Hackathon / LLM Workflow
Catasktrophy
Created a business workflow hackathon project that turns incoming requests into structured tasks using an LLM, supports role based assignment, and lets admins configure reusable department templates.
Computer Science Student
Ashton Raber
Hi, I am Ashton, a Computer Science student keen about building software, solving complex problems, and learning new technologies through hands on projects.
- Based in British Columbia
- Focused on software, AI, and systems
- Building practical tools that solve real problems
About Me
Why I chose computer science
It started back in high school when I started learning HTML and found it was like learning a different way to think. I find that learning programming has taught me to think more critically about how computers and programs around me operate on a regular basis.
Projects
Things I've built and explored
C / Systems
Unix Shell
Built a Unix-style shell in C with command parsing, process creation, and execution flow that mirrors a lightweight terminal experience.
AI / Game Strategy
The Game of the Amazons
Built a deterministic tournament AI using monte carlo tree search, alpha beta pruning, and a territory control heuristic to improve decisions and overall performance.
Full Stack / E-Commerce
Full Stack Commerce Project
Built a full stack web application with an e-commerce style structure, connecting frontend flows, backend logic, and data handling into one project.
Full Stack / Project Management
Okanagan Connect
Built a full stack project to track project progress, used Smartsheet for monitoring, and delivered weekly sponsor updates to keep progress visible and organized.
Java / AI Logic
Fantastic Bits AI
Created a logic based AI solution for a CodinGame challenge, balancing strategy, prediction, and rule based decision making.
Skills
Tools, languages, and core concepts
Programming
- C
- Java
- Python
- JavaScript
Web
- HTML
- CSS
- Responsive Layouts
- React
- WebGL
Tools & Workflow
- GitHub
- Docker
- UML Diagrams
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Git (Command Line)
- Smartsheet's
- AI-Assisted Development / Automation
- Android Studio
Databases
- SQL
- MongoDB
- Firebase
Concepts
- Data Structures
- Networking Fundamentals
- AI and Automation
- Problem Solving
Work Experience
Hands on work
Construction Labourer
Sun N Fun Cedar Docks
- Built and installed dock structures for customers.
- Worked with construction tools and equipment in practical field conditions.
- Strengthened teamwork, problem solving, and on-site adaptability.
Cutting Department Supervisor
Alpine Spa Hot Tub Covers
- Managed AutoMetrix cutting table operations and day-to-day workflow.
- Trained staff and improved consistency across the department.
Education
Academic background
B.S. Computer Science
University of British Columbia Okanagan
Associate of Science
Okanagan College
Interests
Things that keep life balanced
Fishing
Fishing trips around British Columbia and time outdoors whenever I can get it.
Travel / Outdoors
Exploring new places, environments, and communities that make each place memorable.
Contact