Hello, I'm Athmane Benarous

Software Engineering Grad | Learner | Innovator

About Me

I am a passionate Software Engineering student at McGill University with a Minor in Aerospace Engineering. I am actively engaged in software engineering projects and innovative solutions. With expertise in development, cybersecurity, and data analytics, I consistently bring creative solutions to complex challenges.

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Technical Skills

Professional Experience

Russet House – IT Developer

Oct 2023 – Present

Developing and maintaining SCADA software with an emphasis on reliability and real-time performance.

Hydro QuΓ©bec – Cybersecurity Intern

May 2024 – Aug 2024

Streamlined cybersecurity classification reports using Power BI and Power Automate while managing ML-driven applications with Python scripts for geolocation and secure data transfers.

Russet House – CRM Development Intern

May 2023 – Aug 2023

Collaborated on gathering requirements, designed an SQL database, and modernized web pages with ASP.NET and C#.

CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-MontrΓ©al – BI Intern

May 2022 – Aug 2022

Worked within an Agile team to develop solutions using Power Apps, Power BI, and Power Automate while building web components with TypeScript.

GSK – Laboratory Technician & Programming Contributor

May 2021 – Aug 2021

Led a laboratory reorganization project and developed an inventory tracking system using Excel VBA to improve efficiency.

Projects & Hackathons

BragainBot

McHacks 12 Hackathon - Jan 2025

Implemented an AI-driven application to negotiate ISP pricing in real time.

Tech Stack: React.js, Express.js

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GreenFilter AI

GenAI Competition – AI EarthHack - Jan 2024

Developed a layered AI model to validate sustainable solutions using cleaned data sets.

Tech Stack: Python, Jupyter Notebook

GitHub Repo

Flight Computer Simulation

McGill Rocket Team - Sep 2022 to Aug 2023

Simulated rocket flight dynamics with RocketPy and integrated with STM32-based hardware.

Tech Stack: Python, C

Higher, Higher! – Interactive Learning Game

SimpliHacks Hackathon - Jun 2022

Designed an engaging AdobeXD prototype and built an interactive React.js game to educate users about environmental issues.

Tech Stack: React.js, Git, AdobeXD

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Akademos – Student Productivity App

Code.Jam() XI Hackathon - Feb 2022

Developed an Android app featuring to-do lists, reminders, and study timers to enhance student productivity.

Tech Stack: Kotlin, Git

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Hermes – Discord Bot

McHacks 9 Hackathon - Jan 2022

Created a Discord bot for efficient message management and delivery.

Tech Stack: Java, Git

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Purposeful – Idea Sharing Platform

School Project - Apr 2023

Collaborated on a full-stack project integrating frontend, backend, and database to create a platform for sharing innovative ideas.

Tech Stack: Java, Spring, Gherkin, Next.js, Git

GitHub Repo

Museum Management Software

School Project - Dec 2022

Engineered a system to manage museum collections, staff, and visitor interactions using Java, Spring Boot, and Vue.js.

Tech Stack: Java, Spring, Gherkin, Vue.js, Git

GitHub Repo

Spain Travelling Website

School Project - May 2021

Developed an informational travelling website with a custom logo and responsive design.

Tech Stack: HTML, CSS

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Inventory Tracking Program

Work Project - Aug 2021

Designed a VBA macro to streamline inventory management for a laboratory team.

Tech Stack: VBA

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Awards & Recognitions

Bulletin+ Award

Bois-de-Boulogne College - May 2021

Honored for over 60 hours of dedicated volunteer service in the education sector.

McGill Math and Science Award

McGill University - May 2019

Recognized for exceptional performance in mathematics and science during high school.