CS student exploring AI, Cloud/DevOps & Cybersecurity
I’m studying computer science at Germanna Community College, exploring paths in software engineering, AI/ML, Cloud/DevOps, and cybersecurity. Right now I’m strengthening my CS fundamentals, preparing for internships, and building hands-on projects from my coursework and interests.
About Me
Hey! I’m Hewad. I’m currently at Germanna Community College, working on an Associate of Science on the Computer Science track with plans to transfer to a four-year CS program. I like combining theory (math, physics, and CS) with practical, real-world projects.
Academically, I’ve worked through calculus, discrete math, and core CS topics, and I’ve used Python, Java, Octave/MATLAB-style tools, and Arduino in labs and assignments. I’m also preparing for some internships and I’m comfortable troubleshooting hardware (for example, tracing PC failures to power supply issues and helping family and friends fix everyday tech problems).
Outside of class, I’ve experimented with small side hustles, like reselling computers via Facebook Marketplace, which taught me a lot about communication, logistics, and documenting what I do.
- Interests: programming, cloud/DevOps, cybersecurity basics, and systems
- Skills: Python, Java, HTML/CSS/JS
- Location: United States (EST)
Projects
- Ultrasonic “Tape Measure” (EGR Project) — Designed a non-contact distance measurement tool using an Arduino and an ultrasonic sensor. Calibrated readings against a physical tape measure and experimented with regression to improve accuracy. Built housing and presented the final prototype as part of an engineering design project. Built new skills such as using an Arduino (C/C++), serial monitor, basic data analysis.
- Physics & Engineering Lab Scripts — Created small programs to support labs such as a police chase kinematics problem, speed of sound measurements, and circuit/force calculations. These scripts generate tables, apply formulas, and help check work before submitting lab reports.
- CS Practice & Algorithms Repo — A collection of small programs from coursework and self-study: recursion practice (like the Collatz conjecture), search algorithms, basic data structures, etc.
- Facebook Marketplace Seller — Treated my reselling as a personal business project: tracked items, pricing, profit, and messaging. This experience taught me how to think about process, customer communication, and how software tools (spreadsheets, scripts, or a future app) could make this more efficient.
I’m actively turning coursework and real-life problems into small documented projects. As I publish code and demos, I’ll link them here with clear READMEs, screenshots, and setup steps.
Contact
Email me at hewad.ah.kabiri@gmail.com or find me on LinkedIn - GitHub