I am a nontraditional computer science faculty member at Georgia State University. After more than 20 years as a software engineer—serving in increasing U.S. government roles at the CDC and at Microsoft, plus work with startups—I bring deep industry experience to teaching. I hold numerous certifications in programming, web design, and database administration and architecture.

I taught CS at Perimeter College before completing my CS Ph.D. at GSU in 2020. Growing up on a farm in northern Alabama and moving to Atlanta in 1988, I leverage my experiences promoting student success, career mentoring, and innovation in CS education.