Hi, I'm YLex Liao

Computer Science Student |

15+ Projects

3+ Years Experience

5+ Technologies

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Education: MSc student at Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Background: Computer Science (AI Concentration) from HKBU

Interests: AI, Machine Learning, Immersive Technologies

Skills: Deep Learning, Unity (2D & 3D), Full Stack Dev

Experience: Microsoft AI Lab, HKBU Research Assistant

✓ Ready to innovate the metaverse!

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About Me

Hello! I'm YLex Liao

I'm a passionate MSc student at Hong Kong Polytechnic University with a background in Computer Science(AI Concentration) from Hong Kong Baptist University. My research interests span artificial intelligence, machine learning, and immersive technologies, supported by hands-on work in deep learning and Unity (2D & 3D).

I've contributed to cutting-edge research during internships and gained industry exposure at Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Lab. I'm passionate about leveraging AI and game development to shape innovative metaverse experiences.

Key Achievements

Microsoft AI Internship

Selected for competitive AI research program

15+ Projects Completed

Range from AI to full-stack applications

Global Game Jam Participant

48-hour game development challenge

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

Python 90%

JavaScript 85%

Java 80%

C# 60%

HTML/CSS 85%

Frameworks & Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Vue.js

React

Unity

MongoDB

Git

OpenCV

Education & Research

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)

Hong Kong Baptist University

2020 - 2024

Graduated with honors in Computer Science. Specialized in artificial intelligence and software development with strong foundation in algorithms and data structures.

Intern AI Engineer

Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Lab

Summer 2023

Gained industry exposure focusing on AI applications. Developed ballet pose recognition system using computer vision techniques.

Research Assistant (ML)

Hong Kong Baptist University

Summer 2023

Contributed to cutting-edge research developing machine learning solutions. Focused on computer vision and deep learning applications.

MSc in Metaverse Technology

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

2024 - Present

Currently pursuing Master's degree focusing on immersive technologies, AI integration in virtual environments, and Unity development.

Featured Projects

Live Demo

Code

Food Recognition System

Featured

Final Year Project - AI-powered food recognition system using computer vision and deep learning techniques. Achieves 92% accuracy on diverse food datasets.

Python TensorFlow Computer Vision Deep Learning

92% Accuracy

10K+ Images

GitHub

Ballet Pose Recognition

Internship

Microsoft AI & IoT Insider Labs internship project for recognizing and analyzing ballet poses using computer vision.

Python OpenCV Machine Learning Pose Detection

GitHub

Game Recommendation System

Academic

Personalized game recommendation system based on user preferences and gaming behavior analysis.

Python Machine Learning Web Development Data Analysis

GitHub

The Bubble's Age

Competition

48-hour Global Game Jam project. Created a complete game demo with innovative gameplay mechanics.

Unity C# Game Development 48h Challenge

GitHub

Battle for the Abyss

Academic

Metaverse VR FPS game with immersive combat mechanics and objective-based gameplay.

Unity VR Development C# 3D Graphics

GitHub

AI Image Detection

Research

Deep learning prototype to distinguish real from AI-generated images using advanced pattern recognition.

Python Deep Learning Computer Vision Pattern Recognition

GitHub

Transformer Translation

Academic

Implementation of Transformer model for English-French translation with attention mechanisms.

Python Transformer NLP PyTorch

GitHub

Secure File Management

Personal

Web application for secure file encryption, decryption, and key management with modern security practices.

Web Development Cryptography Security JavaScript