About Me

Skills

Hey there.

I'm Sean, a developer currently in Knoxville. Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, I've been learning to build things that push my capabilities to result in projects that I can be proud of while providing a useful service.

I got my start with making simple "Choose Your Own Adventure" games with the most inefficient system that consisted of what felt like endless layers of nested if statements. I had no idea what I was doing at the time and it wasn't until I started studying Computer Science at UTK that I began to get the tools necessary to create things "properly".

I'm particularly interested in the fields of software development, web design, and data science. However, I'm always looking for ways to apply my skills to solve real-world problems.

Outside of coding and school, I enjoy playing jazz on tenor sax. It has been a way to balance my creativity in coding and music to stay motivated and it keeps them both exciting and enjoyable as I progress in them. In fact, I believe that both skills benefit from each other.

Now that I've graduated, I'm seeking employment opportunities in the realm of Software Development. If you or anyone you know are looking for new hires, take a look at my resume below!

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Experience

"My experience has been in a diverse set of environments, all of which I believe are beneficial for developing skills necessary for my future career. Either in the form of customer interactions for personable skills, or from jobs directly related to my field. I have also had experience in leadership roles where I have to manage a team of people to achieve a goal."

July 2017 - June 2018

Target

- Starbucks Barista

Demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of products, including orgin, flavor profiles, and food parings to meet optimal service

Resolved customer complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner

Coordinated with vendors to order and restock products, ensuring an adequate inventory was maintained at all times

April 2019 - December 2020

VolTech

- Repair Technician/Sales

Introduces new filing systems to manage workflow, reducing the errors made from disorganization

Worked closely with department heads to fulfill high-value order up to $30,000

Handled all Apple devices that caame in for various orders and walk-ins, providing quality repairs for students' machines if needed

June 2021 - December 2021

Total Wine

- Merchandiser/Sales

Demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of products, including origin and flavor profiles to best meet the customers' requests

Resolved customer complaints efficiently while maintaining professionalism to best serve the customer

Coordinated with vendors to order and restock products, ensuring an adequate inventory was maintained at all times

February 2023 - March 2023

UTK ModelUN

- Member/Co-Chair

Co-chaired the CSTD Committee in VolMUN VIII, organizing all meetings and managing crisis responses

Collaborated with other member to ensure successful participation in VolMUN VIII

September 2023 - January 2024

Keigan Motors

- Software Developer

Built dynamic and responsive UI components using React.js for the motors, enabling seamless control and interaction

Developed Microsoft Teams App for the Telepresence Robot - a robot that could be controlled remotely through MS Teams video call

Collaborated with engineering teams to integrate developer-friendly APIs and SDKs into the UI, ensuring intuitive user experience

April 2022 - May 2024

VolThon

- Executive Director of Finance

Managing all teams within the finance split, including Data Management, Fundraising, Partnerships, and Purchasing, in collaboration with their respective directors

Developed documentation to improve spending/fundrasing analysis and data tracking

Contributed to raising over $200,000 for East Tennessee Children's Hospital in 2023

Developed a Swift application for iPad to serve as a POS system for the merch table at main event

October 2022 - Present

UTK Office of Information Technology

- IT Support Specialist

Providing timeley and effective IT support to students, faculty, staff, and alumni via phone or in person

Promoting and increasing usage of 2-Factor-Authentication across the entire campus and for alumni to enhance security

Collaborating with colleagues to recover from multiple malware and phishing attacks

Creating and maintaing Knowledge Base Articles to educate students and staff on common IT issues

Projects

"I always thought that I would create video games once I had the proper tools at my disposal, but in the process of aquiring those skills I found that I was far more interested in creating things that increased productivity or efficiency. I want to make elegant solutions that improve the QoL in the context that the application was developed for. Below are some of my favorite projects that I've developed."

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SmartPaws

Tamagotchi Pomodoro Timer

VolMerch

VolThon Merch App

Contact

I'm constantly seeking out new opportunities to learn and grow, and I'm excited about all the possibilities that lie ahead. Thanks for taking the time to visit my website, and feel free to reach out! I look forward to hearing from you!

Knoxville, Tennessee

901-412-9551

seanwilllaugh@gmail.com