Thomas Rivera

Resourceful and detail-oriented aspiring software engineer proficient in React.js, TestCafe, and JavaScript. I excel in collaborative Agile Software Development and Issue-Driven Project Management, enabling quick and successful delivery of projects. As an Eagle Scout, I learned responsibility and leadership. I view every opportunity as a platform for learning and growth and consistently commit to excellence in all endeavors.

Interests: Full Stack Software Development, Web Development, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

Projects

Noble 2024-12-16

Provides the Service Members of the Hawaii Air National Guard (HIANG) with anonymous, reliable health information and support, empowering individuals to make informed decisions with confidence.

Voluntree 2024-05-06

A volunteer management system that matches willing volunteers with nonprofits, and other organizations.

Javascript React.js Meteor.js MongoDB Semantic UI TestCafe Agile Project Management

Sustainer 2023-12-12

A web app to order reusable takeout containers for events.

HACC 2023 Javascript React.js Meteor.js MongoDB Semantic UI TestCafe Agile Project Management

Tutoring Coordination Program 2020-07-10

My Eagle Scout project where I developed a program to assist in the collaboration, scheduling, and organization of tutoring at Damien Memorial School.

Eagle-Scout Leadership Communication Personal-Development

Essays

It Starts With "Hello World"

13 Dec 2023

Introduction: When I first started college, I knew Computer Science was my major. However, as to what career I would pursue, I was still determining. I spent hours researching career paths, reading articles and forums, and watching YouTube videos. During...

Software Engineering Coding AI

You're Thinking Too Hard About This

30 Nov 2023

Introduction: If you’ve ever sat down somewhere and stared off into the distance, I’m sure you’ve started seeing common occurrences. Whether in nature, with human behavior, or designs of items, patterns are used to solve everyday problems, such as using...

Design Patterns Coding

Me and A-I

21 Nov 2023

Introduction: With the release of artificial intelligence (AI) to the masses, concerns about how this new technology will be used have caused many to worry. Whether it’s academic dishonesty or the obsolescence of jobs, AI carries baggage that helps humanity...

Artificial Intelligence Software Engineering

A Restrained Freedom

05 Oct 2023

Introduction: Like a baby’s first steps, raw HTML and CSS are a joy to learn and watch. It’s magical to see a site form in front of you, opening new doors and opportunities. However, much like a baby’s first steps,...

Bootstrap-5 HTML CSS

Coding Order

21 Sep 2023

Introduction: In our world, standards act as the bedrock of civilization. They function as the threads that hold society together, ensuring its smooth operation. It is in our languages, buildings, mannerisms, nature, and even code. Without standards, chaos reigns supreme....

IntelliJ ESLint Coding

No "Stupid" Questions?

06 Sep 2023

“There Are No Stupid Questions”: All my life in school, my teachers have said the phrase, “There are no stupid questions.” And they are right! There are no stupid questions, but do not expect your question to get a good...

StackOverflow Personal-Development