About Me

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

University of Minnesota | May 2026

• GPA: 3.550/4.0
• Honors: 2x CSE Dean's List, Lando Scholar, Tran Scholar
• Relevant Coursework: Distributed Systems, Secure Software Design, Computer Networks, Database Systems, Machine Learning, Recommender Systems, Formal Languages

Skills

• Backend & Databases
  • Python 3
  • C/C++
  • Java
  • MySQL/SQL/Database Architecture
• Networking & Systems
  • Apache Thrift (RPC)
  • Link-Layer Protocols
  • CCSDS Protocol Stack
  • Network Security
  • OpenVPN
  • REST APIs
  • TCP/IP, UDP
  • Wireless Networking/Communication Techniques
  • Wireshark
• Frontend & Web Development
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript/NodeJS
  • Pug
  • Hugo
• Tools & Platforms
  • Docker
  • Git/GitHub/GitLab
  • GNURadio & SDR (Software Defined Radio)
  • Grafana
  • Linux/Unix
  • systemd
  • Satellite Communication & Ground Control Systems

Experience

Wireless Research Intern

Two Six Technologies | May 2025 - August 2026

• Leveraged open-source software to create comprehensive GPS emulation suite for HackRF software defined radios to be used in GPS testing company-wide
• Added support for new software defined radio platforms in company SDR abstraction layer, simplifying future development efforts
• Wrote comprehensive unit test suites using pytest to ensure reliable product delivery
• Utilized GitLab for version control and collaborative development, improving team efficiency

Communications Team Lead

University of Minnesota - Small Satellite Research Laboratory | Feb 2024 - May 2026

• Implemented data transfer between spacecraft and ground station network using UDP packets in GNURadio
• Worked with industry and governmental space communications experts to insure reliability of all software interfaces on two satellites
• Managed communications team of 8, including undergraduate volunteers, project managers, and former NASA employees
• Coordinated efforts on simultaneous projects, including frequency acquisition, data visualization dashboard, and software engineering
• Designed and implemented persistent Point-to-Point Protocol link over RS-232/UART using pppd and systemd
• Worked with Naval Postgraduate School to allow use of 13-site MC3 satellite ground station network by our IMPRESS satellite
• Wrote interface to Space Test Program communications controller (DICE) on the International Space Station
• Designed and implemented lightweight file transfer protocol for use in embedded environments; implemented working file reconstructor

Undergraduate Research Fellow

University of Minnesota - Department of Computer Science & Engineering | Feb 2023 - May 2026

• Implemented pathway for live parameter customization in simulated 5G network using Eurecom's OpenAirInterface and FlexRIC
• Conducted networking efficiency research project using Python, published findings on arXiv
• Contributed to the Linux kernel and open-source research software platforms including OpenAirInterface and FlexRIC
• Assisted Ph.D. students with data analysis, software engineering, and system configuration for academic research papers
• Collaborated with lab members on conference and preprint research
• Accepted National Science Foundation “Research Experiences for Undergraduates” grant to continue research
• Developed technical research skills including literature reviews, project management, professional teamwork, and data analysis
• See publications for more details

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