Hi, I'm Neilson Taylor

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I’m a physics major at The University of Texas at Austin, where I’m diving deep into the fundamental laws that govern the universe. My background in Physics has enhanced my ability to model physical phenomena, and also given me a unique perspective on problem-solving across many disciplines.

Get to Know Me

Physics Major

I'm a physics major at The University of Texas at Austin, where I'm diving deep into the fundamental laws that govern the universe. My background in Physics has enhanced my ability to model physical phenomena, and also given me a unique perspective on problem-solving across many disciplines.

With hands-on experience in computational physics, data analysis, and software development, I've developed expertise in Python, numerical simulations, and statistical methods. My work spans from particle physics modeling and computational research to data visualization and scientific computing.

I'm passionate about projects that create real-world impact and advance our understanding of the physical world. Whether it's contributing to physics research, developing tools for scientific analysis, or building applications that make science more accessible, I'm always open to new ideas and collaborative opportunities that can make a difference.

Clean Code

I write maintainable, scalable, and efficient code following best practices and industry standards.

Physics Expert

I tackle complex physics problems and develop computational models to understand natural phenomena.

Fast Learner

I quickly adapt to new AI technologies and frameworks, constantly expanding my skill set.

Academic Background

Bachelors of Science in Physics

The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin)

Expected Graduation: Dec 2026 Austin, Texas

Pursuing a comprehensive education in Physics with a focus on theoretical and computational methods. My coursework includes Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Quantum Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Modern Physics, Computational Physics, and Advanced Programming. Currently maintaining a strong academic record while actively participating in physics research projects and industry collaborations.

Key Academic & Extracurricular Highlights
  • Relevant Coursework: Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Quantum Mechanics, Electronics, Multi-Variable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Data Structures & Algorithm
  • Physics Research: Developed Geant4 Monte Carlo simulations for PET scintillator detectors with the Physics Department
  • Peer Mentorship: Tutor undergraduate students in Mechanics/Electromagnetism and develop Python computational exercises
  • Campus Involvement: Serve as Full-Stack Developer for KVRX Radio, maintaining a website for 50,000+ weekly visitors

Recent Experience

Full-Stack Developer

KVRX Radio — University of Texas at Austin

Sep 2025 - Mar 2026 Austin, TX
  • Maintain and improve station website serving 50,000+ weekly visitors using React and Node.js
  • Lead feature development with a student engineering team, shipping 3+ new features per semester
  • Reduced page load time by refactoring legacy components and optimizing API call structure

Physics Peer Mentor

University of Texas at Austin

Oct 2025 - Present Austin, TX
  • Tutor undergraduate students in Mechanics, Electromagnetism, and Mathematical Methods
  • Provide weekly office hours for questions, problem-solving and lab work
  • Develop Python-based computational exercises to reinforce Numerical Methods concepts

Technical Expertise

Languages

Core programming and scripting languages

Python C++ Java JavaScript TypeScript SQL

Scientific & ML

Tools for physics simulation and machine learning

MATLAB Geant4 ROOT NumPy SciPy Pandas Matplotlib TensorFlow

Web & Frameworks

Technologies for full-stack web development

React Next.js Node.js Express Flask Tailwind CSS Supabase PostgreSQL MongoDB

Tools & Platforms

Tools and environments for deployment and CI/CD

Git Linux Docker AWS Vercel Model Context Protocol (MCP) RAG

Bringing a comprehensive understanding of computational physics, full-stack development, and data analysis to solve complex technical challenges.

Featured Projects

Here are some of my key projects showcasing AI/ML implementations, full-stack development, and high-performance systems engineering.

PET Detector Simulation

UT Austin Physics Dept.
  • Developed Geant4 Monte Carlo simulations for PET scintillator detectors, modeling photon transport and energy deposition across varied geometries
  • Analyzed timing and energy resolution using ROOT and Python, achieving sub-nanosecond coincidence timing resolution critical for clinical imaging accuracy
  • Iterated on detector geometry configurations to optimize photon detection efficiency by ~15% over baseline design
Geant4 ROOT Python Monte Carlo

CareerLaunch

Live Demo
  • Built an AI-powered job application platform with smart profile extraction, Kanban job tracker, and a Chrome extension for one-click form auto-filling and AI-generated cover letters
  • Integrated Stripe subscription billing with free trials; implemented Supabase Auth with Row Level Security for secure multi-tenant data isolation
  • Architected full-stack app using Next.js App Router with server components, React Query, and Zustand; deployed on Vercel with CI/CD
Next.js TypeScript Supabase Stripe Tailwind CSS Vercel

CampusCart

Live Demo
  • Built a hyperlocal student marketplace for UT Austin enabling peer-to-peer buying/selling restricted to @utexas.edu users via Supabase Auth with Row Level Security policies
  • Engineered listings management, real-time search/filtering, in-app messaging, and user profiles using Next.js 14 App Router and server components
  • Deployed to Vercel with CI/CD; designed PostgreSQL schema with RLS for multi-tenant data isolation
Next.js TypeScript Supabase Tailwind CSS Vercel

MystiQ City

Live Demo
  • Developed a full-stack interactive city exploration game with 6 districts, dynamic NPC dialogue, quest system, and mini-games using React 18 and Express.js
  • Implemented real-time multiplayer via WebSocket with server-side security (Helmet.js, CORS, rate limiting, CSP)
  • Architected modular component system with C++ and Java backend services; deployed on Vercel and Railway
React Vite Express.js Socket.io C++ Java

Portfolio Website

Live Site
  • Designed a responsive personal portfolio with smooth animations, interactive project modals, mobile-first layout, SEO optimization, and contact form with validation
HTML CSS JavaScript GitHub Pages

Certifications & Awards

2026 McCombs Entrepreneur Summer Fellowship

McCombs School of Business · Apr 2026

Building with Claude AI

Anthropic

Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC)

Bloomberg

Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals

Bloomberg

Bloomberg Spreadsheet Analysis

Bloomberg

Blog & Insights

I'm currently working on launching my technical blog where I'll share insights about AI/ML, data science, and my experiences in the field. Stay tuned for upcoming articles!

Blog Coming Soon!

I'm preparing to share my thoughts and experiences on:

  • Machine Learning & AI Ethics
  • Data Engineering Best Practices
  • Student Life in Tech
  • Research Project Insights
  • Career Development in Data Science

First posts launching soon - stay tuned!

Get In Touch

Location

Austin, TX

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