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Smart LED

Tron Suit

Prototype LED-lit bodysuit using unique system of interlocking, flexible WS2812b aRGB LED modules; comprised of 2,000+ solder joints, 400 LEDs and ESP32 microcontroller SoC with audio playback. The LEDs have light sequences that are arranged for each musical piece, and eventually they will also be sound reactive. Suit components are also easily removable and replaceable on the fly.

Custom PC Builds

Custom-built desktop PCs with DIY lighting from aRGB LEDs and ATMega microcontrollers. The LEDs feature audio response and infrared remote-control capabilities. LED system is powered by the PC's PSU and case exteriors have custom vinyl decals.

PiMac Computer

The PiMac is a 2006 iMac, stripped of everything but its speakers and LCD, that gained new life as a modern take on an arcade machine. Inside now lies a PS TV console, Android TV stick and a Raspberry Pi. A display driver board now drives the LCD/speakers and an extra input allows the PiMac to function as a traditional monitor.

Graphics/

Decals

Intermediate complexity graphic design and photo retouching done with Adobe Photoshop CS6. Photoshop and CAD programs were used to design and fabricate vinyl decals that were then used for personal projects or sold to clients. Decal fabrication executed on a Cricut smart cutting/die-cut machine.

Repair Work

Generated extra personal income repairing PCs/cell phones, providing tech support for clients. Repair work often involved soldering, troubleshooting, OS installation, malware removal, component replacement, inspection and analysis, as well as testing with various equipment and software.