• Assist users with safe operation of makerspace equipment, including the Laser Cutter, CNC Machine, and Waterjet.

• Provide technical support and guidance to help users troubleshoot and bring projects from ideation to completion.

• Train students in fabrication workflows such as soldering, joinery, and digital design transfer.

• Leading the re-design and development of a high-performance, responsive website, leveraging HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript to enhance online visibility and user engagement.

• Implementing advanced front-end features to ensure optimal navigation and accessibility across various devices and browsers, significantly boosting user experience and accessibility compliance.

• Engineering website optimizations to streamline content updates and website performance.

• Spearheading the development of cutting-edge algorithms for advanced robotics, optimizing precision in object manipulation and field navigation.

• Leading a team of fifteen programmers, establishing and enforcing high-quality coding standards, while providing in-depth training on proprietary libraries, autonomous algorithms, and C++ best practices.

• Overseeing the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance code architectures, driving the team to deliver innovative and reliable solutions that consistently push the boundaries of our robots’ capabilities.

• Mentored students to spark interest in STEM by organizing hands-on workshops and robotics demonstrations, introducing programming, electronics, and engineering concepts.

• Collaborated with local schools and community organizations across Long Island, fostering a supportive learning environment and driving the growth of STEM education.

As a co-founder and captain of the FIRST Tech Challenge Team 14461, the RoboHawks, I contributed to all aspects of robot design—mechanical, electrical, and programming—using my experience to inspire and educate interested students in STEM. I collaborated and mentored students from various schools across Long Island, New York to ensure long-term success. This role honed my organizational leadership skills, enabling me to lead the team to sustainable growth while fostering community engagement in robotics.