Panya Ou

About Me

Hi! I'm Panya, a graduate of California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo with a Bachelor of Science degree, currently pursuing my Master's degree with a specialization in Software Engineering and Artificial Intelligence. If you've only seen my LinkedIn or resume, you're in for a treat. This space is dedicated to sharing the full spectrum of my skills, experiences, and interests that can't be captured in a traditional professional profile.

Education

Master's Degree

Institution: Western Governors University

Specialization: Software Engineering & Artificial Intelligence

My graduate studies are focused on advanced software engineering principles and cutting-edge AI technologies. This journey is equipping me with the expertise to develop innovative solutions at the intersection of software architecture and machine learning.

Bachelor of Science

Institution: California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

My undergraduate education provided me with a strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, programming principles, and software development methodologies. Cal Poly's "Learn by Doing" approach has been instrumental in my practical skill development.

My Journey

From my earliest memories, I've been captivated by video games and technology. Growing up with Nintendo's Pokemon and Mario series sparked my passion for technology and shaped my future aspirations. That first Gameboy and the communities I found through gaming were pivotal in my development, eventually leading me to dream of creating games myself.

My formal journey into computer science began in high school with my first Java programming class. The ability to create visual experiences and automate tasks through code fascinated me. This fascination deepened at Cal Poly, where I expanded my knowledge into software architecture, web development, artificial intelligence, networking, and computer science history.

Now, as I pursue my Master's degree, I'm diving deeper into the realms of software engineering and artificial intelligence. My graduate studies are allowing me to explore advanced concepts in system design, machine learning algorithms, and AI applications that can solve real-world problems.

Key Achievements

  • 🎓 Currently pursuing a Master's degree specializing in Software Engineering and AI
  • 🏆 Successfully completed my first hackathon
  • 💼 Launched my tech career with an industry position
  • 💻 Solved 30+ LeetCode problems (and counting!)
  • 👨‍🏫 Taught coding to elementary school students
  • 🌐 Developed a recipe-sharing web application with SQL
  • 🎨 Created commercial websites for local businesses
  • 🎮 Discovered my passion for game design
  • 🖥️ Set up and maintain a personal Raspberry Pi server

These achievements represent more than just checkboxes—they're milestones in my personal and professional growth journey.