🖋️ Résumé: Engineering and Education Experience 🖥️

🧠 Languages I Love (and Why)

☕ Java 🐍 Python 🌐 JavaScript
🔧 C 🗃️ SQL 🐚 Shell

Above is a list of my favorite programming languages. My coding journey began in middle school with Scratch, but I was first introduced to a "real" programming language Python during my freshman year at Rose-Hulman. While Python was my starting point, Java has become my favorite. Through Java, I explored key software design principles like encapsulation, abstraction, inheritance, and SOLID principles such as the Open/Closed Principle, Dependency Inversion, and Single Responsibility Principle. These concepts deepened my appreciation for clean and maintainable code.

Beyond Java and Python, I've also worked with Shell, SQL, and C. I used Shell scripting to automate repetitive tasks and streamline my personal workflows, which has helped me appreciate the power of command-line tools. With SQL, I've designed and queried relational databases, gaining a solid understanding of data modeling and integrity. My experience with C has been particularly valuable for learning about low-level programming and memory management. In the upcoming winter term, I'll be deepening my knowledge of C when I take the Operating Systems course.

Although not listed here, I'm also familiar with HTML and CSS. While HTML is technically a language (it's in the name — HyperText Markup Language), I chose to omit it along with CSS because they're relatively straightforward to learn. That said, I recognize the design challenges in front-end development that highlight their power. For example, using semantic HTML elements, avoiding inline styles in favor of CSS files, centralizing shared values in the root element, and organizing the DOM for clean, readable JavaScript all contribute to robust and scalable front-end systems. I encountered many of these design considerations firsthand while building this website, which gave me a deeper appreciation for thoughtful front-end architecture!

🐧 My Linux Journey: From Shell Commands to Neovim

I began working with Linux in 2024, and I am familiar with common Shell commands like grep, less, cut, etc. and the redirection and pipe operators. Since then, I have configured my Neovim setup to edit files, so I would say my favorite text editor is Neovim, but my favorite IDE is VSCode. Regarding Linux distributions, I am most familiar with Ubuntu and AlmaLinux.

In the future, I want to learn more about the permissions aspect inside a Linux environment, so I hope to obtain a work experience that allows me to explore that area of Linux at some point!

🌍 Real-World Impact: My Software Engineering Internships

Software Engineering Intern for Solutions Architecture Team

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions

June 2025 - August 2025

I am currently working at Kratos! Once the summer ends, I will update this section to describe what I've learned from this unique opportunity. For now, you can read about the current project I am working on at our page about OpenSpace.

Software Engineering Intern for eRAMx

Rose-Hulman Ventures

February 2025 - May 2025

I began working with Rose-Hulman Ventures during the Winter Quarter of my third year. With no prior experience in a formal software engineering role, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect — especially while balancing the demands of a full academic course load and extracurricular commitments.

Despite my initial nerves, I was welcomed into a supportive and understanding environment. The Ventures team, particularly our managers, recognized the unique challenges of being a student intern and provided the flexibility and guidance I needed to succeed. During my time there, I honed my communication skills, adopted best practices like frequent and incremental commits, and became comfortable working on feature branches, submitting pull requests, and articulating my code changes for review.

As an intern working 8 to 10 hours per week, I occasionally questioned the impact of my contributions. This was my first encounter with a non-technical challenge: losing sight of the broader purpose behind the code. Our project, eRAMx, is designed to support individuals on their path to sobriety by enabling virtual check-ins with medical professionals. My managers were instrumental in reconnecting me with that mission, helping me see how even small technical contributions could have meaningful real-world effects.

Looking back, my experience at Ventures was more than just a technical internship — it was a formative chapter in my growth as a developer and a teammate. It taught me how to navigate ambiguity, stay mission-driven, and find purpose in the details. I plan to return in the Fall, but these are lessons I'll carry with me well beyond graduation.

🧑‍🎓 Education Experience

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

August 2022 - May 2026

Rose-Hulman was more than just my first step into college — it was my first real leap into independence. Ten hours from home, I arrived in the fall of 2022 with more energy than direction, greeting everyone I passed — students, professors, even the folks in the cafeteria.

Somewhere between group projects, late-night brainstorming, and spontaneous hallway conversations, I found my people. Friends who challenged me, inspired me, and shared a belief in constant self-improvement.

Now, in 2025, I'm heading into my final year with a deep sense of growth. I've evolved — personally and professionally — and I'm especially proud of the opportunity I've had to mentor the young men who were willing to take a chance on me. Their trust has been one of the most meaningful parts of my journey.

Saying goodbye to close friends will be a bittersweet moment — one that leaves a noticeable void in the rhythm of daily life. Still, I carry confidence in the foundation we've built at Rose. Whether the challenges ahead are technical or personal, I believe we're well-equipped to meet them with resilience and purpose.