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Josh1302/README.md

👋 Welcome to Joshua Underwood’s GitHub

Hi, I'm Joshua — a passionate Computer Science graduate with a foundation in Electrical Engineering and a drive for creating innovative, impactful software. I thrive in collaborative environments, embrace agile development practices, and am always exploring ways to merge technical excellence with creative solutions.

🎓 Education

Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Dec 2024
Coursework highlights: Cybersecurity, Machine Learning, Big Data Analysis, Web & Mobile App Development, Operating Systems, Algorithms

Louisiana State University
Completed first two years of B.S. in Electrical Engineering
Coursework highlights: Digital Logic, Circuit Design, Microcontrollers, Assembly Language

💻 Technical Skills

  • Languages: Java, C++, Python, C#, SQL, PHP, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Kotlin, Assembly
  • Frameworks & Libraries: React, Django, AJAX, Unity, Unreal Engine
  • Databases: MySQL, MongoDB
  • Tools: Git/GitHub, Linux, Visual Studio, VSCode, Valgrind, Memcached, Kiel uVision
  • Cloud & Big Data: Apache Hadoop, Spark, MapReduce, AWS SQS/SNS
  • Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, XP | TDD with JUnit & Postman
  • Other: MVC/MVVM design patterns, cybersecurity principles

🚀 Featured Projects

  • 🔗 Travel Optimization Website
    Java, C/C++, JavaScript (React), SQL
    Built a full-stack platform to plan efficient multi-stop trips using Agile/Scrum and TDD.

  • 🎬 Streaming Recommendation System
    Java, Hadoop, MapReduce
    Big data engine analyzing user behavior with co-occurrence matrices for recommendations.

  • 🌐 Interactive Team Website
    Java, PHP, HTML, JavaScript/AJAX
    Dynamic multi-page site using MVC design for scalable content delivery.

  • ♟️ Online Multiplayer Chess Game
    Java, React, PHP
    Full client-server setup with user authentication, messaging, and friend lists.

  • 🧠 Word Decipher Multiplayer Game
    Python, PyGame
    Real-time puzzle game with chat and Python socket-based networking.

🧠 What Drives Me

I'm inspired by the intersection of software, education, and social engagement. Whether it's building tools to help others learn or creating interactive experiences, I strive to deliver thoughtful solutions. I'm especially interested in gamification, big data, and backend architectures that scale.

🌟 Let’s Connect


Thanks for stopping by! Feel free to explore my repositories — I’m always open to new challenges and collaborations.

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  1. GerardoV02/T17 GerardoV02/T17 Public

    Repository for CS312 T17

    PHP 1

  2. Josh1302 Josh1302 Public

    Config files for my GitHub profile.

  3. word-decipher word-decipher Public

    A two player game with a trial and error word decipher.

    Python

  4. complex-community-connect complex-community-connect Public

    TypeScript

  5. Sports-betting-app Sports-betting-app Public

    Kotlin