Ben Gilbert

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I'm a second-year computer science student at the University of Sheffield with a passion for cyber security, networking, and web development. I'm currently working on improving my code collaborate software.

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01. About

I began coding at the age of eight, experimenting with simple scripts in Scratch. As I gained confidence, I switched to Python, where I started building small tools to automate simple tasks. My curiosity led me to explore web development, and soon after, I developed an interest in cybersecurity. I enjoyed not only building websites but also identifying and addressing their vulnerabilities, learning and improving along the way.

During my time at Sheffield University, I've strengthened my computer science fundamentals whilst learning new content as a collaborate with and learn from talented peers and lecturers. One of my most rewarding experiences was participating in HackSheffield, a 24-hour hackathon. My team and I developed a website to enable the distribution of food to support those in need. We didn't take home the grand prize but we earned recognition for our effective use of git and were awarded a free t-shirt each from GitHub themselves.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

Java

Ruby

Haskell

SvelteKit

FastAPI

Tailwind

Vue.js

02. Experience

Sep 2024 - Present

Avis Drone Labs

As a member of Avis Drone Labs, a student-led project at the University of Sheffield, I have played a key role in advancing our UAV technology for the American SUAS competition through the following contributions:

Synthetic Data Generation for Image Classification: Developed a Blender simulation to generate aerial images from 30 metres above ground, providing accurate training data for our machine learning model

Autonomous Flight Programming: Utilised ArduPlane and the MAVLink protocol to program our UAV for fully autonomous missions, including complex waypoint navigation and precise payload deliveries.

Aerial Mapping: Integrated a GoPro Hero 11 camera into the UAV to capture high-resolution imagery for real-time mapping and analysis of terrain.

Additionally, I'm part of the team developing Falcon Ground Control Station (FGCS), another student-led project which is a modern, open-source ground control station for ArduPilot aircraft.

Oct 2021

SITA

During my week's work experience at SITA, I assisted in setting up Automated Border Control Kiosks and related software. I demonstrated a strong understanding of system-level details, showcasing "a suprisingly wide range of technical skills for someone so young". My positive attitude and ability to grasp complex concepts were highly praised, reinforcing my potential as a future programmer.