Coursework & Certifications
A curated overview of my academic coursework, professional certifications, and research spanning Computer Science and Data Science.
Relevant Courses
Data Structures and Algorithms
Core programming concepts and problem-solving techniques.
Operating Systems
Learned OS fundamentals and programming with threads, processes, and building a file system.
Deep Learning and AI Ethics
Worked with neural networks and CNNs while exploring core deep learning concepts and AI ethics.
Artificial Intelligence
Search algorithms, knowledge representation, and intelligent agents.
Mobile App Development
Developed Android apps using core mobile app development principles.
Database Management Systems
Designing relational databases, SQL queries, and normalization.
Cybersecurity
Principles of computer security, including encryption, authentication, and network security.
Computer Networks
Network protocols, architecture, and security.
Statistical Modeling
Regression analysis, hypothesis testing, and data visualization.
Statistical Computing
Python programming, data manipulation, and visualization techniques.
Bayesian Statistics
Bayesian inference, prior distributions, and Markov Chain Monte Carlo methods.
Linear Algebra
Vector spaces, linear transformations, and matrix theory.
Programming Languages: Principles and Practices
Syntax, semantics, and pragmatics of programming languages.
Computer Organization and Architecture
Data organization, memory hierarchy, and instruction set architecture.
Principles of Management
Fundamentals of management, organizational behavior, and strategic planning.
Principles of Marketing
Market research, consumer behavior, and marketing strategy.
Certifications
- Stanford University's Code in Place Certificate
- AT&T Technology Academy
- Social-Behavioral-Educational Faculty and Staff Researchers - Human Subjects Research
Publications
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The True Face of China: Literary Portrayals and Cultural Realities
Authors: Jayden Cruz, Qingjun Li, PhD — Belmont University, April 22, 2025 -
Examining Pay Disparities among Tennessee State Employees: A Data Science Approach
Authors: Jayden Cruz, Rudolph Bedeley, PhD — Belmont University, April 23, 2024