Designed and delivered a LangGraph-based multi-agent communication assistant for second-language English speakers. Architected MCP integrations across 5 platforms (Gmail, Outlook, LinkedIn, Slack, Calendar), defined BYOK architecture to reduce deployment risk, and produced a full technical whitepaper.
Hello, I am
RUOLAN CHEN
山前必有路 陈若兰
MSIS @ Cornell Tech | Co-founder @ CircleMic
- TPM Multimodal & Agent
- 《...CAN》 🎹🎸🪈🎾🧗 anything
Rolaine
WHAT I AM EXPLORING
my Pursuits
Pursuits
Skills Across Disciplines
my Toolkit
Projects & Creations
my Portfolio
XR · Full-Stack · AI Audio · 2024–2025
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CircleMic — VR Social Karaoke Platform
Founded and delivered a VR social karaoke platform for Meta Quest 3. Managed three parallel workstreams — Unity VR client, Azure cloud backend, and AI audio pipeline (Spleeter + Librosa) — from concept through investor materials and technical whitepaper.
GenAI Video · Multimodal · Industry · 2024
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Viggle — Mic Feature
Collaborated with AI engineers and designers at VIGGLE.ai on GenAI video features including multi-character animation and text/audio-to-video. Proposed and designed 5 AI workflow optimizations integrating ComfyUI, LoRA, and ControlNet to improve generation controllability and quality. Contributed to user testing and evaluation pipelines.
XR · Unity · Team Project · 2022
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Family All-Round Volleyball VR Training System
Team lead on a VR fitness training system integrating XR Interaction Toolkit with real-time motion tracking. Oversaw project development and ensured seamless integration of VR technology with home-based training — delivering an immersive experience for volleyball enthusiasts with limited space.
Multimodal · GenAI · Pipeline · 2025
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CharacterForge — Multimodal Character Generation Pipeline
Built an end-to-end pipeline for generating consistent character assets — T-pose, transparent PNG export, and animated 3D output — using ComfyUI, InstantID, Tripo3D API, and SadTalker, with a Gradio frontend. Deployed on local RTX 5070 with custom conda environment.
WeChat Mini Program · Product · 2023
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"EnviroNext" — Environmental Awareness Mini Program
Led coding and UI design for a public welfare mini-program educating users on environmental topics, aggregating news, policy documents, and eco-friendly resources. Built on WeChat Mini Program Developer Tools with full product lifecycle ownership from research to launch.
Gen AI · AI Voice Cloning · 2023
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Seeing Zheng
A tribute to Zheng Linghua, a victim of cyberbullying. Recreated her voice from scratch using UVR, iZotope RX, RVC, and DeepAudio, then produced an AI-generated video featuring her singing "This Is Me" — curating her social media posts, interviews, and writings into a cohesive narrative.
Gen AI Video · Experimental · 2023
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Planes Are Not Time Machines
An experimental AI animation combining MidJourney, Runway, and Kaiber to tell a story of a girl who became a pilot in memory of her late brother. Explored AI toolchain versatility while navigating challenges in visual coherence and motion design.
Unity · VR · Music Game · 2023
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3D VR Music Rhythm Game
Developed a 3D VR music rhythm game in Unity targeting Meta Quest 3. Designed game mechanics and VR interaction systems for an immersive rhythm experience — a work in progress exploring real-time XR interaction design.
Portfolio
Education & Internships
my Resume
Education
Cornell University
Master of Information technology
2025.8 - 2027.5 Present
Major course: Gen Models, NLP, VR/AR, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Data Science in the wild
University of Shanghai for Science and Technology
Bachelor of Communication | Media Technology
2021.9 - 2025.6
GPA:91.18/100. Major course: Python, SQL. Social Statistics and Data Analysis, Cross-Platform Mobile Development, Basis of Algorithm，Media Economics，Mathematical Statistics
Shanghai World Foreign Language Middle School
Middle School
2014.9-2018.6
This was my first time working with professional film production tools (VEGAS, Adobe Photoshop), shooting a project with a camera, and designing a poster (for the Roots & Shoots Club). Some of the videos can be found here
Camp
The 5th International Organization Talent Training camp of Tongji University
2022.11
Attended lectures by former senior UN officials from China and abroad, as well as a session on intercultural communication and international media by Dean Wu Bin. Made new connections and produced a final reflection report.
The 5th International Organization Talent Training camp of Tongji University
2022.11
This was my first study trip to the United States and my very first time abroad. I absolutely fell in love with Hawaii! Honestly, I don’t remember much of what we studied—I just remember the Hula, the Ukulele, and the ocean breeze. I still fondly think of my incredibly warm and kind host family, their beautiful daughter, and their playful little dog. I miss them so much.
Coursera & Mooc
Mathematics for Machine Learning
Imperial College London
I used tutorial videos from Bilibili by creators with the IDs “晓之车高山老师”、“宋浩老师官方”as supplementary resources.
Introduction to Sociology
China MOOC
Primary readings included: Introduction to Sociology by Zheng Hangsheng, Western Sociological Theory by Hou Junsheng, and Social Research Methods by Feng Xiaotian
Data Structures and Algorithms
Tsinghua University
Currently learning (online)
Currently learning (online) Planning to strengthen my foundation in 3D mathematics and graphics.
Honors and Certifications
During University
2021.9-2024.11
2021 Outstanding Youth League Leader & Military Training Excellence Award
2022 Outstanding Student Leader
Three-time Academic Scholarship Recipient
Three-time Social Work & Cultural Contribution Scholarship Recipient
Third Prize, 2023 NCDA Sustainable Design Contest (Shanghai Region) for SDGs
Level 3 Certificate in Data Science, Shanghai IT Exam – March 2024
Certificate in AI, Shanghai IT Exam – March 2024
First Prize, 2024 21st Century Cup English Speaking Contest (University Level)
Third Prize, 5-Minute Research Presentation Contest
Third Prize, 15th 'Optoelectronics Cup New Competence Innovation Design Competition,' School of Optical-Electrical and Computer Engineering, USST
C1 Driver’s License
Experience
CircleMic
Co-founder
2025.9-NOW Present
Spearheaded the end-to-end development of CircleMic, from initial concept to market-ready product. Built and led a high-performing team of four top-tier talents.
Defined product vision, designed the core prototype, and developed the initial code to validate technical feasibility. Oversaw the entire product lifecycle, turning an early-stage idea into a polished, scalable solution.
VIGGLE.ai
Intern
2023.9-11, 2024.6-10
2024: Product Department Intern – Participated in product design, research, testing, and promotion for Viggle, focusing on MULTI and MIC features
2023: Data Science Intern – Contributed to data cleaning\testing
Shanghai Jiao Tong University Press
Intern
2023.6-8
Assisted in planning thematic book projects.
Conducted large-scale web scraping to analyze tens of thousands of articles, compiling findings into a series of internal review templates for the publishing house.
TOPPAN Shanghai
Intern
2022.9-11
Collaborated with directors and the photography team to plan and execute over ten short video scripts.
Conducted analysis and research on competitor brands.
Volunteer
Xuhui Central Hospital, Shanghai
Disability Support Clinic prenst
Provided sign language assistance to guide deaf and mute patients during their visits
Aunt Fan’s Public Service Studio
Yangjing Community, Pudong
Assisted the studio in applying for 5A-level public welfare organization status and organized documentation
Shanghai Astronomy Museum, Vaccine Center, Orientation Events, Small Animal Protection
Association
USST-organized off-campus volunteer service / on-campus service
Offered guidance and general support
Resume
Life Moments
my Storys
MARCH 2023
Night Strolls & Soul Talks: 13 Hours Exploring the City and Ourselves
This night stands out as one of the most meaningful experiences of my university years. …
JANUARY 2024
Math Lessons to Miles: Tutoring My Way Through 11 Countries
I turned independence into a passport to the world, taking bold steps toward new horizons and diverse connections.…
2023-NOW
Roots and Recipes: Life Lessons from My Family
With values rooted in resilience, hands-on exploration, and kindness, my family has given me the courage to embrace challenges and shape my path.…
Storys