Programming & Computer Science
- Introduction to Python Programming
- Intermediate Python Programming
- Python Data Science Tools
- Programming Logic and Design
- Data Structures and Algorithms (in progress)
- Database Programming
- Systems Analysis and Design
Education & technical preparation
A deliberate bridge from communication to computing.
Recent coursework in programming, mathematics, statistics, GIS, and public health complements graduate training in digital communication and professional experience with operational systems.
Graduate AI & CS preparation
A transparent view of readiness
Programs define preparation differently. This table separates completed coursework, current enrollment, and applied project experience so reviewers can evaluate the evidence directly.
| Area | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Programming | Completed + applied | Introduction to Python Programming, Intermediate Python Programming, Programming Logic and Design, Python Data Science Tools, Database Programming, Programming for GIS, and applied portfolio projects. |
| Discrete Mathematics | Completed | Discrete Mathematics. |
| Linear Algebra | Completed | Applied Linear Algebra. |
| Probability & Statistics | Completed | Elementary Statistical Methods included theoretical and empirical probability, probability rules and combinatorics, random variables and distributions, confidence intervals, regression, and hypothesis testing. |
| Data Structures | In progress | Data Structures and Algorithms, current term. |
| Algorithms & Complexity | In progress | Data Structures and Algorithms, current term. |
| Data Mining | Completed | Covered within Python Data Science Tools through exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, regression, tree-based models, model tuning, ensembles, and responsible model evaluation. |
| Calculus | Completed | Calculus I and Calculus II. |
Coursework
Completed and current courses
These lists use course titles. Applied tools, methods, and research themes are presented separately below.
Mathematics & Statistics
- Calculus I
- Calculus II
- Applied Linear Algebra
- Discrete Mathematics
- Elementary Statistical Methods
- Precalculus Math
- Plane Trigonometry
- College Algebra
GIS & Public Health
- Programming for GIS
- Personal/Community Health
Information & Digital Communication
- Electronic Databases and Information Services
- Information Behavior
- Web Content Development and Maintenance
- New Technologies of Instruction
Applied concepts
What the coursework supports in practice
Data Science & Machine Learning
- Exploratory data analysis and data preparation
- Feature engineering and model comparison
- Regression, tree-based models, and ensembles
- Hyperparameter tuning and evaluation
- Fairness, bias, data quality, and model limitations
- Python, pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, AutoGluon, R, and MATLAB
Spatial Analysis & Public Health
- ArcGIS Pro and ArcPy workflows
- Geocoding and spatial data preparation
- Public-health literature review
- Health disparities and responsible modeling
- Accessible communication of technical findings
Credentials
Degrees and certificates
Dallas College
Computer Information Technology Python Developer Level 1
Awarded May 2025
Coursework spanning programming, data science, databases, systems analysis, GIS, mathematics, and public health.
Complete coursework archive on GitHub
University of North Texas
M.A. Interdisciplinary Studies, Interactive/Virtual/Digital Communication, 2015
B.A. Radio, Television & Film; Management minor, 2013
Also completed a Media Management Certificate. Graduate study integrated journalism, instructional technology, multimedia, and information science.
Recognition & leadership
Learning that extends into leadership and service
Technical preparation matters most when it supports communication, initiative, and responsible work with other people.
STEM League Commencement Speaker
Participated actively in STEM League workshops and events and served as the May 2025 commencement speaker.
Recognition & Public SpeakingEntrepreneurial Leadership
Lead client operations, project delivery, process improvement, budgeting, and communication while continuing to develop product-management and technical-business skills.
View professional experienceCredentials, badges & continuing education
A growing collection of verified and applied learning
Twelve credentials are featured for quick review. The complete collection remains available below, organized by type so formal credentials, short courses, safety training, and competency badges are not presented as interchangeable.
Pinned highlights
Featured credentials
Professional credential
Python Developer Level 1
Dallas College · May 2025
Technical training
Machine Learning through Application
AWS Academy · December 2024
Verify credentialTechnical training
Google IT Automation with Python
Google · Completed
Ethics & compliance
Managing Your Private Customer Data
NASBA · February 2026
Enterprise systems
SharePoint Beyond the Basics
LinkedIn Learning · January 2026
Professional credential
Adult Mental Health First Aid
National Council for Mental Wellbeing · March 2026
Core competency
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Dallas College · December 2025
Skill competency
Data Visualization
Dallas College · December 2025
Skill competency
Analysis & Interpretation
Dallas College · May 2025
Skill competency
Experimental Design
Dallas College · December 2025
Skill competency
Ethical Behavior
Dallas College · December 2025
Skill competency
Complex/Creative Problem Solving
Dallas College · October 2025
Professional Credentials3 items
- Computer Information Technology Python Developer Level 1Dallas CollegeMay 2025
- Adult Mental Health First AidNational Council for Mental WellbeingIssued March 2026 · Expires March 2029
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AEDAmerican Red Cross North Texas RegionIssued November 2025 · Expires November 2027
Technical Training3 items
- AWS Academy Graduate: Machine Learning through ApplicationAmazon Web Services Training and Certification · December 2024Verify credential
- Google IT Automation with PythonGoogle · Completed
- AI Awareness WorkshopProfessional development · Attendee
LinkedIn Learning6 items
- SharePoint Online Essential Training: Beyond the BasicsJanuary 2026
- Excel: Introduction to Formulas and FunctionsDecember 2025
- SharePoint Online Essential Training: The BasicsDecember 2025
- Microsoft Lists Essential TrainingDecember 2025
- Team Collaboration in Microsoft 365December 2025
- Remote Work CertificateCompleted
This collection will expand as additional product-management and entrepreneurial coursework is completed.
Compliance, Ethics & Safety3 items
- Data Ethics: Managing Your Private Customer DataNational Association of State Boards of Accountancy · February 2026
- First Aid for Severe TraumaAmerican Red Cross · Completed
- Disaster Cycle Services TrainingAmerican Red Cross · Completed
Dallas College Skill & Competency Badges13 badges
Local display copies are shown below. The signed credential records remain private; LinkedIn provides the public verification fallback.
Analysis & Interpretation
May 2025
Analyze Issues
May 2025
Community Awareness
October 2025
Complex/Creative Problem Solving
October 2025
Data Contextualization
October 2025
Data Inference
December 2025
Data Visualization
December 2025
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
December 2025
Ethical Behavior
December 2025
Experimental Design
December 2025
Logical Thinking
December 2025
Mathematical Reasoning
December 2025
Pattern Detection
December 2025
Academic Evidence and Coursework Archives
Graduate direction
Building toward computer science, AI, and biostatistics.
This preparation supports an interdisciplinary graduate path focused on responsible AI, data quality, public-health applications, and technically rigorous communication.
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