Technology

Technical work and foundations.

My work covers web development, Python, databases, networking, and hardware. I am continuing to learn cloud computing foundations through guided labs.

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Software development

Python and Django training software with workout logging, video review, background jobs, and lifter/coach permissions; local SQLite content workflows and automated checks.

PythonDjangoPostgreSQLSQLiteAutomated testsAccess control
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Networking & systems

Networking coursework spans Packet Tracer and a Google Cloud lab that tested cross-region VM connectivity, VPC firewall changes, and HTTP traffic across three servers.

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Packet TracerVPCFirewall rulesLoad balancingTCP/IPTroubleshooting
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Hardware

Computer-systems coursework, component research, practical support thinking, and a completed $473.87 desktop plan designed against a $475 budget.

PC componentsCompatibilityBudget analysisHardware researchTroubleshooting
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Website development

Business and personal websites organized around clear information, responsive behavior, accessibility, testing, contact delivery, search foundations, and reliable deployment.

HTML & CSSJavaScriptReactTypeScriptNext.jsAccessibilitySEO
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Cybersecurity foundations

Introductory security learning through Cisco Networking Academy and security-first implementation choices such as privacy review, CSRF protection, loopback-only services, and safe defaults.

Security principlesPrivacy reviewSafe defaultsThreat modelingResponsible scope

Learning record

Cloud computing foundations and completed study.

Guided labs are hands-on introductions, not professional certifications. I continue to build on them through coursework and projects.

Google SkillsCompleted · Guided lab

Create a Virtual Machine

Introductory Compute Engine VM creation, console and Cloud Shell workflow, regions and zones, and a basic web-server exercise.

Lab overview
Google SkillsCompleted · Guided lab

Cloud Storage: Qwik Start — Google Cloud Console

Created a storage bucket, uploaded and organized objects, and practiced access settings in a guided lab.

Lab overview
Google Cloud Computing Foundations courseworkCompleted · Guided lab

Configuring VPC and Load Balancing

Created a VPC, tested firewall effects on cross-region VM connectivity, and distributed HTTP requests among three temporary web servers.

Completed October 2026

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Cisco Networking AcademyCompleted · Badge

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Introductory cybersecurity concepts.

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AWS Training & CertificationCompleted · Course completion

Introduction to Generative AI — Art of the Possible

Introductory course on generative AI and its business applications.

Completed April 21, 2026

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Google SkillsIn progress · In progress

Cloud computing foundations

Continuing introductory cloud study. No Google cloud certification is claimed.

Strength and conditioningIn progress · In progress

CSCS examination preparation

Studying toward the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist examination; not certified.

Coursework & development

IT coursework.

Information Technology degree work, with graduation expected in 2027.

Degree

Information Technology, expected graduation in 2027.

IT110 · Intro to Computer Systems 1

Computer architecture, configuration, upgrading, hardware, virtualization, networking, and troubleshooting, aligned with A+ Core 1 topics.

IT190 · Computer Networking Principles

LAN/WAN, OSI, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, network operations, security, and troubleshooting, aligned with Network+ objectives.

Hands-on artifacts

Packet Tracer files, a completed Google Cloud VPC and load-balancing lab, a budget PC workbook, tested automation source, and website code.

Technical leadership

President of a student IT club, supporting technical growth and peer engagement.

Projects

See my technical work.