Work
Over 15 years, I've led initiatives from hands-on classroom programs to national frameworks. Here are some highlights that show how I think and work.
GYST (Get Your Style Together)
Founder & Developer
2024 - PresentIndependent Project
Challenge
Create a mobile app that helps users organize their wardrobe, discover their personal style, and make intentional clothing choices through AI-powered recommendations.
What I Did
- →Designed and developed full-stack React Native mobile application
- →Integrated Claude AI for personalized style recommendations and outfit suggestions
- →Built ethical shopping integration prioritizing secondhand and sustainable brands
- →Implemented mental health features including daily check-ins and mood tracking
- →Created gamification system with achievements and milestones
- →Deployed to Firebase with real-time data synchronization
Impact
Built a comprehensive personal styling tool that combines AI assistance with sustainability values, helping users develop confidence in their style choices while promoting ethical consumption.
Skills
React Native, Expo, Firebase, Claude AI integration, UI/UX design, mobile app development, ethical tech design
SMARTIEgoals.org
Founder & Developer
2024 - PresentIndependent Project
Challenge
Develop a goal-tracking platform that helps users set, monitor, and achieve personal and professional goals through structured milestones and progress tracking.
What I Did
- →Built Next.js web application with modern React architecture
- →Designed goal hierarchy system supporting main goals and sub-milestones
- →Implemented progress tracking with visual indicators and completion percentages
- →Created responsive UI with Tailwind CSS for optimal user experience
- →Integrated authentication and data persistence
- →Developed dashboard for comprehensive goal overview
Impact
Created an accessible tool for goal management that breaks down ambitious objectives into actionable steps, making long-term achievement more attainable.
Skills
Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, responsive design, full-stack development, data modeling
SceneCraft
Research Scholar & Product Manager
March 2025 - PresentNC State University, Friday Institute for Educational Innovation
Challenge
Build an AI-driven storytelling platform that helps students learn through narrative while keeping teachers in control of educational outcomes.
What I Did
- →Serve as product and project manager for Unity-based LLM platform
- →Lead cross-functional teams (researchers, engineers, educators)
- →Design prompt-engineering frameworks and teacher-in-the-loop processes
- →Conduct user research with K-12 teachers and students
- →Manage development roadmap toward 25,000 student users by 2026
Impact
Created educator network scaling from pilot schools toward statewide adoption. Developed responsible AI frameworks now informing NC's state AI education roadmap.
Skills
AI product development, LLM design, user research, cross-functional leadership, responsible AI frameworks
SCRIPT
Program Lead
April 2023 - December 2024CSforALL
Challenge
Create a practical framework and support system to help US school districts build comprehensive, sustainable K-12 computer science education plans.
What I Did
- →Designed and led national implementation of SCRIPT initiative
- →Created workshop curricula, facilitator training, and digital resources
- →Managed partnerships with Microsoft, Northrop Grumman, Hopper-Dean Foundation
- →Built and led Learning Management System for program delivery
- →Developed data-driven evaluation tools to track district progress
Impact
50+ school districts across the US used SCRIPT framework to create equity-focused CS plans. Trained 30+ facilitators who now support districts nationwide.
Skills
Framework design, national program scaling, partnership management, facilitator training, data systems
NYC CS4All
Computer Science Education Manager
August 2016 - August 2019NYC Department of Education
Challenge
Bring computer science education to every school in Manhattan as part of NYC's CS4All initiative - the largest CS education equity effort in the nation.
What I Did
- →Managed CS implementation across 200+ schools in Manhattan
- →Trained 500+ educators in CS pedagogy and culturally responsive teaching
- →Built partnerships with industry, nonprofits, and community organizations
- →Ensured curriculum alignment to CSTA standards K-12
- →Led equity initiatives increasing participation of girls and students of color
Impact
Thousands of students who had never accessed CS education gained pathways to computing. Created sustainable model for district-wide CS integration.
Skills
Large-scale program management, teacher professional development, equity-focused design, stakeholder management
CS Coaching Toolkit
Director, K-12 Coaching Initiatives
November 2021 - April 2023Cornell Tech
Challenge
Create actionable frameworks and resources to support the emerging field of K-12 computer science instructional coaching.
What I Did
- →Designed CS Coaching Card Deck and comprehensive Toolkit
- →Created coaching frameworks with clear guidelines for establishing relationships and delivering support
- →Developed equity-focused strategies for inclusive CS instruction
- →Facilitated workshops for NYC DOE, Louisiana State, South Carolina DOE
- →Advised universities and districts on CS program integration
Impact
Toolkit adopted nationally as key resource for CS coaches. Influenced coaching practice across multiple states and districts.
Skills
Resource development, framework design, professional development design, multi-state partnerships
