Welcome! Here you'll find a curated list of my professional highlights, including published papers, patents, current projects, and key learnings. This overview demonstrates my skills, expertise, and commitment to continuous growth.
- feat: Add Ollama support for local hot take generation
- Fraim: initial windows compatability improvements (#54)
- TBD
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gallerydllm (https://github.com/maxrenke/gallerydllm)
A command-line utility that leverages AI to convert natural language instructions intogallery-dlcommands, simplifying the process of downloading images and media from various sources. -
ytdlpllm (https://github.com/maxrenke/ytdlpllm)
A command-line tool that downloads YouTube videos and generates concise summaries using large language models. It streamlines content consumption by providing quick insights from long-form videos. -
Cafe Chill Downloader (https://github.com/maxrenke/cafe-chill)
A Python script that automatically downloads and combines C89.5's "Cafe Chill" show segments into a seamless MP3 file for offline listening. Perfect for relaxation and background music while coding. -
Gaming Optimization (https://github.com/maxrenke/gaming-optimization)
A project focused on optimizing gaming performance through intelligent system adjustments and configurations. -
Twitch Viewer (https://github.com/maxrenke/twitch_viewer)
A Python script that retrieves your currently followed Twitch channels using the Twitch API, then allows you to select and play live streams directly in VLC Media Player via Streamlink. This tool streamlines the process of browsing and watching your favorite Twitch channels from the command line. -
Windows App Launcher (https://github.com/maxrenke/windows-app-launcher)
Custom URL protocols for launching Windows applications directly from browsers, integrated with Tailscale go/ links. Enables instant application launching via simple shortcuts likego/curseforge, bypassing download dialogs and security warnings for a seamless user experience.
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- Participated in the Season V, US Cyber Open CTF.
- Participated in DownUnderCTF 2025.
- Write-ups for various CTF challenges can be found here.
A collection of my solutions to various coding challenges, demonstrating problem-solving skills and proficiency in different programming languages.
- Advent of Code (2023)
GitHub Repository – Solutions in Python and Rust. - LeetCode
GitHub Repository – A variety of solutions to LeetCode problems.
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Speedy and Weighted A* Implementations for the Grid-Based Path-Planning Competition University of New Hampshire, 2015
Developed and implemented Speedy and weighted A* algorithms as an entry for the Grid-Based Path Planning Competition (www.movingai.com/gppc) during my Introduction to Artificial Intelligence course. This project focused on optimizing pathfinding techniques for grid-based environments.
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The Role of Alternative Currencies in the Global Market
Budapeest, 2013
I wrote a paper entitled The Role of Alternative Currencies in the Global Market which is an analysis of alternative currencies mainly focused on bitcoin. The paper was written for the Students’ Scientific Conference which I won Second Prize in the Economics category.
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Using Secure Memory Enclaves From The Context Of Process Containers
11256785 · Issued Feb 22, 2022
Enables secure, partitioned memory enclaves within containers, providing attestable security. Streamlines enclave provisioning and attestation by linking container memory to host enclaves and allowing local validation of attestation reports, reducing reliance on remote services. -
System compliance based on a mix of hotpatches and coldpatches
11403092 · Issued Jul 9, 2020
Enables compliance actions based on a policy that considers both hotpatch and coldpatch status of software components. Determines patching state using evidence from binaries, then enacts actions such as health reporting, patching, or execution control.
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