Creative and detail-oriented UI/UX designer with a strong foundation in Computer Science and expertise in tools like Figma, Adobe XD, and React.js. Adept at combining technical skills with design innovation to craft user-centric solutions that enhance functionality and aesthetics. Currently pursuing an MFA in UI/UX Design to deepen expertise in delivering intuitive, impactful designs. Passionate about optimizing user experiences through research, data-driven insights, and a user-first approach.

MFA in UI/UX Design

Academy of Art University

June 2024 - Current

BS Computer Science

Southern New Hampshire University

April 2024 | Magna Cum Laude

·       Design & Development: UI/UX design, software development, web applications

·       Technical Skills: Python, Java, JavaScript, REST APIs

·       Problem-Solving: Troubleshooting, quality assurance, cross-functional collaboration

·       Tools & Frameworks: React.js, Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator

Tee-Biz 101: Case Study and Prototyping

·       Conducted user research to understand target audience needs and behaviors, informing design decisions.

·       Designed a mobile app wireframe allowing users to simulate starting an online T-shirt business.

·       Technologies: Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop and Illustrator

Travlr: Comprehensive Hotel Booking Web App

·       Built and designed an end-to-end web app featuring booking, authentication, and payment integration.

·       Technologies: React.js, Express.js, JWT, Cloudinary, Stripe API.

PrepPilot: Personalized Meal Planning App

·       Designed a meal planning platform that generates personalized meal plans based on users' weight, height, age, exercise levels, fitness goals, dietary preferences, and food interests.

·       Technologies: React.js, Node.js, OpenAI API, Material-UI, MongoDB.

IT Support Technician

Interlaced | Aug 2024 – Current

·       Provided comprehensive IT support to end-users, diagnosing and resolving technical issues across hardware, software, and network systems to ensure minimal downtime

·       Managed user accounts and permissions through Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, including onboarding/offboarding processes and troubleshooting productivity and collaboration tools.

·       Configured and deployed workstations while maintaining compliance with organizational security protocols and best practices.

Software Developer Intern

NetApp | Feb 2024 – May 2024

·       Streamlined workflows by customizing an AI Review Bot, boosting productivity.

·       Integrated OpenAI, RabbitMQ, and Perforce, enhancing code quality and CI/CD adoption.

·       Improved code review system for syntax, style, documentation, and security, enhancing software quality.                                                                                      

Electronics Technician First Class                     

US Navy | Jan 2015 – Feb 2024

·       Maintained mission-critical systems, ensuring 100% uptime during naval operations.

·       Trained junior technicians, improving independent troubleshooting capabilities.

·       Delivered customer support to naval personnel, helping them resolve communication system issues in a high-pressure environment, ensuring mission-critical operations continued without interruption.

·       100 Days of Code: Python Bootcamp (Udemy)
·       Web Development Bootcamp (Udemy)
·       CompTIA Security+ Certified
·       Active Secret Security Clearance