I am a Software Developer working for Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division. I work on an agile development team creating and improving features for a modeling and simulation software application. I am super passionate about front and back end web development (full stack), as well as general software development for desktop applications, etc. Below are some projects I have worked on during my academic career.
| Project Link | Skills/Resources/Languages Used |
|---|---|
| VT Research Connect | React, Typescript, Vite, SQL, Java, Jira, Python |
| Hokie Housing Hub | HTML, CSS, JavaScript |
| Focal | dJango, python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript |
| Personal Blog | Quarto, R, HTML, CSS, JavaScript |
My Academic & Career Timeline
September 2024 - Present
Computer Scientist at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division
Lead software developer on an agile development team creating and improving features for a modeling and simulation software application. Other responsibilities include leading code reviews, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to technical design decisions.
August 2024
Conferred the Master of Engineering
Conferred the Master of Engineering. Major – Computer Science and Applications on August 9th, 2024. Capstone Project showcased on VTechWorks.
August 2023
Graduate Student at Virginia Tech Innovation Campus
I began as a graduate student at Virginia Tech. I was awarded the Boeing Graduate Scholarship which was highlighted on Virginia Tech News.
June 2021 - September 2024
Computer Scientist at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division
I worked as the lead Software Developer on the Modeling and Simulations (M&S) Team. I worked with a team of developers on the creation of a Java-based software application over a multi-year period. Led the project management for several high–intensity, short duration funded efforts, delivering M&S support as requested by upper-level management.
May 2021
Conferred the Bachelor of Science
Conferred the Bachelor of Science. Major – Biochemistry. Magna Cum Laude, on May 15, 2021. Completed the Minor in Chemistry. Completed the Minor in Computer Science.
June 2020 - August 2020 & December 2020 - January 2021
Student Intern at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division
Started as a student intern working with the Modeling & Simulations Team for Chemical, Biological, and Radiological (CBR) Defense. During my time as an intern, I conducted a comprehensive literature review and addressed foundational questions contributing to the successful initiation of their newly funded 3-year software development effors.
August 2019
Computer Science Minor
I really liked biochemistry as a major (mostly just the chemistry classes), but I still wanted to broaden my knowledge! I realized I had enough open electives left to add a minor, and computer science was calling to me. The first class I ever took was an insane learning curve, but also an incredibly rewarding challenge. I knew after successfully completing that class, to have a career in the field of computer science would be beyond gratifying.
May 2019 - August 2019
Bookkeeper at Koons Chevy Buick GMC
I worked in the accounting department as a bookkeeper. My daily tasks included things like preparing and handling legal data for vehicle registration and taxation. Lot’s of paper work! The car industry loves paper!
August 2017
Undergraduate Student at Virginia Tech
I began as an undergraduate student at Virgina Tech. Many major changes later until I decided on Biochemestry! General Chemisty was my favorite class!
June 2017
Graduated High School
Happy to be done! I worked the rest of the summer to make money before starting college in August.
March 2016 - August 2017
Started my First Job!
Started as an Associate at Potbelly Sandwich Works. Quickly promoted to be a certified trainer, training all new employees. Learned valuble teamwork and customer service skills.