Bryce Moran

It all started with a love for gaming. Growing up I always wanted the latest gaming system, so I got to experience the nintendo 64 and all of the playstation and xbox variations. I got exposed to a lot of technology as a kid and always enjoyed tinkering with things that weren't mine. Fast forward to building my first custom pc in 2018, becauce I could actually afford it, this allowed me to really gain an understanding about how different components worked. This developed into building custom linux based mining rigs during Covid-19 to mine cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Bitcoin. Say what you want, but it was cool at the time, but unfortunately not the best for the environment, so I stopped...I became fairly adept at the hardware side of things and at this time I started making Roblox gaming content on YouTube. I was exposed to the lua language working in Roblox Studio, which is a proprietary IDE that you can use to simulate Object Oriented Programming. This experience made me realize that I love coding, despite being afraid of it before, and I really enjoy the challenge everytime im stuck looking for that one missing character thats breaking my code, but it was my fault because I missed the most obvious error. I hope you get the point.

Since being exposed to programming I have gained experience through self-learning on websites like Coursera and Codecademy. I learned the basics of Javascript, Html, and Css. I enjoyed it so much that I enrolled in a bachelors program at Western Governors University to pursue Software Engineering. I have expanded my front-end knowledge and now have experience in back-end languages like Python, SQL and Java. I still use Codecademy to this day because it helps make everything click. At this time in my life I am now looking to gain experience in the comp-sci field professionally as a Software Engineer.

I have a strong interest in Entrepreneurship, AI technology, game development, Full-stack development, and robotics. My main goal is to develop technology that makes a positive impact on the world that inspires others to pursue their dreams, no matter the difficulty, especially in the tech sector and finally pass this knowledge on to younger generations to be successful at truly moving Humanity in the right direction. Sorry for the long read, but I'm super excited about this, what about you?

Below are a list of things I wish to achieve in the next 5 years.

• Get first software Engineering job
• Work at a Fortune 500 Company
• Become a tech lead
• Build my personal tech brand
• Random but, Build an electric car from scratch.
• The good ol 'Retire my parents'

Below are a list of projects that I am developing.

• Inventory Management - Inventory website to manage your inventory database. Technologies used Javascript, Node.js,Next.js, React, Material UI, Firebase. Goals- Incorporate Vision model to classify items, optimize the style, create robot that can use the vision model to add items to inventory.
• Pomodoro Timer - This project is based on the pomodoro method and is meant to help you stay focused. Languages used Javascript, HTML and CSS. Goals- Add a profile system and connect a music api. OpenAi integration/built in assistant.
• 1v1 Python Ship Shooter Game - This project is supposed to be similar to Galaga, but a player versus player context. Languages used Python and PyGame library. Goals- Clean up the Ui, make the controls more smooth, and optimize experience. Better effects would be a great addition as well.
• Fetch Current Weather Program - This project allows you to check the weather of various locations by using a weather API. Languages used Javascript, HTML and CSS. Goals- Renew my api access so the program can work... Add forecast for the week.
• Budget Buddy Program - This project allows you to keep track of your various bills. Languages used Javascript, HTML and CSS. Goals- Add controls to modify bills in categories, remove all categories option, add income, calculate savings based on money in versus out.
• Personal Landing Page - This project showcases my journey as a software engineer, projects, and skills. Languages used Javascript, HTML and CSS. Goals- Optimize the length of page, create dedicated project space, embed YouTube channel.

I am open to work and currently looking for internships and job opportunities. I'd even work for free. I want to gain experience in the field as fast as I can. Money comes and goes, but our time is INVALUABLE. Looking forward to working with you.