About Me
Passionate about creating innovative software solutions
Hi, I'm Lucas Franco, a recent computer science graduate from The College of New Jersey. I'm passionate about software engineering and enjoy tackling complex technical challenges to create innovative solutions that make a real impact.
Technical Skills
Languages
Technologies
Web Development
Beyond Code
When I'm not programming, you'll find me powerlifting, hiking scenic trails, gaming with friends, or playing competitive sports. I believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and staying physically active to keep my mind sharp.
Professional Experience
Building real-world solutions and gaining valuable industry experience
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Jun 2024 - Aug 2024Decision Support and En Route Site Support Intern
Developed automation solutions for system monitoring and data processing, improving operational efficiency across critical aviation systems.
- Automated system checks using bash shell scripting, reducing manual oversight time by 60%
- Built robust Python data parser processing gigabytes of aircraft data using regex and multiprocessing
- Achieved 100% performance improvement through parallel processing optimization
- Collaborated on scalable solutions for real-time aviation data analysis
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)
Aug 2021 - May 2025Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Comprehensive computer science education with focus on software engineering, AI, and system design.
Featured Projects
Innovative solutions showcasing technical expertise and creativity
Chess Playing Robot
Real-time chess move detection and autonomous playing robot using computer vision, machine learning, and robotics. Achieved 99%+ accuracy in varying lighting conditions.
AI Blackjack Agent
Reinforcement learning agent using Q-learning to master blackjack, achieving 47% win rate after training on 1 billion episodes with advanced card counting techniques.
Multiplayer Battleship
Immersive multiplayer Battleship game supporting up to 30 players using C++ socket programming and pthread multi-threading for seamless real-time gameplay.
AI Quiz Generator
YouTube video content analyzer that generates intelligent quizzes using large language models, automatically extracting and processing video transcripts.
Solar Impact Analysis
Web application analyzing solar energy adoption impact on CO2 reduction in New Jersey municipalities, featuring comprehensive data visualization and insights.
Amazon Review Analyzer
Automated web scraper using Selenium to extract and analyze Amazon product reviews, identifying potential bias patterns and reviewer authenticity.
SmartGit
AI-powered GitHub repository analyzer and code review assistant. Summarizes codebases, provides intelligent review suggestions, and helps developers quickly understand large projects.
Interested in seeing more of my work?
View All Projects on GitHubResearch & Documentation
Advanced Computer Science Research Paper
My comprehensive 25-page research paper covering advanced topics in computer science and robotics. This detailed report demonstrates my ability to conduct in-depth research, analyze complex data, and present findings in a clear, professional format suitable for academic and industry audiences.
Let's Connect
Ready to discuss opportunities and collaborate on exciting projects
Get In Touch
I'm always interested in new opportunities, challenging projects, and meaningful collaborations. Whether you're looking for a software engineer or want to discuss innovative ideas, I'd love to hear from you.