More About Me
Beyond the resume - my story, values, and what makes me tick
My Story
I discovered my passion for AI and machine learning during my sophomore year at Eastern Washington University. What started as curiosity about how Netflix recommendations work turned into a deep obsession with building intelligent systems that solve real problems.
My journey hasn't been linear. I spent countless late nights debugging neural networks, reading research papers I barely understood, and building projects that sometimes failed spectacularly. But each failure taught me something valuable about perseverance, problem-solving, and the importance of asking the right questions.
Today, I'm focused on bridging the gap between research and production. I believe the most impactful AI systems are those that actually get deployed and used by real people. That's why I'm passionate about MLOps, system design, and building robust, scalable solutions.
Core Values
Continuous Learning
Technology evolves rapidly. I commit to learning something new every day, whether it's a research paper, new framework, or better coding practice.
Impact Over Hype
I focus on building solutions that solve real problems rather than chasing trending tech. Value creation > buzzwords.
Open Collaboration
Best ideas come from diverse perspectives. I believe in open-source contribution, knowledge sharing, and lifting others up.
Quality & Craftsmanship
Code is read more than written. I take pride in writing clean, maintainable, well-tested code with thoughtful architecture.
How I Work
My Approach
- →Deep Work: I block out 3-4 hour chunks for focused, uninterrupted coding
- →Research First: I spend time understanding the problem before jumping into code
- →Iterative Development: Ship fast, get feedback, iterate quickly
- →Documentation: I document as I code - future me always thanks present me
Best Environment
- →Early Mornings: 6 AM - 10 AM is my peak productivity window
- →Coffee Shops: Background noise helps me focus on complex problems
- →Music: Lo-fi beats or instrumental music during coding sessions
- →Collaboration: Love pair programming and whiteboard sessions
Beyond Code
Photography
VP of Photography Club at EWU. I love capturing moments and storytelling through images.
Coffee Enthusiast
Exploring different brewing methods and roasts. Currently perfecting my Aeropress technique.
Competitive Programming
Love solving algorithmic puzzles on LeetCode and participating in coding competitions.
Fun Facts
Built my first computer at age 14 - a gaming PC that barely ran Minecraft
Read 24 research papers in a single week during a deep learning course
Once coded for 36 hours straight fueled by coffee and determination
Won 1st place at EWU's Hackathon with an AI-powered study assistant
Taught myself 3 programming languages by building projects
Designed all my own portfolio iterations - this is version 7!
Location & Availability
Open to remote opportunities and relocation for the right role
Particularly interested in MLOps, AI infrastructure, and production ML systems
Especially excited about healthcare, education, and climate tech applications
What I'm Looking For
I'm seeking opportunities where I can work with talented teams on challenging ML problems. I thrive in environments that value learning, experimentation, and pushing boundaries. If you're building something that requires a passionate engineer who loves both the research and production sides of ML, let's talk!
"The best way to predict the future is to build it."
— Alan Kay