🚀 Born and raised in Missouri, I"ve been drawn to problem-solving, puzzles, and innovation since I was a kid. I embraced the mindset of an engineer from a young age, driven not just by finding solutions to problems, but by using those solutions to enhance lives, including my own. 🎓 Venturing across the country to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, I was able to use my passion for problem-solving in a practical way when I chose to study computer science. From diving into complex subjects like machine learning and robotics to exploring the importance of cybersecurity, I"ve found my passion in leveraging technology to shape a better future. 👩🏻‍💻 Now based in Dallas, Texas, I channel my engineering spirit into my role as a software engineer on a team managing 13 Java cloud applications. Beyond the hours of 9-5, you can find me on long trail walks, checking out a new coffee shop, or curled up with my latest book obsession. With a heart full of passions and an unwavering commitment to creative critical thinking, I"m excited to face the next problems awaiting my solving.