Mark Schröder
Industrial Engineering and Management Student at RWTH Aachen University
About Me
I'm pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering and Management with a focus on Mechanical Engineering at RWTH Aachen University. Alongside my studies, I've been experimenting with software and learning about emerging technological developments. I believe in clear, direct communication and bringing this into my work.
Experience
Research Assistant
Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL) at RWTH Aachen University
October 2023 - Present
- Revision and modernization of the EIP web platform (data collection)
- Programming in JavaScript, HTML, CSS
- Use of SQL Server-based database system
Founder & Developer | DirectionAI
Direction AI
August 2023 - Present
- Developed DirectionAI, a life planning tool using LLMs for personalization
- Built MVP on Bubble.io with AI integration
- Currently in MVP stage, further development and market launch planned
Working Student
Flink SE, Aachen
January 2022 - January 2023
- Quality control: Strict monitoring of product quality
- Use of software (e.g., Slack)
- Demonstrated conscientiousness and general resilience
Education
RWTH Aachen University
Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering and Management (Mechanical Engineering)
October 2020 - Present
Portfolio
Writing
Don't Sleep on This: 2024 Edition
A powerful technological revolution is underway, don't just watch it happen.
Read the articleProjects
Whisper to Claude AI Chrome Extension
A Chrome extension that transcribes audio on claude.ai using OpenAI's Whisper API.
View on GitHubSkills and Languages
Programming
- Python
- JavaScript
- HTML
- CSS
- SQL
Software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- AutoCAD
- Photoshop
Languages
- German (Native)
- English (Fluent, C1)
Additional Information +
Interests: In my free time, I love to go kitesurfing, reading, and diving among other things.
International Experience: Work and Travel in New Zealand (6 months, 2020)