My Background
Education
Hope College
2020-2024
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science & minor in Mathematics
GPA: 3.69/4.00
Honors & Awards
Academic
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David Boundy Award
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Russell J. Kray Award
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Senior Sigma Xi Research
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Dean's List
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MIAA Dr. Allen B. Stowe Sportsmanship Award recipient
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All-MIAA First Team
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ITA Scholar
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MIAA Academic Honor Roll
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College Sports Communicators Academic All-District
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Slight Edge Award
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Leader Building Leader Award

Experience
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Developed an AI Chat System utilizing Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and semantic search to streamline documentation processes for development teams
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Advanced skills in Azure Functions, C#, and EF Core for backend development, including serverless architecture and efficient database management, while enhancing React skills for dynamic, responsive frontend interfaces.
Claim Toolkit
Junior Developer Intern
June 2023 - September 2023
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Streamlined and automated numerous processes to quickly set up a local environment for new developers.
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Collaborated with a mentor to enhance SQL, Powershell, Git, and general project management abilities.
Breckenridge Tennis Center
Junior Tennis Professional
August 2019 - August 2020
June 2022 - August 2022
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Assisted and ran fast-paced Junior and Adult clinics with a tight-knit team in a time-oriented and organized fashion to build the community.
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Developed personal skills such as stringing rackets, communication, and coaching methods.
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Developed conflict resolution skills through customer service and as a leader while teaching.

Vervint
Software Development Operations Intern
May 2024 - August 2024
Community Engagement
Mens Varsity Tennis Captain
Hope College
2020-2024
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Commit 12-22 hours of practice, competing, and travel per week during the active season while being a full-time student
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Captain and Team 43 player representative (Athlete Mental Health Program)
Hope College
2022-2024
Hope ASC Tutor & Computer Science Help Center Assistant
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Provided dedicated and tailored computer science tutoring to a specific group of students weekly, ensuring they received individualized support in their coursework and projects.
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Collaborated with computer science students across various courses at Hope College, providing expert assistance on homework assignments, projects, and coursework.
Hope College
May 2023 - July 2023
Summer Hope Academic Research (SHARP)
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Designed and developed an interactive algorithmic art showcase using Unity and C#.
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Implemented well-known algorithms such as BFS and Prim's Minimum Spanning Tree to create intricate visualizations of software design concepts, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.
Languages & Tools

Java

SQL

Perl

C#

Powershell

Git
Skills
Frameworks

Unity

Spring Boot

Flutter

EF Core

ASP.NET

.NET Maui
General
Leadership
Time Management
Communication
Empathy
Teaching