Patrick Lupton

B.Sc. Computer Science with an Industrial Year

• Relevant modules: Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence.
• Participated in time-boxed Builder’s Club hackathons, building rapid prototypes using Agile workflows and pair programming, with a short technical pitch at the end of each session.

A-Levels

• Mathematics (A*), Further Mathematics (A*), Computer Science (A)
• Extended Project: “AI Chatbots and Incel Culture” (A)

• Engineered a full-stack web application to merge multiple PDF documents using C# and Minimal APIs, handling complex file streams with asynchronous I/O.
• Implemented robust server-side validation and error handling to ensure data integrity and prevent non-PDF uploads.
• Optimised user experience by integrating SortableJS for drag-and-drop file reordering, ensuring the frontend state synced with backend processing.
• Architected a stateless, in-memory processing pipeline, trading persistent storage for improved user privacy, memory efficiency, and simpler operational complexity, with immediate resource deallocation via IDisposable memory streams.

• Designed a modular building management simulation applying core object-oriented principles, with clear separation of concerns to support extensibility.
• Made explicit design decisions around class responsibilities and inheritance to balance flexibility with simplicity.
• Version-controlled development using Git, maintaining a clean commit history across iterative feature additions.

Technical Solutions Analyst

• Conducted rigorous research and technical assessment of 10+ metaverse platforms to identify the most suitable solution for hosting interactive virtual events with estimates of over 1,000 attendees worldwide.
• Created a weighted decision matrix to evaluate virtual event platforms by mapping business requirements (cost-efficiency, accessibility, scalability) to technical constraints including API complexity, user concurrency limits, and native monetisation.
• Documented and presented conclusions to stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making through clear trade-off analysis.
• Collaborated with the design team to develop and test virtual environments, ensuring adherence to accessibility standards and technical goals.

Student Volunteer

• Led and managed a successful fundraising campaign, generating £3,000 (750% over target) through the organisation and execution of multiple events.
• Delivered operational support and hands-on teaching during an 8-day mission to The Gambia, demonstrating adaptability and resourcefulness in a dynamic, high-impact environment.
• Utilised strong cross-cultural communication and dynamic teamwork to collaborate daily with a team of volunteers and local staff, ensuring the effective execution of key on-site support projects.