Honor Society® member
Niko Macario
Intern at Think Neuro Society
- Math and Music
- Class of 2024
- Pleasanton, CA
Member since June 2023
About
Hello, I’m Niko Macario, an upcoming senior at Amador Valley High School in Pleasanton, California. My passions include computer science, mathematics, and music.
Education
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Amador Valley HighSchool
2020 – 2024
Honors and awards
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Regional Winner/Finalist in Technology Student Association (TSA) 2023
I competed in the Music Composition and Production event and composed a piece titled "Drive." I utilized virtual instruments and sound processing technology through MuseScore software. Additionally, I used my electric guitar to perform the solo.
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Regional Winner/Finalist in Technology Student Association (TSA) 2023
I competed in the Music Composition and Production event and composed a piece titled "Drive." I utilized virtual instruments and sound processing technology through MuseScore software. Additionally, I used my electric guitar to perform the solo.
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1st Place International Youth Music Competition
I competed in the composition of orchestral music
Goals and interests
- Career goal
As a Video Game Developer and Programmer, I aim to pursue a career that allows me to contribute to the creation of cutting-edge projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and actively engage in continuous learning. With the advancement of modern technology, I envision writing clean and efficient code, debugging and troubleshooting software issues, and working with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Throughout the course of my education, I want to understand more about C++, C#, and Python to acquire a stronger foundation in programming languages. Whether designing captivating levels, optimizing performance, or formulating codes, I aspire to create games that leave a lasting impact on the gaming industry.
- Graduate school interests
Math, Music, Coding, Science
- Outside the classroom
When I’m taking a break from reading codes, I switch to playing my guitar, composing music (classical, jazz, or other genres),
gaming with my friends, and drawing. I also am a varsity swimmer, and I enjoy traveling to relax, explore new places, experience different cultures, and connect people.
Experience
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Intern
Think Neuro Society
Jul 2023 – Aug 2023
Volunteering
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I tutored and assisted young students from sixth to eighth grade in learning how to code using various programming languages. I taught them HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring that every student felt challenged and motivated to learn.
Amador Valley Coding Night
Dec 2022 – Feb 2023
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
Additional information
Organizations
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AV Dons Guitar Club
