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Data Scientist &
Software Developer

I build robust systems, explore my creativity in code, and model the world with simulations. I specialize in backend development and Python data pipelines, building neural networks and LLM applications on a bedrock of computer science fundamentals.

$ cat current_status.txt
"Seeking full-time opportunities. Configuring dot files. Exploring new hobby projects. Playing Catan."

./my_workstation.md

I’ve always preferred to know exactly what’s happening "under the hood." That curiosity led me to build my current workstation from the ground up, powered by Debian. Beyond just avoiding a standard Windows install, I enjoy the granular control of managing a stable, open-source environment.

Whether it’s troubleshooting kernel modules, automating workflows through shell scripting, or optimizing system resources, my Linux setup is a living project that reflects my preference for stability, privacy, and technical transparency.

--linux-systems --kernels

ethan@etonkabonk: ~

$ fortune | cowsay -f tux

 ________________________________
/ You will be accepted for that  \
\ internship you applied for.    /
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      \
       \
         .--.
        |o_o |
        |:_/ |
       //   \ \
      (|     | )
     /'\_   _/`\
     \___)=(___/

./system_config.md

I don't just use Linux; I live in it. My daily driver is a customized Debian environment running the i3 window manager.

I spend (perhaps too much) time configuring Polybar, writing Bash automation scripts, and optimizing my workflow. I believe your tools should move at the speed of thought.

--debian --i3wm --bash

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./video_games.md

While some see video games as a distraction, I see them as a sandbox for problem solving and creative solutions. In factory simulation games like Oxygen Not Included, I thrive on the "logistics puzzle"—turning raw chaos into a streamlined, automated masterpiece.

I spend my time identifying bottlenecks, calculating throughput ratios, and building scalable architectures. To me, there is nothing more satisfying than watching a complex, interconnected system run at peak efficiency because of a well-executed plan.

--systems-engineering --problem-solving

Oxygen_Not_Included_overview.png

./hands_on.md

I find a necessary balance to digital work through high-focus, tactile projects. This manifests in two ways: the technical and the meditative.

The Technical: I view PC building as a fusion of aesthetic design and functional engineering—sourcing the right components and managing the physical constraints of airflow and cable routing. (yes I know my AIO cooler is upside down)

The Meditative: On the complete opposite end of the spectrum is Dorodango, the Japanese art of turning simple earth into a polished, marble-like sphere. It’s a process that demands immense patience and a delicate touch. It serves as a constant reminder that with enough persistence and attention to detail, even the humblest materials can be refined into something beautiful.

--patience --hobbies

pc_and_dorodango.png

./board_games.md

Beyond the screen, I’m a dedicated board game enthusiast (particularly Dune and Catan as of recently). I value the social dynamics and the "mental gym" that tabletop gaming provides. Whether it's a high-stakes engine-builder or a complex cooperative strategy game, I love the challenge of adapting to shifting variables and outmaneuvering (or collaborating with) friends. It’s a great way to sharpen my probabilistic thinking and social strategy while staying away from a monitor for a few hours.

--social-strategy --probability

Dune_board_game.png