South Africa Luigi Cap Lario Borges

🎓  Education

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📅 2009

🎓 Computer Science Honours

🏛️ UCT (University of Cape Town)

📍Rondebosch, Cape Town, South Africa

In my fourth year of university, I specialised in Computer Science with a focus on building a career in Software Engineering. This final year provided an opportunity to deepen my knowledge across several key disciplines in the field.

Areas of Specialisation

  • Graphics Programming

  • Robotics

  • User Experience (UX)

  • Databases

As part of my final year, I completed a thesis in UX Design, which explored the intersection of usability, interface design, and user interaction—emphasising practical approaches to creating intuitive and accessible digital experiences.

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📅 2006 - 2008

🎓 Bachelor of Science – Computer Science and Computer Game Simulation Majors

🏛️ UCT (University of Cape Town)

📍Rondebosch, Cape Town, South Africa

UCT, widely regarded as Cape Town’s leading university and internationally recognized for academic excellence, is where I completed my tertiary education with a focus on software development.

Academic Focus

  • 3rd Year: Computer Science, Computer Game Simulation

  • 2nd Year: Pure Mathematics, Computer Science

  • 1st Year: Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Computer Science, Philosophy, Earth Stewardship

  • Programming Languages: C++, Java, Python, OpenGL, Bash

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📅 2001 - 2005

🎓 Senior Certificate with Endorsement

🏛️ St. Andrews College

📍Grahamstown, South Africa

St Andrew’s College is one of South Africa’s leading high schools, known for its academic excellence, world-class facilities, and emphasis on holistic student development. As a predominantly boarding institution, it fosters independence, resilience, and strong interpersonal skills, helping students align their aspirations with their talents and passions through a diverse academic and extracurricular offering.

Highlights

  • Appointed Second Head Boy, a senior leadership position requiring public speaking, event organisation, and effective interpersonal communication

  • Academic Excellence: Consistently top of the class in Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Art

  • Mathematics Distinction: Achieved near-perfect matric results in Mathematics, losing only 8 marks across all final exams

  • Well-Rounded Leadership: Recognised by staff and peers as a multi-talented, friendly, and open-minded contributor within the leadership team

  • Athletics: Excelled in cricket and rugby until shoulder injuries curtailed sporting pursuits

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📅 1992 - 2000

🎓 Junior School - Grade 7

🏛️ Western Province Preparatory School

📍Claremont, Cape Town, South Africa

Western Province Preparatory School (WPPS) is one of the leading private junior schools in Cape Town, known for its strong emphasis on a well-rounded education. At WPPS, participation in academics, sport, and cultural activities is compulsory, fostering a dynamic environment that encourages holistic development and exposure to diverse opportunities.

During my time at WPPS, I was awarded the prestigious Bishops Major Scholarship as well as a minor scholarship to St. Andrew's College. I excelled in the South African Mathematics Olympiad, narrowly missing out on provincial representation. On the sports front, I toured France with the rugby team, enjoyed an unbeaten season, and progressed to the final round of the Western Province Under-13 rugby trials.