Eldin Nokic

Computer Science student-athlete (4.0 GPA) and Freshman of the Year (UIC and MAC) with strong foundations in Python, C, and C++. Career focus in software development and quantitative finance, combining technical skills with analytical problem-solving. Recognized for discipline, leadership, and resilience developed through international tennis competition and balancing 20+ hours of training weekly with academic excellence.

Coursework in CS141 & CS112, Built C++ and Python programs applying recursion, linked lists, stacks, queues, and tree-based algorithms. Designed and analyzed algorithms with a focus on efficiency and complexity (Big O). Tennis Match Simulator (C++), Developed a scoring and statistics simulation program, incorporating probability-based models for serve and rally outcomes. Financial Growth Calculator (Python), Created a tool to project savings and investment growth using compound interest and scenario analysis. Implemented data visualization with Matplotlib to display financial outcomes.

• Freshman of the Year (UIC & MAC), 05/25
• Team MVP, UIC Tennis, 05/25
• First Team All-MAC, 05/25
• UIC Dean's List (all semesters)

• ATP Professional Player with international competition experience.
• Represented Sweden National Team in juniors; Ranked #1 in Sweden (2019, age group).
• Junior Olympic Athlete (Sweden, Tennis).
• Balance of 20+ hrs/week training & competition with full-time Computer Science studies (4.0 GPA).
• Skills in discipline, focus, and performance under pressure directly applicable to high-stakes environments like trading.