Educational Background
High School Career
My technical education began in High School. The main technical classes that I took during my High School career were Drafting and Design and Computer Science.
I took three years of Drafting and Design, which involved using Autodesk Inventor software to make Computer-Aided Designs. This class was a lot of fun for me and introduced me to CAD. I have since downloaded Autodesk Fusion 360 and done some CAD work on my own for personal projects.
Computer Science in high school was not as fun for me as Drafting and Design. This was mainly due to it being an online class, and online classes and I do not go together well. This class was my introduction to programming, specifically the Java language. I struggled during this class and came out with a distaste for programming. However, this was soon to change.
College Career
Before starting college I always wanted to be an engineer, specifically a Mechatronics Engineer. However, before applying, my brother convinced me to give Computer Engineering a shot.
Starting my college career in Computer Engineering was me discovering my fondness for Computer Engineering. I started with an introduction class for CmpE at Kennesaw State University and loved it. I continued my education at KSU for the next two years and during that time, I learned multiple programming languages, including C++, Java, and VHDL.
Unlike my time in high school, I loved coding in Java in college and learned much more than I did in high school. I discovered that I enjoy coding just as much as working with computer hardware.
After two years at KSU, I transferred to the Georgia Institute of Technology to continue my education in Computer Engineering.
Skills
Programming
Proficient in Java, Python, C, C++, VHDL, and Assembly (ARM and MIPS). Familiar with object-oriented programming.
Hardware
Proficient in using Raspberry Pi’s, MBED microcontrollers, FPGA boards, and oscilloscopes.
Software
Proficient in using Autodesk Fusion 360, Visual Studio, Vivado, IntelliJ, System Workbench for STM32, LTspice XVII, and Matlab.
Fabrication
Fabrication skills include CAD design, soldering, and skills using power tools, such as a variety of saws, angle grinders, and drill presses.
Communication
Communication skills include multiple languages, resolving conflicts, technical reports, presentations, and design proposals.
Initiative
Working on my projects has taught me to find my own solutions and troubleshoot problems. I am able to proactively handle situations and find answers.
Professional Experience
Mobile Care | Technical Salesperson
I started working at Mobile Care in November 2019 as a salesperson, however, as time progressed I became a technician. I repaired hardware and software in mobile phones and computers. Also, I oversaw the stock of the store, making sure that everything was up to date and that quality assurance was maintained. I continued to work at Mobile Care throughout my high school career and became a seasonal employee once my college career started. I return to Mobile Care during break times, such as Fall, Spring, and Summer break.
Kennesaw State University | Front Desk Associate
I started working as a Front Desk Associate in the Galleria Center for KSU during my second semester in college in, Spring of 2020. I initially was simply a Front Desk Associate who guided anyone who entered and helped whoever needed help. Over time I learned the software that the instructors used and helped them set up their online classes and made sure that everything went smoothly. Also, I would have to troubleshoot any hardware issues and fix them.
Goals
Gain experience in Robotics and Autonomous Systems
Robotics and Autonomous Systems is one of my threads in the GaTech curriculum. I chose this thread as it interests me greatly. I hope to learn and retain a lot of information from this thread so that I may be able to design and implement physical systems that can operate automatically. Furthermore, I hope to use the information in this thread to pursue a career in designing autonomous vehicles.
Gain experience in Computing Hardware and Emerging Architecture
Computing Hardware and Emerging Architecture is the second thread in my GaTech curriculum. I plan on learning how to effectively and efficiently design devices. This will work in tandem with the rest of my education and future to ensure that I am working to the best of my ability for any task given to me.
Building another mindset
Alongside pursuing my education and a career working as a VLSI Design Engineer; I plan on creating a business with my brothers. This business is influenced by our passion, which is cars. We have applied for an LLC and set up various business accounts for banking and insurance, and then apply for a dealer’s license. I am hoping to broaden my mindset with this business. Afterward, I will be able to approach any problem from multiple views, not just from the viewpoint of a Computer Engineer. This includes viewing problems in a financial sense, timeline understanding, and organization alongside viewing them as a Design Engineer.
Timeline
Graduation (Spring 2024)
I plan on graduating from GaTech with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering by the Spring of 2024. This will be funded by my family, myself, and scholarships.
Career as a Design Engineer
I plan to pursue a career as a Design Engineer after graduating. I will rely on internships and my Robotics and Autonomous Systems thread to focus my career field.
Master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering
After a few years of working in my career field, I plan to pursue a Master’s Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at GaTech. I plan on pursuing a Master’s with the help of tuition reimbursement from my employer.
Next Steps
The next steps for me are to acquire an internship and finish my Bachelor’s Degree program at GaTech.