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Calhoun, Georgia, United States

Manufacturing Systems Developer Team (Fall 2024):• Enhancing manufacturing software to improve functionality, user experience, and speed.• Achieved a ~90% increase in application speed through optimized algorithms.• Added secure authentication and automated emailing to improve efficiency.• Collaborated in an Agile environment, leveraging TDD and Git for reliable code delivery.• Modernizing production software for long-term system robustness.Continuous Improvement Team (Summer 2024):• Developed a Python (Flask) web app estimated to save 30,000 customer service calls per month (~1,000 hours/month).• Created a scalable, Azure-hosted solution, improving order tracking and mobile accessibility.• Integrated real-time, secure data access from Mohawk's local SQL database.• Delivered a fast, lightweight, user-friendly interface optimized for mobile and web.

Mount Berry, Georgia, United States

• Assisted in delegating tasks among TAs to ensure efficient operations.• Mentored new TAs, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies.• Continued to perform core TA duties outlined below.

Rome, Georgia, United States

• Simplified complex computer science concepts such as data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming to enhance student understanding.• Guided students through the practical application of abstract theories in coding projects, debugging, and problem-solving.• Assessed student proficiency through regular evaluations, offering personalized feedback and additional instruction to bridge knowledge gaps.• Assisted in group learning sessions, fostering collaborative learning and troubleshooting technical issues in real-time.

Rome, Georgia, United States

• Provided personalized academic support in General Chemistry I & II, tailoring instruction to meet individual student needs.• Encouraged active learning through critical thinking exercises, helping students build confidence in problem-solving.• Created a positive and inclusive learning environment, fostering student engagement and growth.

Rome, Georgia, United States

• Led groups of ~18 students through a 2-day orientation process• Served as an ambassador representing Berry College• Completed intensive leadership training focused on inclusivity and student engagement

Mount Berry, Georgia, United States

Mount Berry, Georgia, United States

Cleveland, Tennessee, United States

• Trained new team members in day-to-day operations, with a focus on the customer experience• Provided “second-mile service” to exemplify the values of the Chick-fil-A brand

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Science

The Computer Science major is created to be hands-on and project-based, beginning with rigorous foundational concepts, then teaching.

High School Diploma