About
I am a PhD candidate in Systems Engineering at George Washington University, advised by Professor John Helveston. My work focuses on data science, quantitative modeling, and software development for human behavior and sustainable transportation. I develop open-source software for survey design and discrete choice modeling, and build full-stack research applications with , Python, Quarto, Shiny, and PostgreSQL. I also apply agentic AI engineering to design and deploy LLM-powered workflows that automate complex research and development tasks.
Check out my Resume and CV here:
Researches
My researches are proudly funded by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
- Data Science: I study human behavior in sustainable transportation using discrete choice models and scenario simulation, focusing on smart charging adoption and economy to generate policy suggestions for policymakers and utilities.
- Open-Source Software: I develop open-source tools for survey research, including surveydown, a programmable, markdown-based survey platform built on Quarto, Shiny, and PostgreSQL, and its companion GUI sdstudio.
- Agentic AI Engineering: I build reproducible workflows around Claude Code with plugins, skills, MCPs, and hooks. I document the tutorials and my own workflows in my blog, and run a workshop on GW TAI for researchers and developers.
Other Sections
- Blog: I write blog posts on this section, mainly for encapsulating my thoughts and ideas during my research. I also write tutorials and guides for the tools and packages I use or develop.
- Works: I collect my works on this section, including journal & conference papers, storybooks, workshops, conference slides, and posters.
Expertise
Degrees
- (Ongoing) Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Management and Systems Engineering at George Washington University, advised by professor John Helveston.
- M.P.E. - Master of Professional Engineering in Mechanical Engineering at Sydney University, qualified by Engineers Australia.
- B.S. - Bachelor of Science in Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering at Penn State University, with a minor of Six Sigma.
Skills
- Agentic AI Engineering: Claude Code Workflows, AI Skill Authoring, Harness Design
- Data Science: PostgreSQL, tidyverse, ggplot, Survey Design, Discrete Choice Modeling, Logit Modeling
- Programming: R, Python, Git, SQL, Shell, JavaScript, App Development
- Web Development: Quarto, R Shiny, HTML, CSS, Website Design and Deployment
Languages
- Chinese Mandarin - Native language
- English - Proficient technical writing and oral communication
Personal Life
Throughout the past years, I have traveled, lived, and worked in different countries, including China, USA, Australia, and Germany. I’m currently based in Greater Melbourne, Australia.
I am married and have a busy and enjoyable life with my wife. We have a cat named Pinocchio.
