Remote-Controlled Environmental Monitoring System

Built with Raspberry Pi 5 and Arduino UNO R4 to control stepper motors, monitor environmental conditions, and relay data wirelessly to an OLED display. Researched and implemented MQTT and MATTER protocols for decentralized device communication—key for remote, solar-powered deployments.

OpenWeather API Integration for Field & Forecast Data

Designed Python tools to pull, store, and visualize historical and real-time weather conditions using SQLite/PostgreSQL and custom Grafana dashboards. Embedded this data in local Home Assistant and Grafana dashboards, useful for field condition tracking and environmental correlation.

Educational Electronics Toolkit (Prototype)

Created a modular learning tool to demystify basic electronics and microcontroller use—designed to bridge the gap between theory and field utility.

AI-Monitored Video Streams

Implemented YOLOv8-based object detection for analyzing trail and surveillance camera feeds. Exploring use cases for security, wildlife monitoring, and artifact watch zones in historical locations.

Network Engineer

Verizon Wireless • 2005 - 2020

Enterprise Support & Shift Lead

• • Lead troubleshooting for critical enterprise clients; designed internal tools to improve ticket resolution speed.
• • Created SQL-driven visual dashboards to expose root causes from call and traffic data—tools that informed broader NOC decisions.
• • Installed, maintained, and upgraded telecom systems in remote and urban areas using fiber, TDM, DWDM, and microwave.
• • Prioritized uptime and efficiency, often exceeding 99.999% availability in mission-critical systems.
• • Directed implementation of over 100 projects, including 20+ First Office Applications—introducing new hardware/software into live networks.
• • Developed Perl automation to streamline site configuration and upgrade processes—reduced task time from hours to seconds.

B.S. in Computer Science & Psychology

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), 2003

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Cisco, Since 2003