Finley Vickers | Portfolio

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About Me

I am a computer science student at the University of Victoria, motivated by learning and new ideas. I am seeking experience with industry leaders on the frontlines of tech innovation. I have experience with various practical concepts, including git and other project management methods. I have a special interest in software security and analysis, as well as IT management.

Resume

Education

University of Victoria, Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science 09-2023 – 05-2027

Bachelor of Computer Science

Skills

Programming: Python, Java, C#, C++, Bash
Data analysis: Jupyter, MS Excel, Visual Basic, R
Web Development: JavaScript, Vercel, HTML, CSS
Operating Systems: Unix/Linux, MS Windows, MacOSX
Software: Visual Studio, Unity, Microsoft Office, IntelliJ
Linux System Administration: Arch, Debian, Ubuntu, multi-user management, distributed systems
Project Management: Git, SVN, Kanban boards, Agile, documentation

Technical Projects

Productivity Timer 01-2025 – Present

Developed a Chrome extension featuring a Pomodoro timer with modern UI using Vue.js and CSS animations to enhance productivity.
Implemented customizable timer durations, auto-start options, and theme customization with gradient-based progress indicators.
Integrated Chrome Extension APIs for notifications and storage, ensuring cross-session persistence of user preferences.
Designed animated transitions and circular progress visuals using CSS gradients, adhering to Chrome Web Store guidelines.
Resolved browser compatibility issues and optimized performance for low-memory environments.

BlackBox Secure File Container 01-2025 – Present

Developed a secure desktop application in Java using GTK to create encrypted file containers with AES-256-CBC encryption and PBKDF2 key derivation.
Implemented secure storage with unique salts and initialization vectors (IVs) for each container, enhancing data integrity and security.
Designed an intuitive CLI and GUI interface, enabling users to manage encrypted containers, add/extract files, and perform batch operations.
Ensured cross-platform compatibility by leveraging Java 17+, allowing the application to run on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.
Utilized IntelliJ IDEA for development, adhering to Agile methodologies and version control with Git for efficient project management.

Remote Management CLI 02-2025 – Present

Developed a terminal-based remote server monitoring tool in Rust, featuring real-time CPU, memory, and disk usage tracking.
Implemented a responsive Terminal User Interface (TUI) using Ratatui, displaying historical performance data with interactive graphs.
Secured connections via SSH with authentication methods including SSH agent and password fallback, ensuring minimal server access requirements.
Optimized for low resource overhead, allowing efficient monitoring without significant impact on server performance.
Utilized Rust's async capabilities and OpenSSL for secure communication, adhering to Agile methodologies with Git version control.

Work Experience

Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, BC

Retail Associate 06-2024 – 09-2024

Assisted customers with finding merchandise and helping them make informed decisions.
Got specialized training on brands like Arc'teryx and Patagonia

Rentals Technician 10-2022 – 02-2023

Communicated with customers to adjust and repair gear to specifications.
Worked with managers and supervisors to efficiently communicate with all team members.

Training, Certificates and Extracurricular Activities

C# Course: C# Basics for Beginners: Learn C# Fundamentals by Coding (via Udemy)
Python Course: Automate the Boring Stuff with Python programming (via Udemy)
C++ Course: Beginning C++ Programming – From Beginner to Beyond (Via Udemy)

Projects

BlackBox Secure File Container

Java Security Encryption GTK

Secure desktop application for creating encrypted file containers using AES-256-CBC encryption and PBKDF2 key derivation. Features both CLI and GUI interfaces for managing encrypted data with cross-platform support.

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ProductivityKeeper

JavaScript Vue.js CSS Chrome Extension

A Chrome extension featuring a Pomodoro timer to help stay productive with a beautiful, modern UI. Includes customizable work/break durations, visual progress indicators, multiple timer modes, and theme options.

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Remote Management CLI

Rust TUI SSH OpenSSL

Terminal-based remote server monitoring tool developed in Rust, featuring real-time system metrics tracking, interactive performance graphs, and secure SSH connections. Optimized for low resource overhead to efficiently monitor servers without impacting performance.

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Storage Helper

C++ Qt6 CMake Multi-threading

A powerful C++ application built with Qt6 that helps manage large files on your system. Features multi-threaded directory scanning, size-based filtering, file type categorization, and efficient memory usage. Includes a modern UI for sorting and managing files with direct file system integration.

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RustNZB (Work in Progress)

Rust CLI Async Networking

A fast and efficient CLI-based NZB client written in Rust. Features concurrent downloads using async Rust, multiple server support with failover, SSL/TLS encryption, and progress tracking. Includes YAML configuration for server management and comprehensive post-processing capabilities.

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