Ruichen Liu

Ph.D. in Computer Science, advised by Prof. Emily Whiting at Shape Design & Computation LabBoston, MA

• Research Interests: Computational Fabrication, 3D Printing, Computer Graphics, Human-Computer Interaction

B.A. in Computer Science with Honors; GPA: 3.90/4.00; Magna Cum Laude; Dean's ListBoston, MA

• Coursework: Computational Fabrication, Computer Graphics, Linear Algebra

Dual majors: Computer Science and Sound for the Performing Arts (transferred to Boston University)West Lafayette, IN

• GPA: 3.90/4.00; Dean’s List & Semester Honors
• Coursework: Game Development, OO-Programming, Discrete Mathematics; Music Theory, Composition, Sound Design

FormlabsSomerville, MA

• Returned for a second summer to develop PreForm features and support upcoming Formlabs printers
• Designed and implemented an efficient auto-fill algorithm for SLA build platforms, filling complex layouts in about 20 seconds for 100,000+ PreForm users worldwide
• Researched, documented, and evaluated fill-the-build algorithms with cross-functional partners to finalize the production approach
• Resolved a long-standing macOS Qt bundling issue in PreForm’s Python bindings; improved X/Y scaling compensation UX and refactored printer-task code

Bambu LabShanghai, China

• Designed path-planning graphics algorithms in Bambu Suite for the flagship H2D and H2S multi-toolhead 3D printers
• Designed and implemented G-code generation for new toolheads supporting laser engraving, vinyl cutting, and drawing
• Independently developed dynamic toolpath compensation for passive-knife vinyl cutting, improving vinyl-cut and draw-pen precision from 10 mm to 2 mm
• Investigated and drafted a technical solution for backend draw-pen and laser-engraving pipelines on curved surfaces
• Contributed 1,000+ lines of C++ and authored 10+ algorithm-design and experiment documents totaling 20,000+ words to support team knowledge transfer

Tencent GamesRemote

• Authored 13 reports totaling 80,000+ words on player behavior and market trends across rhythm, FPS, racing, and casual games
• Conducted monthly team research projects and presented data-driven findings to Tencent mentors and core team members
• Analyzed social-media trends among Chinese youth in an article selected as best of the month and published on Tencent’s news platform, receiving 2,000+ views

Boston UniversityBoston, MA

• Taught lab sections, answered student questions during lectures, and graded homework and exams

Boston UniversityBoston, MA

• Graded assignments and assisted students with computational fabrication concepts and projects

Boston UniversityBoston, MA

• Supported 50+ students through lab instruction, office hours, Piazza, assignment guidance, and grading

Boston UniversityBoston, MA

• Co-led discussions for 30 students, held weekly office hours, answered Piazza questions, and graded assignments and exams

Echo of the Dust

• Collaborated with a composer and sound designer to implement state-driven battle and boss music with beat-synchronized transitions, fades, and multi-stage boss logic
• Built RTPC-based spectral ducking to improve sound-effect clarity while preserving the overall soundscape
• Structured mix buses and applied compression and peak limiting to maintain consistent levels and dynamic range
• Won Best Game and Best Audio at the 2025 China University Student Game Awards

Indie Game: Stoneman's Adventure

• Developed audio for a Steam-released game in Wwise and enhanced music interactivity with semi-random playback
• Sold 200+ units in the first month and placed 3rd at the China University Student Game Awards