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San Francisco, California, United States

Cedar Bluff, Virginia, United States

The Army National Guard has greatly improved my ability to tackle stressful or seemingly impossible situations, shaping me into a more resilient and adaptable individual. Through rigorous team-bonding exercises, I've also learned the importance of trust and collaboration, skills that are indispensable in both military and civilian life. As a 91B E-4 in the Army Ordnance, I hold a SECRET Security Clearance.

Leveraging my software engineering and data science skills, I applied them to optimize network observability solutions for Fortune 500 industry leaders during my tenure at Kentik. My specialization in React JS and Go allowed me to contribute significantly to projects aimed at enhancing network data analysis and visualization, particularly within Kentik's synthetics product lineup. Through this experience, I gained hands-on exposure to Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, further refining my technical proficiency and fostering my professional growth.

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

Launched and operated a small business catering to the Virginia Tech campus community's computing needs. As the sole proprietor, I provided comprehensive services including diagnosing, repairing, and custom-building desktop computers and related services for laptop computers as well. Moreover, I provided cleaning services to optimize system performance and made house/dorm calls for added convenience and personalized assistance. Committed to delivering exceptional service, I also provided free computer consultations for students and prospective clients, ensuring they made informed decisions tailored to their needs. Maintained a 100% customer satisfaction.

I build modifications for some of the most popular games (100+ million users). Most of my modifications are developed in Java and add gameplay functionality or management tools for a myriad of servers/clients. Some of my public resources have over 7,000 downloads. My efforts have cultivated a dedicated community of nearly a hundred individuals who actively engage with my work. These contributors have played pivotal roles by assisting in testing, forking, and managing my open-source projects, fostering collaboration and growth.

In a paid full-stack developer role, I took on the sole responsibility of designing and developing a website for a catering business located in Houston, Texas. My primary goal was to enhance their client ordering experience, streamlining their processes for improved efficiency and customer satisfaction.Throughout this project, I leveraged a standard web development stack, including HTML, JavaScript, and Stylesheets, along with additional technologies such as jQuery and PHP. These tools enabled me to create a dynamic and user-friendly website tailored to the specific needs of the catering business and its clientele.One of the key features I implemented was the integration of the PayPal REST API, which facilitated seamless payment processing for the business. This integration not only enhanced the overall functionality of the website but also contributed to a smoother and more secure transaction experience for customers.

St Petersburg, Florida, United States

In a paid position aimed at fortifying and maintaining system stability, I focused on the Hurricane Shelter Website for Pinellas County Schools in St. Petersburg, FL. This website serves as a critical hub for coordinating county-wide responses during natural disasters like hurricanes and severe flooding events.My contributions were pivotal in enhancing the platform's resilience. By leveraging Microsoft SharePoint, I strengthened the system's stability, ensuring its reliability during times of crisis. Additionally, I spearheaded the development of a new system query engine with filter support, resulting in a significant 5x reduction in latency compared to the previous version.To facilitate seamless backend operations, I employed a diverse tech stack including ASP.NET, jQuery, XML/XSLT, and PHP. These efforts were instrumental in optimizing performance and ensuring efficient data processing, ultimately bolstering the website's functionality and effectiveness in supporting disaster response efforts.

Computational Modeling And Data Analytics, Computer Science

Activities and Societies: Orion Living Learning Community (LLC)

Bachelor'S Degree, Computer Science, Junior

Activities and Societies: Google Student Development Club Project Lead