Growing up, I was obsessed with the idea of making video games for a living, which consequently sparked my interest in software programming. The first language I learned was Java (because my younger self did not know the difference between Java and JavaScript), and soon after I created my first simple Rock, Paper, Scissors game, I was immediately drawn into the magic of coding. In high school, I created a few games including a text-based role-playing game and a Space Invaders-like shooter, but at this point I wanted to do more with my programming knowledge and move beyond just making games.At university, my eyes were opened to the wide array of knowledge that existed in the field of computer science. I found myself intrigued about learning different data structures, searching and sorting algorithms, mathematical models, and computer hardware, which only deepened my interest for programming. Already learning so much in my few years of college, I am excited to continue expanding my knowledge of computer hardware and software both inside and outside the classroom. Currently, I am seeking out internship opportunities to apply my programming skills to develop innovative applications and solve real world problems.