Hey, Sam here!

I am a student at California State University-Sacramento majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Mathematics. My experience spans several languages including Java, HTML, and CSS. I have a passion for all things tech-from IT infrastructure to AI/ML developments.

In my free time, you'll find me diving into a good book, experimenting with new espresso brewing techniques, or enjoying a gaming session fueled by a perfectly crafted shot. I've had the pleasure of working with Pulse Professional Services - a web services startup, focusing on web design, SEO, and chatbot development. My journey from there has led me to working under CoveredCA's IT department where I was able polish my technical skills through direct user interaction. Now I am part of the Enterprise Tools Team at the Legislative Data Center, where I provide software support, manage configurations, and develop solutions to enhance California's legislative processes.

Education

California State University-Sacramento
Bachelor of Science | 2022-Present

Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematics
Coursework: Programming Concepts and Methodology I & II, Discrete Structures for Computer Science, Introduction to Computer Architecture, Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis, Computer Software Engineering, Database Management Systems, Systems Programming in Unix, Object-Oriented Computer Graphics Programming, Theory of Computation, Data Visualization, Calculus I & II, Introduction to Probability and Statistics, Applied Linear Algebra, Number Theory

Experience

Office of Legislative Counsel - Legislative Data Center
Student Assistant | Sacramento, CA | May 2025-Present

  • Led the design and architecture of software services applications, serving as the primary developer responsible for end-to-end code creation and verification through comprehensive testing.
  • Authored detailed documentation for all codebases, ensuring clarity and accessibility for team members and stakeholders.
  • Facilitated and hosted team meetings to discuss development progress, share insights, and gather feedback on code implementation.
  • Developed automation solutions and scripting for enhanced operational efficiency, focusing on web automation and REST API integrations.
  • Led the design, development, and deployment for Health Status Dashboard web application to reliably monitor organization software services

Covered California
IT Service Desk | Sacramento, CA | August 2024-May 2025

  • Install, Configure, and troubleshoot hardware & Software for end-users
  • Document, track, and monitor all problems with a timely resolution
  • Manage user accounts via Active Directory & SCCM
  • Provide customer service regarding any inquiries and assist user requests, enabling smooth operations

Pulse Professional Services LLC
Freelance | Sacramento, CA | August 2023-August 2024

  • Conduct research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes
  • Prepared comprehensive SEO reports summarizing analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns
  • Lead the development of an interactive chatbot for individual client needs
  • Improve SEO elements of client website to increase user traffic flow of over eight thousand monthly impressions

Projects