Intro

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Hi! My name is Will McIntyre, and I am a 1B Mechatronics Engineering Student at the University of Waterloo currently looking for a co-op position for winter 2023. I am a passionate student with aspirations in software development and an interest in mechatronics systems.

With my experience using Python and C++ complimenting additional knowledge of C, C# and HTML/CSS, I am confident in my software abilities while continually looking to improve. On the hardware side, hands on robotics experience has enhanced my design, leadership and technical skills.

Throughout my life I have always strived to better my abilities, whether that be in school, sport, or work, and push the limits of performance and knowledge daily.

Check out my work to see some of the cool projects I've done!

Work

Mindfuel Questions Tic-Tac-Toe Sumo Firefighter Hangboard

Mindfuel

Mindfuel is an innovative Flask-based web application paired with a separate CLI script and MySQL backend that provides daily motivational quotes to users.

Skills:

  • Python
  • Flask
  • PythonAnywhere Cloud Integration
  • MySQl & Flask-SQLAlchemy ORM
  • HTML5/CSS3
  • CLI Development

Questionable Questions

ASP.NET Web Application that tracks funny questions asked in class using a local database.

Skills:

  • ASP.NET Core 6.0
  • HTML5/CSS3
  • SQL
  • C#
  • MVC Web Design
Code

Tic-Tac-Toe Robot

Collaborated within a small, multidisciplinary team using LEGO technic and a LEGO EV3 brick that plays tic-tac-toe at varying difficulties against a user.

Skills:

  • RobotC
  • Hardware & Software Design Integrations
  • Incorportating High-Resolution Sensors into Robotic Systems (Gyro, Colour, Rotary-Encoder)
  • Minimax Algorithm Implimentation
Code Report

Sumo Bot

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Designed and built a robot, powered by a PIC16f887 chip, that competes against other in a sumo ring with a goal to push the opponent outside of the playing area.

Skills:

  • PCB Design and Fabrication
  • Soldering + Circuit Troubleshooting
  • Design Process Optimization and Cost Analysis
  • IR Sensor and Line-Detection System Application
Design

Firefighter Bot

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Developed a robot that navigates a maze and extinguishes flames accurately and efficiently.

Skills:

  • Implementing Linear and Rotary-Encoder Sensors
  • Deploying Optoelectronic and Spectral Sensitivity Detectors
  • Phototransistor + LCD Integrations
  • Soldering + Circuit Troubleshooting
  • Design Process and Cost Analysis
  • PIC Microcontroller Programming (Using Great Cow Basic and a PICKIT 3 Programmer)

IN PROGRESS: Climbing Hangboard

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Ongoing project to design, build and install a custom hangboard. Fixture attaches securely using wooden studs, providing an effective platform for climbing training.

Skills:

  • Utilizing SolidWorks to Design and Model a Custom Body
  • Creating Detailed Technical Drawings from SolidWorks Design
  • Selecting and Applying Suitable Drill Bits and Screws for Structural Stability
  • Balancing Functionality and Aestetics in Design and Construction
Design

Contact

Feel free to reach me at my email, look at my resume, or check out my Linkedin and Github below!