Rayane Debbarh

Junior | Alma College | Major: Computer Science | Minor: Business Administration

Email: ardebbarh@gmail.com

Portfolio

GitHub: https://github.com/rayanedebbarh

Education

Alma College, Alma, MI

B.S. Major: Computer Science, Minor: Business Administration, GPA 3.40

Computer Science Coursework

Algorithms and Data structures

• Designed and analyzed algorithms for searching, sorting, and graph traversal with a focus on efficiency.
• Implemented data structures such as stacks, queues, linked lists, trees, and hash maps in Java and Python.

Computer Organization

• Developed understanding of how computers execute instructions at the hardware level, including memory systems and CPU design.
• Explored low-level programming concepts using MARIE assembly to reinforce hardware-software interaction.

Operating Systems

• Gained experience with system-level programming involving process management, memory allocation, and file systems.
• Implemented OS concepts such as multithreading, semaphores, and scheduling using C and Python.

Object-Oriented Design & Programming

• Applied object-oriented principles like inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation to develop structured applications.
• Built modular programs in Java to solve real-world problems with reusable, maintainable code.

Computer Game Programming

• Developed interactive 2D games using real-time animation, player input, and event-driven logic.
• Implemented mechanics like collision detection, scoring systems, and character movement using Python.

Intro to Game Programming

• Learned foundational game development concepts, including sprite control, scene management, and game loops.
• Created playable prototypes using Pygame to build skills in logic flow and user input handling.

Problem-Solving With Python

• Practiced writing clean, efficient Python code to solve algorithmic problems and small challenges.
• Strengthened debugging and logical reasoning skills through hands-on exercises and mini-projects.

Projects

Personal Website

• Designed and built this personal website using HTML5 and CSS to showcase professional background and technical projects.
• Used GitHub for version control and deployed the site via GitHub Pages for public access.
• Enhanced responsiveness, layout structure, and styling to ensure a consistent experience across all screen sizes.

2D Multiplayer Game

• Created a multiplayer 2D fighting game using Python and Pygame with animated characters and sound effects.
• Programmed game mechanics including health bars, collision detection, and round-based combat logic.
• Designed a full user interface with welcome, pause, and victory screens for the complete game flow.

Interactive Shape Selector

• Created a menu-driven shape selector using Python and PyCharm.
• Allowed users to choose between triangles and quadrilaterals.
• Drew selected shapes based on user input with if-else control.

Dice Game

• Developed a turn-based dice game in Java based on Pig Dice rules using IntelliJ IDEA
• Applied object-oriented programming principles by organizing logic into separate classes for dice, players, and game mechanics.
• Created a strategy simulator to analyze optimal risk thresholds for computer decision-making.

Basketball Simulation

• Developed a basketball simulation game using Python with Pygame, NumPy, and random.
• Included sound effects and a basketball image for a more realistic experience.
• Applied object-oriented programming to manage logic and visuals.

Check out more of my work on GitHub: github.com/rayanedebbarh