Jesus Peralta-Estrada

University of Southern California

(323) 680-7944

jesusape@usc.edu

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Objective

I am an Electrical and Computer Engineering student driven by a passion for computer hardware and performance tuning. I am interested in maximizing video game performance through CPU, GPU, and low-level system optimization.

Education

University of Southern California, Vitberi School on Engineering

Expected Graduation: May 2028

Experience

USC CURVE Program, Paid Research

(September 2024 - December 2024)

• Researching with Professor Sandeep Gupta learning to develop algorithms through problem-solving and curiosity providing potential improvements in engineering
• Investigate theoretical ways of modifying designed systems to improve electrical methodologies

USC Viterbi Summer Institute, Research

(July 2024-August 2024)

• Researched at USC Khan Lab with a PhD student for 12 hrs/wk per week
• Presented a poster to faculty and PhD students analyzing structures of logic gates, boolean algebra, semiconductors, ICs, MOSFETs

Computer Building

(March 2023-June 2023)

• Assembled 5+ computers delivering increased school resources and work productivity for students

IoT Alarm Clock, Project

(December 2025)

• Designed an Alarm Clock w/ RPI, MQTT server, local API, and customized alarm that doesn't turn off until thermal sensor stops detecting user

Skills

• Knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, CSS, MATLAB, PBASIC, C++, Python, Vi/Vim
• Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Native)
• Curious, Engaging, Enthusiastic, Tenacious Work-Ethic, Open-Minded, Patient
• Bodybuilding, Beatboxing, ESPORTS