Dylan Yáñez

Background: Dylan Yáñez, a native of El Paso, Texas, is a senior first-generation college student pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science at the University of Texas at San Antonio where he holds a GPA of 3.91. Despite facing unique challenges as a first-generation student, Dylan has consistently demonstrated a deep dedication to his studies and a remarkable aptitude for academic pursuits. His interests encompass data science, software development, and low-level coding. During the summer, he served as the project leader for the summer research project, overseeing and leading the team of students.

Internship Goals: Dylan aims to leverage his strong academic background and passion for learning during his internship at Texas A&M Corpus-Christi. He seeks to apply his theoretical knowledge in practical settings, particularly in the realms of data analytics and GIS for precision agriculture. Through this experience, Dylan looks forward to further honing his skills and gaining valuable insights into real-world applications of computer science.

Career Aspirations: Dylan harbors aspirations of becoming a leading data scientist, driven by a desire to make a positive impact on society and contribute to addressing pressing global challenges. He envisions a career characterized by innovation and compassion, where he can leverage his skills to help those in need and drive meaningful change. In pursuit of his goals, Dylan plans to pursue graduate studies to further expand his knowledge and expertise.

Interests: In his free time, Dylan immerses himself in coding personal projects, exploring the outdoors, and engaging in research endeavors. His insatiable curiosity and dedication to tackling complex problems are evident in his various undertakings. One notable project he developed is a unique music player that addresses issues faced by users of mainstream platforms, such as limited music selection due to copyright restrictions and the risk of losing content. Dylan’s music player solves these problems by leveraging the power of APIs to provide a lightweight, reliable, and comprehensive listening experience, complete with features like playlist management.