I began my academic journey at the University of California, Merced, where I studied Computer Science and built a strong foundation in core areas such as algorithms, data structures, and software engineering. Throughout my coursework, I worked on a variety of projects that helped me connect theory with practical application, including a capstone project developed in collaboration with E. & J. Gallo Winery. This experience gave me exposure to full-stack development, backend systems, and working in a team-oriented engineering environment.

Alongside my studies, I developed interests in web development, machine learning, and natural language processing through hackathons, independent exploration, and research work. These experiences helped me strengthen my skills in building user-focused applications and working with modern development tools. I also gained strong experience in database design, particularly with SQL, where I built and structured data models for multiple applications. I am now pursuing my Master’s in Computer Science at San Jose State University, continuing to deepen my technical skills and focusing on building scalable, well-designed software systems.