Jacob Baum Email & Phone Number

👨‍💻 Tech-Focused, Business-Informed: My journey into the world of technology and programming, enriched by a foundational education in Economics, has allowed me to develop a unique perspective on tech-driven solutions. I am a passionate software developer with a deep appreciation for how technology can transform and optimize both individual lives and business operations.📚 Educational Journey: My academic path began at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where I studied Finance and made the dean's list multiple times, focusing on international and health economics. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Economics in 2020. Seeking a broader understanding of global economic dynamics, I embarked on an MBA at Peking University. This experience deepened my appreciation for diverse economic landscapes and their interplay with technological innovation.🌐 Transition to Tech: My pivot to technology began during my undergraduate studies, initially sparked by a curiosity in automating personal tasks using Python. This curiosity soon blossomed into a profound passion for programming. I've since developed expertise in various technologies, including Django and React, and have a keen interest in smart home device integrations and AI-based tools.🚀 Professional Milestones:Entrepreneurial Venture: Post-graduation, I founded Baum Partnerships, a private fund addressing the financial management needs of smaller clients. This venture underscored the significance of customized tech solutions in finance.Tech Projects: I've developed a financial services web application in Django, a medical clinic web application in React, and numerous custom solutions for smart home devices, often involving complex tasks like reverse engineering and cryptographic protocol replication.Venture Education: My recent role involved automating tasks and enhancing organizational capabilities using AI. Notably, I developed a single-GPU compatible fine-tuning script for RAG models, incorporating a dynamic loss function for balanced improvements in AI components.💡 Looking Forward: As I continue to explore and innovate at the intersection of technology and business, I am excited about opportunities to leverage my diverse skill set in software development and my keen understanding of economic principles to create impactful tech solutions. Let's connect and explore how we can drive technological excellence together!