Shomil Jain

Shomil Jain

San Francisco, California, United States
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About

Currently working on Cursor, the AI code editor. I write about things I’m working on at…

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Experience

  • Cursor Graphic

    Cursor

    San Francisco, CA

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    San Francisco, California, United States

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    San Francisco, California, United States

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    San Francisco, California, United States

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    Berkeley, California, United States

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    San Francisco, California, United States

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    Berkeley, California, United States

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    Santa Clara, California

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    Berkeley, CA

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    Berkeley, CA

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    Los Angeles, California

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    Los Gatos, California

Education

  • University of California, Berkeley Graphic

    University of California, Berkeley

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    Recipient of the Regents & Chancellor's Scholarship.

    Technical Coursework:

    CS 61A: Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs
    CS 61B: Data Structures & Algorithms
    CS 61C: Machine Structures
    CS 70: Discrete Mathematics and Probability Theory
    CS 161: Computer Security
    CS 162: Operating Systems
    CS 170: Efficient Algorithms and Intractable Problems
    CS 184: Computer Graphics and Imaging
    CS 186: Database Systems
    CS 188: Artificial Intelligence
    CS…

    Recipient of the Regents & Chancellor's Scholarship.

    Technical Coursework:

    CS 61A: Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs
    CS 61B: Data Structures & Algorithms
    CS 61C: Machine Structures
    CS 70: Discrete Mathematics and Probability Theory
    CS 161: Computer Security
    CS 162: Operating Systems
    CS 170: Efficient Algorithms and Intractable Problems
    CS 184: Computer Graphics and Imaging
    CS 186: Database Systems
    CS 188: Artificial Intelligence
    CS 189: Machine Learning
    CS 194-100: Social Justice in EECS
    CS 195: Social Implications of Computer Technology
    CS 262A: Advanced Operating Systems [Graduate]
    CS 294-171: Privacy Preserving Systems [Graduate]

    ELENG 16A/B: Signals & Systems

    Other Coursework:

    UGBA 107: The Social, Political and Ethical Environment of Business
    PUBPOL 190: Ethics in a Cataclysmic Age

    Teaching:

    CS 161: Computer Security (Su20, Fa20, Sp21, Fa21)

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Volunteer Experience

  • Town of Los Gatos Graphic

    Youth Commission Chair

    Town of Los Gatos

    - 3 years 11 months

    • Selected by the mayor & chief of police to lead 26 youth commissioners on an advisory board to the Town Council
    • Led the smoking ordinance subcommittee in successfully strengthening the town’s smoking & vaping policy
    • Led green bike lane & youth crisis text line initiatives
    • Organized a presentation on the ACA-10 Bill by a CA State Assemblymember in the Town Chambers

  • Founder & Full Stack Engineer

    The Filos Project

    - 1 year 3 months

    Education

    • Conceptualized and launched a novel discussion-based platform to connect students of diverse backgrounds through the classroom.
    • Created a product roadmap for iOS, Android, and a Javascript-based cloud backend; led a team of five student developers.
    • Successfully piloted the system in English classes at Los Gatos High School and incorporated a non-profit to expand the platform.
    • Media Coverage:…

    • Conceptualized and launched a novel discussion-based platform to connect students of diverse backgrounds through the classroom.
    • Created a product roadmap for iOS, Android, and a Javascript-based cloud backend; led a team of five student developers.
    • Successfully piloted the system in English classes at Los Gatos High School and incorporated a non-profit to expand the platform.
    • Media Coverage: https://www.mercurynews.com/2017/09/14/standing-up-to-racism-theres-an-app-for-that/
    • Learn more: https://filosproject.wixsite.com/home

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    FLL Mentor

    FIRST

    - 2 years 6 months

    • Created & mentored an award-winning team of elementary/middle school students over 3 seasons in the First Lego League Robotics program
    • Helped team members develop teamwork, cooperation, research, programming, engineering, and presentation techniques. Advanced to regional & state tournaments

  • Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation Graphic

    Summer School TA

    Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation

    - 3 years

    • Managed front office communications & school attendance
    • Worked with multiple teachers to prepare lessons & co-teach classes

Projects

Honors & Awards

  • Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship

    UC Berkeley

    The Regents’ and Chancellor’s Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship offered by UC Berkeley to entering undergraduates, and attracts, retains, and graduates the most sought-after students in the world. The scholarship is awarded to the top 2% of applicants to UC Berkeley.

  • Los Gatos Youth Citizen of the Year

    Los Gatos Youth Park

    Awarded to youth who have made significant contributions to the community and serve as role models for other young people.

  • Rensselaer Medal Award

    Los Gatos High School & Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

    Awarded for outstanding academic achievement in the study of mathematics and science.

  • The Steve Jobs Award

    Los Gatos High School

    Awarded for outstanding achievement in computer science.

  • Special Award from TechLab Education

    Synopsys Science and Technology Championship

    Received a special award from TechLab Education for the project: "ACE: Assistive Crosswalk Engagement through Dedicated Short-Range Communication between Vehicles and Pedestrians."

  • AP Scholar with Distinction

    Los Gatos High School

  • Student of the Month

    The Board of Trustees of the Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District

    Awarded for exemplifying the gold standard in personal excellence and citizenship.

  • 1st Place Category Award - Synopsys Science and Technology Championship

    Synopsys Science & Technology Championship

    Received a first place category award and an invitation to the California State Science Fair for the project: "Developing an Artificial Turf Field with Embedded Thermoelectric Generators for Heat Absorption and Electricity Generation".

Organizations

  • Los Gatos United Soccer League & Liverpool Football Club

    Youth Soccer Referee

    - Present

    Refereed 300+ league and tournament youth soccer games, including 10 championships.

  • Shining Stars Respite (Los Gatos)

    Volunteer

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    • Provided personal, one-to-one care to special-needs children • Created a fun, safe environment for each 5-hour session

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