Hello. I'm Tristian.
I'm a software developer with a passion for creativity, problem-solving, and bringing ideas to life. I believe in the power of technology to connect people and create meaningful experiences. My work is driven by curiosity and a desire to craft solutions that are not only functional but also purposeful and impactful. Whether I'm writing code, exploring new ideas, or collaborating with others, I strive to approach every challenge with thoughtfulness and creativity, aiming to make a positive difference in everything I do.
Education
2023 - 2027
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Skills
React
Tailwind
Next.js
Laravel
PHP
Node.js
Experience
March 2018 - Present
Extension Developer
Friends of Flarum & ReFlar • Remote
- Developed and implemented custom extensions for the Flarum forum framework, enhancing functionality and user experience
- Contributed to the growth of the Flarum user base by providing innovative solutions
- Actively participated in team meetings and discussions to drive project success
February 2024 - June 2024
Retail Sales Professional
Comcast • Olathe, KS
- Demonstrated exceptional product knowledge and sales expertise to educate customers
- Maintained high quality of customer satisfaction with a tNPS average of 92%
- Prioritized customer needs and provided tailored solutions to enhance their experience
December 2022 - February 2024
Core Development Intern
Flarum • Remote
- Collaborated with a team of developers to enhance an open-source forum platform written in PHP and JavaScript
- Implemented debounced user search functionality to improve user experience
- Resolved bugs and issues to maintain platform stability
August 2019 - May 2023
Team Captain & Lead Programmer
FIRST Robotics Competition • Ottawa, KS
- Led programming efforts as the team’s Lead Programmer for three years, designing and implementing Java-based systems for autonomous navigation and robot control.
- Directed a multidisciplinary team as Team Captain, fostering collaboration across programming, mechanical, and electrical subteams to achieve competition success under tight deadlines.
- Designed and implemented robust Java-based systems, including modular command-based architectures and sensor integrations, to ensure precise and reliable robot functionality.