VIVIENNE HNIN

C++ · JAVA · JAVASCRIPT · TYPESCRIPT · PYTHON · ASSEMBLY · SWIFT · R · HTML · CSS

Hello, world! I’m a Computer Science junior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with minors in Neuroscience and Data Science, focused on autonomy, systems engineering, and applied research.

I currently work on a VTOL drone with Carolina Skylabs nicknamed "The Northern Cardinal" which is modelled after the X1 Thorn. I also develop production software at MindUnite, and am a Spring Software Eningeering Intern at POZzlePiece Inc where I am working with AR/VR. I’m especially interested in inventing innovative solutions to just about anything, so I'm always down to chat!

“Jack of all trades, master of none, but often times better than a master of one.” Pick a trade:

tech

product management

art

testimonials

TECH

MEGAMIND!: Dementia Detection & Prevention

Dementia early detection and monitoring system using multimodal data, AWS and API Keys.

Gratitude: Community Resource Discovery Platform

A local discovery platform that helps users find nearby events, volunteering opportunities, food assistance, organizations, and community resources through map, list, and split-view interfaces with AI-assisted classification.

Mars Rover Autonomous Navigation

Autonomous rover simulation implementing grid-based path planning, obstacle avoidance, and state-driven control logic.

EMPL*YMENT!: A Horror Game About Internship Application

A horror game that turns the internship interview process into an interactive, stress-driven survival game powered by real-time 3D visuals, text-to-speech AI, and an Arduino-based ultrasonic sensing system that we strap to your neck hehehe.

Pymation: ASCII Lyric Engine

Experimental animation pipeline synchronizing lyrics with atmospheric terminal visuals.

PinchAPic: Gesture Controlled Photobooth

Real-time gesture-controlled photobooth with a custom strip-maker for special events.

Star Wars Interactive Web Experience

Cinematic web experience exploring UI composition, animation timing, and narrative-driven interaction.

PRODUCT MANAGEMENT

Product, across scale and context.

BeReal — Social Media Platform

Product Management Extern · Nov–Dec 2025 · Chapel Hill, NC

Analyzed 300+ user behavior data points across external datasets
Identified onboarding bottlenecks at the funnel level
Informed feature prioritization grounded in evidence, not instinct

Onboarding Analytics User Behavior

Success Admissions — Admissions Growth Agency

Partnership Associate · Feb–Aug 2023 · Yangon, Burma

Built and managed an international partnership pipeline across regions
Secured 3+ school contracts through value-aligned positioning
Launched digital engagement campaigns generating 250K+ interactions

GTM Partnerships Growth

Nawarat Autoparts — Automotive Manufacturing

Product Management Intern · Aug 2021–Aug 2024 · Yangon, Burma

Designed double-layer packaging reducing transit damage by 31%
Validated durability through 48–72h humidity stress testing
Improved QA workflows and reduced repackaging costs

Hardware Ops & QA Supply Chain

TESTIMONIALS

Kind words from people I've worked with.

Vivienne Hnin is one of the finest IT Student Apprentices to ever be employed at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. In her second semester, she continues to develop great customer service skills and improves the institutions trust in us for reliable IT service. She’s overcoming the difficult task of managing her time as a full-time student and employee, not to mention has become one of our most valuable assets as a student employee. Vivienne’s determination continues to shine as she shows up day in and day out, serving the students, faculty, and staff of the Business School here at UNC-Chapel Hill. Customers have reported their interactions with Vivienne to be pleasant and helpful. Vivienne will eventually graduate from UNC, and when she does, will make an incredible addition to any team that she lands in. As her manager, the most notable aspect of her performance has been to step in when others have called out, it shows a level of motivation and drive that we often lack.

Anothony "T.C" Lo Ré Vivienne's Supervisor @ Kenan-Flagler Business School

Vivienne is one of the most talented, determined, and diligent students I have had. When I first met her, she had pages of research on the colleges she wanted to go to. And throughout our time together, Vivienne always took the initiative to research, write, and learn more about the college applications process. She also interned for the company helping out with content writing, business development, research, and marketing. A truly multi-disciplinary talented person. It was a pleasure to have known Saw, and to whomever reads this I just want to say: I recommend Saw for any future opportunities with full confidence, and so should you!

Thaw Zin Aung Gyi CEO @ Success Admissions · Ivy League + Oxford grad

I am happy to recommend Vivienne Hnin based on her excellent performance as an IT Student Worker on our team. She consistently demonstrated strong troubleshooting skills, reliability, and professionalism while supporting hardware, software, and network issues. Vivienne learns quickly, communicates technical concepts clearly to non-technical users, and approaches challenges with a positive, solution-oriented mindset. She is dependable, organized, and works effectively both independently and as part of a team. I am confident that Vivienne will be a valuable asset in any IT role she pursues.

Aquil Farid Asset Manager · IT Technician @ Kenan-Flagler

Thaw Zin Aung Gyi

I wholeheartedly endorse Vivienne Hnin, a smart, communicative, and outspoken individual who possesses an impressive array of skills. During our time together at the Success Admission's Center, I was consistently amazed by her exceptional writing abilities and the fresh ideas she brought to the table. Vivienne's writing skills are truly remarkable; she has a natural talent for crafting compelling and engaging content that captivates readers. Her creative approach to content development breathes new life into projects and adds a unique perspective. Moreover, her intellect, warm personality, and passion for her work make her a standout professional. Vivienne's ability to express herself eloquently and fearlessly advocate for her ideas is commendable. I have no doubt that she will continue to excel in her future endeavors, and I highly recommend her for any opportunity she pursues.

Thazin Min Htun CoWorker at Success Admissions | Robotics And AI Engineering Student at Chulalongkorn University

I have been working with her for 2 years so far, and I am quite impressed with her dedication to her work, including studies, research, and social work. Plus, she is excellent at multi-tasking and always manages to finish all the work on time.

Saw Daniel Aung Khant Moe CS Student at UCalgary | Continous Math project partner in HighSchool

ART

Art is where I practice intention.

POETRY

“karma is quite the jester,
entertaining the courts of broken midnight prayers.
for every string we have broken to fly,
lashes us, the next El Niño.”

View Poems →

Artwork right — Darkroom Photography Final Critique · Printing

FAQ

Questions I get asked more often than I expect.

Am I Waisian?

Naur.

What are my interests?

Tech: Aeronautics, Robotics, AI, Computer Vision, neuro-related tech stuff.

Outside of tech: Star Wars, anime, cooking, drawing, writing poems, reading, travelling, and signing up for excruciating physical challenges with very little training and a dream.

How do I pronounce my last name?

Nin. The “H” is silent — but if we’re being more accurate, pretend you’re saying “nin” while you have a blocked nose and are fighting for your life.

Does pineapple belong on pizza?

Yes. Hawaiian all the way. Argue with a wall.

Favorite artists?

Florence + The Machine, Fleetwood Mac, The Oasis, Evanescence, Radiohead, Kodaline, Arctic Monkeys, ABBA, Kate Bush, Joji, Childish Gambino, Adele, Hozier, Kendrick