About

Diligent student with a passion for science, mathematics and psychology and a love for problem solving.

An out of the box, creative and curious thinker who enjoys finding new ways to solve modern challenges in a sustainable way.

Basic Information
Email:
farrellminette@gmail.com
Address:
Paarl, Western Cape
Language:
English, Afrikaans
Skills
Languages
  • Python
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Flask
  • React
  • C
  • ARM (assembly)
  • Java
  • R
  • MatLab
  • gRPC
  • Projects

    I completed a few courses in HTML, Flask and CSS. I created this website to test my understanding and apply the acquired knowledge in a real world situation.

    Soft skills
  • Adaptability
  • Agile
  • STAR thinking process
  • SMART goals
  • Time management skills
  • Strong work ethic
  • Creative thinking
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Tools
  • VSCode
  • Intellij
  • STM32
  • Jupyter Notebook
  • GitLab/GitHub Pages
  • CI/CD
  • Education

    2020 - present

    BEng Data Engineering

    Electric and Electronic Specialization
    More Information
    Stellenbosch University

    Stellenbosch, Western Cape

  • First year average: 79%
  • Second year average: 72%
  • Third year average: 70%
  • Achieved distinctions in 20 subjects

    Achieved a Dean’s Merit in 9 subjects

    Part of the Gloden Key Society (from first year 2020)

    Chosen as a class representative for Mathematical Statistics 214, Mathematical Statistics 245 and Mathematical Statistics 246

    2015-2019

    National Senior Certificate
    LaRochelle Girls' High School

    Paarl, Western Cape

    Awarded best cultural and academic student of the year 2019

    Graduated fourth in my matric class with an average of 89.5%

    8 Distinctions:

  • English Home Language
  • Afrikaans Huistaal
  • Mathematics
  • Physical Science
  • Life Science
  • Geography
  • Music
  • Life Orientation
  • Interests
    Mathematics

    From a young age, I have always loved building puzzles and solving problems. I competed in every Math Olympiad Competition I could find where I learnt how to calmly and strategically approach problems that you have never seen before.

    Dance

    To quote Abba, "Mother says I was a dancer before I could walk". I particularly loved Irish dance that consists of two parts: hard shoe for days when you need to make some noise and let off steam. And on the opposite side, soft shoe which felt like the softer, more sensitive side of life.

    Music

    Music has played a major role in my life. I grew with with sisters who are fantastic musuicians and they inspired and encouraged me to pursue and enjoy the art of music. My favourite instruments are piano and drumkit. As with my dancing, I enjoyed having both sides of the musical experience. My favourite composers are:

    • Rachmaninoff
    • Franz Chopin
    • J.S. Bach
    • Hans Zimmer
    • Abel Korzenovsky
    Books

    I enjoy reading in my spare time. Some of the books that I have enjoyed include:

    • The Brothers Karamazov - Fyodor Dostoevsky
    • The Gentleman In Moscow - Amor Towles
    • The Secret Countess - Eca Ibbotson
    • The Man from St Petersburg, Fall of the Giants, Winter of the World, Edge of Eternity - Ken Follett
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    I also enjoy researching and reading about the brain, neuroscience and psychology. Some books I enjoyed:

    • The Tides of the Mind - David Gelernter
    • How to eat and think yourself smart - Dr Caroline Leaf
    • Why we sleep - Matthew Walker

    References
    Contact Me

    Phone

    073 516 4555

    Email

    farrellminette@gmail.com