Computers have interested ever since I had first used one, I was always curious how people created programs and was always interested in games. I worked hard the summer of 2000, I saved every dollar, and at the end I was finally able to purchase my first computer. Ever since then I had always thought to myself how fun it would to have a career in programming software. It was a great idea at the time, but as I entered high school my priorities quickly shifted from planning for the future to living life in the moment. My focus then shifted into a career of remodeling/construction and I was no longer interested in going to college. My grades begun to slip and eventually I dropped out of the running start program. Fast forward to now and I wish I could take it back, I had a great opportunity to fast track into the career I had always dreamed of. After 13 years of working jobs that were not enjoyable to me, I decided it was time to go back to college and pursue software engineering, …show more content…
I plan on completing my bachelor’s degree at the UW because it has one of the best CSS programs in the country, it is close to where I live, the class room sizes are optimal for learning, and the community support is amazing. The talents and skills that I will bring with me are problem solving, working well with others, completing tasks in an efficient manner, and a highly developed work ethic. I do not have much experience outside of the class room in terms of software development, as I make the transition into software engineering I still operate my small painting company to pay bills. I have an opportunity to help program a blank blank insert the program blank here for a lab manager that works at the UW’s Cognitive study for infants. Other interests and activities include: cars, racing, hiking, swimming, camping, video games, brewing beer, supporting