Hi, I am

Dararithy Heng

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person

AI enthusiast. Product builder. Coffee-powered coder.

AI tinkerer, product builder, and business-minded problem solver. I love taking
concepts from sketches to working solutions while thinking about impact, growth,
and user experience. Coffee keeps the ideas flowing.

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About Me

I'm Dararithy Heng, goes by Skylar, a computer science student passionate about AI, coding, and building products that make an impact.
I love combining technology with business and marketing to create solutions that people actually want to use.
Outside of coding, I enjoy exploring new ideas, organizing hackathons, and learning everything I can about tech and product design.

EXPLORE
DEVELOPMENT

Full-stack web development using modern technologies like React, Node.js, and MongoDB. From concept to deployment, I build scalable applications with clean code and optimal performance.

  • Frontend & Backend Development
  • Database Design & Integration
  • API Development & Integration
  • Performance Optimization
DESIGN

User-centered design focused on creating intuitive and engaging digital experiences. I combine aesthetic appeal with functional usability to deliver designs that users love.

  • UI/UX Design & Prototyping
  • Responsive Web Design
  • Brand Identity & Visual Design
  • User Research & Testing
MAINTENANCE

Ongoing support and maintenance to keep your digital products running smoothly. Regular updates, security patches, and feature enhancements to ensure long-term success.

  • Regular Updates & Security Patches
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Content Management Support
  • Technical Consultation
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Education

American University of Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, Cambodia | Feb 2024 – Present

BSc in Computer Science

Techo Digital Talent Scholarship (Full)
Fort Hays State University (Dual Degree)

Kansas, USA | Feb 2024 – Present

BSc in Computer Science

Techo Digital Talent Scholarship (Full)
TUX Global Institute

Phnom Penh, Cambodia | Feb 2025 – Present

Associate's degree in Artificial Intelligence

Fully funded Scholarship (Full)
Collingwood School of Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, Cambodia | 2017 - 2023

High School Diploma

B Grade in National Exam (BACII)
Campus UK

Phnom Penh, Cambodia | 2021 - 2024

English Program

C1 Cambridge | IELTS 6.5
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Experience

Marketing Officer

AUPP Technology Center · Part-time

Mar 2025 - Present · 7 mos | Phnom Penh, Cambodia

As a Marketing Officer at ATC, I lead digital and strategic communications to grow the community, build brand awareness, and drive engagement across all major tech programs and events. My role blends creative storytelling with data-backed marketing to connect with young innovators, partners, and the wider tech ecosystem.

What I do:
  • Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns for ATC programs, hackathons, and workshops
  • Design content strategy across social platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram), boosting visibility and engagement
  • Collaborate with design, events, and partnerships teams to align marketing with program goals
  • Analyze content performance and audience metrics to improve strategy and reach
  • Write compelling copy for social media, email newsletters, event pages, and more
  • Support community building through creative campaigns and storytelling that highlight participants and impact
Communication Lead

ACTSmart Incubation Program

Apr 2025 - Present · 6 mos | Phnom Penh, Cambodia · Hybrid

As the Communication Lead for ACTSmart, I was responsible for managing all internal and external communication across the program. I handled official announcements, drafted email updates, coordinated with teams, mentors, and judges, and ensured that messaging was clear, consistent, and aligned with the program's branding.

I also managed content for our Telegram channel, wrote social media captions, supported press and media outreach, and worked closely with the design and operations teams to keep participants informed and engaged throughout the hackathon and incubation phases.

Project Initiator

ATC NextGen Impact · Part-time

Dec 2024 - Mar 2025 · 4 mos | Phnom Penh, Cambodia · On-site

As one of the core initiators of ATC NextGen Impact, I played a key role in bringing the vision to life—from brainstorming the concept to kicking off its first pilot programs. I led early-stage planning, aligned our goals with youth empowerment and tech innovation, and built strong foundations for long-term impact.

What I did:
  • Spearheaded the initial project design and roadmap for NextGen Impact, focused on youth innovation, digital skills, and career readiness
  • Coordinated across departments to align resources, goals, and partnerships, helping shape a scalable program model
  • Co-led the recruitment and onboarding of the first cohort of participants, mentors, and partners
  • Worked on the branding and communications plan to build visibility among students and early-career changemakers
  • Contributed to content design and program logistics for workshops, hackathons, and mentorship sessions
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Skills

💻 CURRENT TOOLS & SKILLS:

Python
Java
C++
Git & GitHub
OCR Tools
VS Code & Jupyter
Figma
Google Colab
TensorFlow

📚 CURRENTLY LEARNING:

Algorithms & DS
TensorFlow & PyTorch
Google Colab & Kaggle
Notion & Figma

🚀 FUTURE GOALS:

MLOps & Deployment
Full-Stack Development
Data Engineering
PM Tools

ALL

CODED

DESIGNED

And many more to come!

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Blog

Sharing my thoughts on technology, development experiences, and insights from my learning journey.

RECENT POSTS
15 SEP 2025
Getting Started with React Hooks

Exploring the fundamentals of React Hooks and how they've revolutionized functional component development. From useState to useEffect...

React JavaScript Frontend
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10 SEP 2025
My Journey Learning Full Stack Development

Reflecting on my experiences transitioning from marketing to tech. The challenges, victories, and lessons learned along the way...

Career Learning Personal
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05 SEP 2025
Building Responsive Web Applications

Best practices for creating web applications that work seamlessly across all devices. CSS Grid, Flexbox, and modern responsive design...

CSS Responsive Web Design
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Contact

Interested in working together or have a question? Feel free to reach out and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Let's connect and build something great!

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