Led a five-person team to design and deploy a full-featured web application for creating, managing, and taking exams and assessments, focusing on backend development with FastAPI and Python, and a React-based frontend with TypeScript and Tailwind. Implemented token-based authentication with server-side password hashing, REST API with full CRUD on a Daily Reflection model, and client-side persistence. Integrated Supabase for backend data management and authentication, and Gemini API for auto-generating exam questions from uploaded study materials. Deployed to production on Vercel with two parallel UI tracks (mobile-first column and desktop multi-column layouts) and 1024px breakpoint routing.

Capstone Project at Eastern Michigan University

January 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026

Developed and deployed a full-featured web application for creating, managing, and taking exams and assessments, focusing on backend development using FastAPI and Python. Built a complete stack with a React/TypeScript frontend, PostgreSQL database, and Supabase authentication; prepared for deployment on Vercel.

Signalman at South Korean Navy

February 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022

Managed secure communications between ships. Mentored three new recruits on procedures, conducted independent work, and completed semi-monthly training including boot camp, marksmanship, physical training, code of conduct, water rescue, and hostage rescue.

Toy Maker at Detroit Arts & Crafts

January 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016

Made handmade toys for local area kids to give away during Christmas as part of a team of about 30 volunteers.

Food Preparer at Detroit Soup Kitchen

December 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018

Assisted with preparing daily meal sets for individuals and families in need.