022 - July 2024
Coding Instructor
@ Code Ninjas
Taught week-long STEM-based coding camps to students aged 5 to 14. Assisted students with debugging their JavaScript and block-based code. Managed conflicts between students, promoting fairness and maintaining a positive learning environment.
JavaScriptLuaCommunity Involvement Experience
January 2025 - Present
FAS Student Ambassador
@ SFU Faculty of Applied Sciences
Completed ambassador training to represent SFU's Faculty of Applied Sciences in recruitment and outreach activities effectively. Led campus tours for prospective university students.
May 2024 - Present
Co-Events Coordinator
@ SFU Women in Computing Science
Elected to executive team for 2024-2025, demonstrating strong peer recognition. Planned and executed 3 welcome events for 30+ new students in one week. Managed budgets, logistics, and volunteers for successful event operations.
September 2023 - Present
Student Volunteer
@ SFU Women in Computing Science
Redesigned the Try/Catch 2024 website, improving accessibility for 100+ sign-ups. Led 4 designers to create materials for Networking Night 2024, drawing 70 attendees. Debugged C# code in Unity for 40 Try/Catch 2023 attendees.
September 2024 - December 2024
Calculus Peer Mentor
@ SFU Student Services
Assisted 2 50-minute calculus seminars per week. Guided 1-3 groups of 2-4 students per seminar to improve calculus understanding. Shared study tips and fostered an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
October 2024
Pepper Workshop Host
@ Try/Catch 2024
Taught 60 high school students to code chatbots with Python and NAOqi. Deployed and debugged Python scripts on Pepper the Robot via SSH. Resolved technical issues to ensure smooth workshop flow.
July 2024 - September 2024
FAS HIVE Welcome Leader
@ SFU Student Services
Led a campus tour and supported faculty info sessions. Moderated a Canvas course for 60 new students, responding to comments within 48 hours. Planned and ran events tailored to student interests.