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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 & ReFlarRemote

  • 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

ComcastOlathe, 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

FlarumRemote

  • 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 CompetitionOttawa, 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.