Jewel

Lai Ze Syn

Computer Science student majoring in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, building practical, end-to-end projects across machine learning, software development, cloud deployment, DevOps and automation.

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2021

SPM

10A (2A+, 5A, 3A-)

2022

DIPLOMA

APU ICT STUDENT. DATA INFORMATICS

2023

DIPLOMA

APU ICT STUDENT. DATA INFORMATICS

2024

INTERNSHIP

SOLUTIONS ENGINEER INTERN @ ENFRASYS

GRADUATE

APU DIPLOMA GRADUATE

2025

DEGREE

SWINBURNE Y2 CS STUDENT • DOUBLE DEGREE IN DS & AI

INTERNSHIP

CLOUD INTERN @ VISION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING SDN BHD.

2026

DEGREE

SWINBURNE Y3 CS STUDENT • DOUBLE DEGREE IN DS & AI

CERTIFICATION

AWS CERTIFIED AI PRACTITIONER

CERTIFICATION

AWS CERTIFIED CLOUD PRACTITIONER

About

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Jewel Lai smiling by the waterfront

My Story

Hey, it's Jewel here. One of the things I enjoy most is taking ideas that only exist in my imagination, and turning them into something real, functional, and meaningful.

As a typical June Gemini, I guess you can already tell that curiosity is a huge part of who I am. I enjoy exploring new ideas, experimenting with different technologies, and figuring out how things work. In a world where AI is everywhere, I believe our greatest advantage isn't competing against it. It's learning how to use it creatively.

I'm currently a final-year Computer Science student majoring in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. Along the way, I found myself becoming more interested in Cloud and DevOps, while still enjoying software development, AI, and data. I've never liked limiting myself to just one area, so I've always explored different technologies whenever the opportunity came. Looking back, that's probably why my portfolio feels a little more colourful.

Outside of tech, you'll probably find me at the gym, doing Pilates, scuba diving with my sisters, travelling with friends and family, or behind a camera capturing moments. Nice to meet you. :)

Working Experience

December 2025 - February 2026

Cloud Intern

Vision Technology Consulting Sdn. Bhd. (A Vetece Company)

OCI cloud operations research, OS management automation, and AI-assisted log analysis for enterprise support workflows

  • Explored Oracle Cloud Infrastructure through hands-on labs covering compute, networking, storage, monitoring, and cloud architecture fundamentals.
  • Evaluated OCI OS Management Hub for Linux and Windows patch management, package management, software source control, and lifecycle automation.
  • Built an AI-assisted log analysis prototype (Chatbot) using OCI Logging, Observability, Generative AI, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).
  • Developed an automated pipeline to continuously ingest OCI logs into a knowledge base, enabling more contextual AI-assisted troubleshooting.
OCIOCI OS Management HubOCI LoggingOCI Log AnalyticsOCI ObservabilityOCI Generative AIRAGLinuxWindows

August 2024 - January 2025

Solutions Engineer Intern

Enfrasys Consulting Sdn. Bhd.

Internal system enhancement, centralised UI design, LOA reporting dashboards, and Microsoft security operations

  • Enhanced the internal IT Asset Management System by redesigning Power Apps interfaces and improving workflows supporting 300+ managed company assets.
  • Designed a unified internal application experience by consolidating six departmental systems into a centralised interface with consistent authentication and user flows.
  • Enhanced Power BI dashboards for Letter of Authorization (LOA) tracking, enabling senior management, business development teams, and operational teams to monitor application progress.
  • Supported Microsoft security operations by reviewing Azure and Microsoft Defender alerts to assist in identifying false positives and potential security incidents.
Power AppsPower BIMicrosoft SQL ServerPower AutomateAzureMicrosoft DefenderFigmaCanva

Skills

Programming & Frontend

Python
Java
C#
C++
JavaScript
HTML
Tailwind CSS
React / React Native
Vite
Next.js
Python
Java
C#
C++
JavaScript
HTML
Tailwind CSS
React / React Native
Vite
Next.js

Backend & App Platforms

Node.js
Express
Laravel
XAMPP
Apache NetBeans
Microsoft Power Apps
Microsoft Power Automate
Arduino IDE
Firebase
Node.js
Express
Laravel
XAMPP
Apache NetBeans
Microsoft Power Apps
Microsoft Power Automate
Arduino IDE
Firebase

Data, Analytics & AI

SQL
Pandas
NumPy
Jupyter Notebook
Google Colab
TensorFlow
MongoDB
Power BI
D3.js
KNIME
SQL
Pandas
NumPy
Jupyter Notebook
Google Colab
TensorFlow
MongoDB
Power BI
D3.js
KNIME

Cloud, DevOps & Tooling

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
Microsoft Azure
Docker
Kubernetes
GitHub Actions
Grafana
Vercel
Railway
Render
Ollama
OpenAI / Codex
Gemini AI
VS Code
Git
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
Microsoft Azure
Docker
Kubernetes
GitHub Actions
Grafana
Vercel
Railway
Render
Ollama
OpenAI / Codex
Gemini AI
VS Code
Git

Traits

The tools change from project to project, but these are the habits I keep bringing into the work.

01

Fast learning velocity

I learn unfamiliar tools and adapt to new environments quickly, while developing enough practical understanding to deliver reliable, review-ready work.

02

Resourcefulness

I investigate problems independently through documentation, online resources, tutorials, and responsible use of AI before seeking support when it is genuinely needed.

03

Ownership and accountability

I take responsibility for assigned work, manage timelines carefully, and aim to prepare early versions so feedback can be incorporated before the final deadline.

04

Proactive initiative

I use available time to research upcoming work, understand its context, review existing solutions, and propose relevant improvements instead of waiting passively for the next instruction.

Education Background

Bachelor of Computer Science, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus

CGPA 3.75 (Current Semester)

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Diploma in Information and Communication Technology, Data Informatics

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU)

CGPA 3.87

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Languages

Professional languages

EnglishFluent
MandarinNative
MalayFluent

Additional dialects

HokkienConversational
TeochewConversational

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Progress leave evidence. Learning has been a continuous journey for me.

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Life Beyond Code

A visual gallery of life outside code.

A collection of moments, places, and routines that help me reset, find inspiration and appreciate the world around me.

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