My journey into computer science began with a curiosity about how things work and a love for problem-solving. That curiosity led me to the University of Michigan, where I earned a B.S. in Computer Science and discovered a passion for embedded systems and software engineering.

Since then, I've worked across a variety of environments—from large engineering firms and government labs to academic research teams—each shaping how I approach problems and write code.

At Raytheon Technologies, I supported a global internal procurement system, identifying bugs, creating user documentation, and training teams company-wide. Later, I joined a U-M research project developing an in-vehicle virus detection sensor for Ford, where I built the mobile interface to visualize real-time data.

I was also a project lead on BLiSS, a student team focused on space mission design, where I helped develop a simulation to evaluate autonomous 3D-printing of lunar bases. At NASA JPL, I worked on the Mars Sample Retrieval Mission, automating simulation workflows and building multi-threaded system checks to ensure real-time connectivity.

After graduation, I took a year off to recharge, explore personal interests, and deepen my skills through travel, reading, crafts, and coursework in circuitry and robotics.

Today, I stay engaged with the field through part-time and freelance work. I teach kids to code at CodeNinjas, develop embedded C projects with VataVerks, and build websites for small businesses—combining my technical skills with a love for creativity and community.