Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
May 2026 (Expected)
Masters of Engineering in Computer Engineering
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
May 2027 (Expected)
GPA
4.0
Achievements:
College of Engineering Dean's List: Spring 2023 & Fall 2024, University Scholars Program
Notable Coursework:
Data Structures and Algorithms, Operating Systems, Microprocessors, Digital Design, Digital Logic and Computer Systems, Computer Organization
Experience
Florida SCNS Description Revision
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
July 2025 – Present
- ●Revising course descriptions within the Florida Statewide Course Numbering System to better align with ABET accreditation standards and state university requirements
- ●Analyzing and rewriting course details in computer science courses to ensure consistency with established course numbering frameworks like mathematics
ResearchAcademic StandardsCourse AccreditationSCNS
Teaching Assistant - Data Structures and Algorithms
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
August 2024 – December 2024
- ●Led workshops on C++ data structures and algorithms: AVL trees, page-rank, hash tables and graphs
- ●Conducted code reviews that improved code clarity
- ●Developed supplemental study materials and practice problems that reinforced lecture topics and improved student comprehension
C++Data StructuresAlgorithms
Teaching Assistant - Digital Logic and Computer Systems
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
January 2025 – May 2025
- ●Hosted weekly lab sessions and office hours to support student understanding of digital design concepts
- ●Guided students through creating Logic Blocks (HDL modules) in Quartus using VHDL modules
- ●Proctored exams and assisted in grading to ensure fair assessment and timely feedback
VHDLQuartus PrimeDigital DesignQuartus
2x Software Engineering Intern
Home Depot
Remote
May – July 2024/2025
- ●Architected and maintained data pipelines using BigQuery, resulting in a 30% improvement in data processing efficiency and ensuring timely availability of analytics for business decision-making
- ●Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deploy scalable data solutions with the use of Docker, enhancing overall data infrastructure
- ●Utilized Python and SQL to optimize data validation, reducing manual data handling by 40%
BigQueryPythonSQLDockerData Pipelines
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
January 2023 – Present
- ●Utilized React and WASM to develop a dual-modal code editor targeted towards beginner programmers
- ●Assisted in the finalization of research paper focused on compiler usage in CS exams
- ●Found a significant improvement of over 10% in compile-and-run scores through analysis of data comparing pseudo-code and compile-and-run exams
ReactWASMResearchCompiler Design
Projects
32-bit MIPS-like Microprocessor
January 2025 – May 2025
- ●Designed and implemented a 32-bit microprocessor in VHDL with a custom instruction set inspired by MIPS architecture
- ●Built datapath and control units from scratch, supporting arithmetic, memory, and branching instructions
- ●Simulated processor behavior using ModelSim and verified functionality with provided test programs
- ●Integrated components including ALU, register file, memory, and FSM-based controller into a complete working CPU
Key Highlights:
Custom instruction setComplete CPU implementationVerified functionality
VHDLQuartus PrimeModelSim
Lilypad Code Editor
March 2023 – Present
- ●Developed a next generation dual modal code editor that currently supports Python, Java, and C#
- ●Integrated tree-sitter into Lilypad to enable real-time parsing and syntax highlighting for C# and Rust, extending editor capabilities through custom grammar bindings
- ●Accepted as a short paper/demonstration for VL/HCC 2023 as a result of its importance to Computer Science education research
Key Highlights:
Multi-language supportReal-time parsingPublished research
RustWASMGitPythonC#Java
CHIP-8 Emulator
May 2025
- ●Developed a fully functional CHIP-8 emulator in C that interprets and executes original CHIP-8 instructions.
- ●Integrated SDL2 to render 64x32 pixel monochrome display and handle 16-key hexadecimal keyboard inputs.
- ●Implemented instruction decoding and execution for 30+ CHIP-8 opcodes including arithmetic, logic, graphics, and control flow.
Key Highlights:
Low-level Systems ProgrammingFunction-pointer dispatch for opcode executionAccurate emulation of CHIP-8 specifications
CSDL2Emulation
Technical Skills
Programming Languages
System Verilog (beginner)VHDLRustPythonC/C++JavaHTMLC#
Developer Tools and Frameworks
GitReactNode.jsDjangoWASMBigQuerySQLTailwindDockerQuartus
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