I am a software developer with a PhD from The University of Texas at Austin. My PhD research focused on making smart homes easier to develop. To this end, I applied modern web techniques to create a RESTful Web of Things style architecture enabling average programmers to develop applications with sensors and actuators. I then tested and built a usable interface that made it possible for end-users to program their desired smart home behaviors.
Beyond technology, I am also a community organizer interested in improving the lives of those around me. To spread information and help fellow students, I founded and led Students in Software Engineering. I also had the privilege of working with Austin Software Mentorship.