Profile
Originating from Northwest Arkansas, I carry a deep-seated passion for innovation and its capacity to reshape our world. With a keen interest in full-stack development and AI, I plan on continuing my education in Georgia Tech's MSCS program. I'm currently open for opportunties in SWE internships and other mentorships. I am also a part of Simpson College's nationally recognized Speech & Debate Team. Beyond coding and academics, I love trying new foods and practicing my pit master skills (barbecuing). I like listening to K-Pop and watching the Bears and Timberwolves play.
Education

Simpson College - B.A. in Computer Science

August 2021 - Present, Indianola, IA

Data Structures & OOP, Intro to Algorithms Databases Systems & SQL, Artificial Intelligence, Software Eng, Introduction to Programming: Python, Data Modeling in R

Har-Ber High School - High School Diploma

August 2018 - May 2021, Springdale, AR

GPA: 3.89 ACT: 33

Honors: National Speech and Debate Semi-Finalist, Arkansas State Speech Champion, AP Scholar

Experience

Software Engineering Intern @ Dance4Healing

Jun 2024 - Sep 2024, Sunnyvale, CA (Remote)

  • Engineered and tested web application, delivering personalized dance routines for over 1,000 cancer patients, enabling real-time group participation, fostering collaboration with Stanford Healthcare
  • Explored and began incorporating Natural Language Processing (NLP) to generate accurate, real-time captions during live sessions, improving accessibility for users
  • Utilized JavaScript/React to create interactive and user-friendly interfaces, improving the overall performance and engagement of the application

IT Support Specialist (Help Desk) @ Simpson College

August 2021 -, Indianola, IA

  • Provided IT software and hardware support to over 1000 students and faculty across campus
  • Managed team of 3 to ensure timely resolution of IT issues, regularly conducting team meetings to discuss priorities and challenges to maximize efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked on tickets using Simpson’s ticketing system to effectively provide documentation, while also taking advantage of knowledge base articles to supplement troubleshooting and research

Speech/Debate Undergraduate Asst. @ Simpson College

May 2022 - August 2023

  • Assisted peers in finding and practicing their speech and debate events by providing feedback on a bi-weekly basis
  • Established structured curriculum for speech workshops, tailored to individual levels and event preferences
  • Organized additional practice sessions to foster a collaborative team environment, contributing to multiple national finalist

Awards/Certificates
Skills
  • Python (Proficient)
  • Java (Proficient)
  • HTML/CSS/JS (Proficient)
  • SQL (Proficient)
  • Django (Proficient)
  • R (Proficient)
  • Flask (Proficient)
  • C++ (Basic)
  • ReactJS (Basic)
  • Node.JS (Basic)
  • Golang (Basic)
  • English (Fluent)
  • Lao (Fluent)
  • Spanish (Elementary)
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