Personal Interests
Beyond my professional work, I'm passionate about personal growth, community involvement, and staying active. Here's a glimpse into my life outside of software engineering.
Multilingual
I speak 5 different languages fluently, which has helped me connect with diverse teams and understand global perspectives in my professional and personal life.
Sports Enthusiast
I'm an avid sports player, regularly participating in tennis, racquetball, and ping pong competitions. I've won numerous ping-pong tournaments and believe that competitive sports build valuable skills that transfer to the workplace.
Professional Organizations
I'm a member of the IEEE graduate student body for the Cincinnati chapter, where I stay connected with the latest research and innovations in computer science and engineering.
Community Service
I'm an active member of VIBHA Seattle, a nonprofit organization focused on improving the lives of underprivileged children by providing educational resources and raising awareness about their challenges.
Reading List
Books That Have Shaped My Thinking
Designing Data-Intensive Applications
This book has fundamentally influenced how I approach distributed systems design and data architecture.
The Phoenix Project
A novel that transformed my understanding of DevOps principles and IT operations management.
Clean Code
Essential principles that guide my approach to writing maintainable, efficient code.