I design systems that make complicated things easier — whether that’s a legacy data tool, a blackout curtain for a boat, or a temperature-sensing smart device for home automation. I love solving problems with equal parts creativity and precision, and I thrive at the intersection of tech, tools, and hands-on making.
Outside of work, I’m drawn to projects that teach me something new. I enjoy scuba diving, photography, home improvement, sewing, and painting — basically, anything that gives me an excuse to learn, explore, and make something better.
🧠 What I Do
- 🔧 Technical Tool Development: I create desktop applications and backend tools that simplify data ingestion, validation, and transformation — often working with large, messy datasets to make them usable and reliable.
- 🕰️ Legacy System Modernization: I design translation layers that convert outdated file structures into modern formats, preserving historical data while enabling future growth.
- ⚙️ Process Automation: From Excel automation to database-backed validation pipelines, I’ve built solutions that save time, reduce error, and scale across teams.
- 🌐 Creative Engineering & Cooking: I enjoy building IoT tools, smart home integrations, and sensor-powered devices. I also bring this spirit into the kitchen — experimenting with flavors, making custom hydration blends, and sharing recipes through my personal collection. Check it out →
✨ Projects I’m Proud Of
- 🧰 Modular Desktop Toolkit: A Windows application that supports multiple engineering tools, including data format converters, file validators, and visualization helpers.
- 🔡 Structured Code Mapping Engine: Automatically translates inconsistent legacy strings into clean, standardized codes using a hybrid ruleset + AI approach.
- 📡 IoT Sensor Platform: An ESP32-based sensor network to measure and report environmental conditions with real-time reporting.
- 🪡 DIY & Home Projects: I’m hands-on beyond the screen — sewing pleated blackout curtains, refinishing floors, designing custom shelves, and figuring out how to hide wires just right.
- 🍳 Personal Recipe Hub: I host a self-curated recipe site using Mealie to share favorite dishes and go-to meals. See what I’m cooking.