Aiden Dowling | Portfolio

Name:Aiden Dowling
School:University of Colorado Boulder
Degree:B.S. Information Science, Expected 2027
Cert:UX Design Certificate
Email:adowling2123@gmail.com
Location:Boulder, CO

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About Me

Let me introduce myself.

I’m a B.S. Information Science student at CU Boulder with a UX Design Certificate, driven by a simple belief: technology should be as intuitive as it is powerful. My work sits at the crossroads of AI integration, data visualization, and human-centered design — whether that means cutting research time in half with a well-crafted AI workflow, or building interactive platforms that make complex data approachable for real people.

Before CU Boulder I attended Hawaii Preparatory Academy on the Big Island, where living in one of the world’s most biodiverse environments gave me a lasting commitment to environmental stewardship. That same care — for the natural world and for the people in it — shapes every project I take on, whether I’m optimizing a business workflow, leading a beach cleanup, or carving switchbacks on a Colorado trail.

Technical Skills

A blend of technical depth and people-first thinking across AI, development, and design tools.

AI Workflow Optimization90%
Event Planning90%
Python80%
Machine Learning75%
Data Visualization70%

My Background

Experience & Education

Work Experience

Aug 2025 – Present

Student Assistant

Department of Information Science — CU Boulder

Redesigned and maintain the department website with improved information architecture and visual design
Coordinates and manages department events end-to-end, from promotion to execution
Assists professors with course creation, materials, and instructional support
Creates promotional materials in Canva for department communications

May 2025 – Aug 2025

Commercial Real Estate Intern

SVN Commercial Partners

Pioneered AI integration using Claude AI, cutting research and listing creation time by 50% through custom prompt templates
Trained 5 staff members on AI workflow automation, accelerating client acquisition
Conducted market analysis across CRE sectors using CoStar and LoopNet for client presentations

Education

Expected May 2027

B.S. Information Science

University of Colorado Boulder

UX Design Certificate. Coursework spanning Python, machine learning, data visualization, UX research, probability & statistics, and full-stack web development.

Graduated 2023

High School Diploma

Hawaii Preparatory Academy — Waimea, HI

Residential preparatory school on the Big Island of Hawaii. Participated in coastal conservation and beach cleanup initiatives throughout the Kohala Coast.

Also proficient in

React.jsJavaScriptHTML / CSS TableauSQLFigma CoStar / LoopNetMicrosoft Office Suite CanvaPrompt Engineering API DevelopmentCreative Marketing

Specialty

AI Workflow Strategist

Optimizing AI use across Organizations and Institutions

I have used a combination of user research, statistical analysis, and AI experimentation to develop workflow strategies that unlock the full potential of people assisted by machines. From the classroom to the real estate brokerage, I have made leaps in efficiency by leveraging AI powered automation. This is only the start of what strategic AI workflows can accomplish, and I hope to continue experimenting with generative AI to produce the best results possible.

SVN Commercial Real Estate

Internship — AI Integration

Onboarded five brokers through a structured AI training program, progressing from fundamentals to advanced prompt engineering tailored to their workflows.

Developed a two-part prompt template covering property research and listing creation, cutting completion time for both tasks by 50%.

Efficiency gains freed brokers to pursue more leads and build stronger client relationships, directly accelerating business growth.

Claude AIPrompt Engineering50% Time Saved

CU Boulder — Information Science

Classroom AI Workflow Design

Collaborated with Dr. Leysia Palen to co-design a professor-approved AI workflow for student use, addressing the rise of unauthorized AI in the classroom.

Workflow centered on transcript and research paper analysis, freeing students to focus time on visualizations, presentations, and deeper data interpretation.

Produced a how-to guide and instructional video to minimize onboarding friction and ensure broad student adoption.

Curriculum DesignInstructional Content

CU Boulder — AI Usage Research

Cross-Major Study & Faculty Outreach

Led a team research study using interviews, surveys, and Tableau visualizations to map AI adoption patterns across academic majors.

Uncovered a significant gap between approved and non-approved AI use, tracing root causes to inadequate faculty guardrails.

Presented findings to multiple professors, fielding questions and demonstrating practical classroom implementation strategies to drive institutional change.

TableauMixed Methods ResearchFaculty Presentation

CU Boulder — Info Science Dept.

Student Assistant — Operational AI

Conducted staff interviews to surface workflow pain points, then synthesized findings into actionable AI recommendations presented to faculty and staff.

Introduced AI-assisted approaches to course creation, enabling professors to streamline the most time-intensive parts of curriculum development.

Automated recurring office tasks — calendar planning, spreadsheet generation, and marketing materials — increasing daily departmental output.

User ResearchWorkflow AutomationOperations

Portfolio

Selected Projects

A sampling of what I’ve built — from ML fairness research to user-centered design. Click any project to learn more.

Machine Learning

ML Fairness in Insurance Pricing

Analyzed 1,338 insurance records using Python, identifying an 11% gender pricing disparity driven by smoking-rate confounders. Implemented three fairness algorithms with standardized metrics and built clear visualizations to communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders.

Pythonscikit-learnpandasBias Mitigation

Full-Stack

Interactive Mapping Platform

Community-driven web application with an interactive map interface built with a Python API backend and React.js frontend. Conducted usability testing with 15 participants, iterating on UX design to ensure intuitive navigation and high engagement.

React.jsPython APIUX Research

Scheduler

Conducted user research and usability testing to develop a prototype scheduling app helping busy college students manage their health, school, work, and personal time.

FigmaUser ResearchDesign Process

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Leadership & Community

Beyond the Classroom

I believe the best leaders show up — whether on the water, on a trail, or on a shoreline that needs some love.

CU Kayaking Club

Community Leader

CU Boulder

Passionate about building a welcoming, inclusive community for paddlers of all skill levels — from first-timers to seasoned whitewater enthusiasts exploring Colorado’s rivers.

CU Mountain Biking Club

Community Leader

CU Boulder

Fosters an accessible and energetic cycling community for riders at every level, organizing group rides and championing safe, sustainable trail use across the Front Range.

Department of Information Science

Student Assistant

CU Boulder — Aug 2025 – Present

Coordinates department events, assists faculty with course creation, and holds full ownership of all website edits — bridging technical know-how with day-to-day academic operations.

Sarasota Bay Estuary Program

Volunteer — Cleanup Leader

Sarasota, FL — Ongoing

Leads coastal cleanup efforts with a local environmental group whenever home visiting family — contributing to the long-term health of one of Florida’s most productive estuarine ecosystems.

Hawaii Beach Conservation

Volunteer — Cleanup Leader

Kohala, HI — 2018 – 2023

Organized and led regular beach cleanup initiatives along the Kohala Coast while attending Hawaii Preparatory Academy, cultivating a personal commitment to environmental stewardship.

Harvest of Hope Food Pantry

Volunteer

Boulder, CO — Jan 2025 – Present

Actively volunteers supporting food access and community resilience for those in need throughout the Boulder area.

Get In Touch

I’d Love to Connect.

Whether you’re looking to collaborate, hire, or just chat about AI and the outdoors — my inbox is always open.

Location

Boulder, CO

adowling2123@gmail.com

linkedin.com/in/aiden-dowling

Let’s build something worth using.

I’m currently seeking summer 2026 opportunities in AI integration, UX design, data visualization, or sustainable tech consulting. If you think we’d be a good fit, reach out — I’d love to hear about what you’re working on.