Rawaz Askari

Computer Science Student | Software, Data & Robotics
Harrisonburg, VA | askar3rc@dukes.jmu.edu | (540) 282-9324 | github.com/rawazaskari | linkedin.com/in/rawaz-askari

Education

James Madison University — Harrisonburg, VA
Expected Spring 2028
B.S. in Computer Science | Minor in Mathematics | Minor in Robotics
Relevant Coursework: Data Structures, Systems Programming, Web Development, Discrete Mathematics, Calculus, Statistics

Technical Skills

Languages: Python, SQL, Java, C, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Tools/Technologies: Pandas, Plotly, Jupyter, SQLPad, Git, GitHub, VS Code, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Onshape
Concepts: Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Debugging, Web Development

Experience

Animus.Tech — Intern
Jun. 2026 – Present
Technology Startup
  • Contribute to a startup developing AI-assisted, hands-free field capture tools for commercial construction workflows.
  • Support product, technical, and operational efforts surrounding smart-glasses-based capture of field audio, video, photos, and notes.
  • Collaborate with the team on technology-focused projects, company outreach, and product development activities.
DICK'S Sporting Goods — Team Member
Oct. 2025 – Present
Harrisonburg, VA
  • Assist customers with product selection and deliver efficient service in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Support merchandising, inventory organization, and daily store operations while collaborating with team members.
C&A Auto Sales — Technical Business & Data Operations Lead
Jun. 2018 – Jun. 2024
Harrisonburg, VA | Family Business
  • Diagnosed software and electronic issues in used vehicles, including infotainment systems and ECUs, and coordinated repair logistics.
  • Built Google Sheets-based profit-and-loss, expense, and KPI tracking systems; managed financing approvals and sales records.
  • Managed website hosting and online listings across Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist while supporting sales, credit applications, and vendor negotiations.
Radius Physical Therapy — Shadowing Student
Oct. 2023 – May 2024
Harrisonburg, VA
  • Observed clinical operations and patient care while strengthening professional communication, attention to detail, and workplace professionalism.

Leadership & Involvement

JMU Robotics Club — Secretary
Fall 2026 – Present
Member since Fall 2025 | James Madison University
  • Record meeting minutes and maintain organized documentation for club meetings and activities.
  • Manage and create social media content to promote meetings, workshops, and club events to the JMU community.
  • Support club communication, event coordination, and member engagement while participating in robotics-focused workshops and activities.
Mickeymoto Boxing Club — Member
Summer 2026 – Present
  • Participate in boxing training and club activities focused on discipline, consistency, fitness, and teamwork.

Projects

Global Career Accelerator — Data Science & Software Engineering
Jun. 2025 – Jul. 2025
Remote
  • Collaborated with students nationwide on software engineering and data science case studies involving companies such as Intel, Uber, Spotify, YouTube, NASA, DoorDash, and Coinbase.
  • Developed SQL scripts to analyze and transform 150K+ device-repurposing records and produced sustainability-focused reporting insights.
  • Used Python for data cleaning and exploration, including logic for carbon savings and device life-cycle calculations, and presented findings with clear visualizations.
Group Communication Project — Team Lead
Oct. 2024 – Nov. 2024
James Madison University
  • Led a six-person team analyzing more than 30 years of national data and coordinated research, scheduling, task delegation, and final presentation delivery.

Certifications

AI Professional Skills: Applying AI to real-world projects with OpenAI — Global Career Accelerator
Python & Data: Data analysis with Python and the Recording Academy — Global Career Accelerator
Querying Data: SQL-based data querying with Intel — Global Career Accelerator