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MakaylaWray/README.md

πŸ‘‹πŸΎ Hey, I'm Makayla!

I'm a Computer Science student and developer driven by purpose and inclusion. I’m passionate about using tech to solve real-world problems especially those impacting underrepresented communities. From healthcare advocacy platforms to ADHD productivity tools, I love building things that matter.


πŸŽ“ Education

University of West Georgia
B.S. in Computer Science – Expected May 2026
GPA: 3.65 | Dean’s List (2023–Present)

Cornell University (Online Certificate)
Machine Learning Foundations – 2025


πŸ’» Technical Skills

Languages: JavaScript, Python, Java, HTML, CSS
Frameworks & Libraries: React, Node.js, Express
Databases: MongoDB, MySQL
Developer Tools: Git, GitHub, Figma, VS Code, IntelliJ, Eclipse, WordPress
Concepts: Full-stack development, AI fundamentals, accessible UI design


πŸš€ Projects & Experience

πŸ”¬ Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of West Georgia – Aug 2025

  • Studied Generative AI use in telecom: predictive maintenance, network optimization, and simulation modeling.

🌐 Front-End Developer – 48in48
(https://remarkablyus.org) | Oct 2023 – Present

  • Built an accessible website using HTML, CSS, and Beaver Builder
  • Translated Figma mockups into responsive designs
  • Practiced agile dev methods in a high-speed hackathon environment

πŸ’‘ ADHD Productivity App (MERN Stack)
Dec 2024 – Present

  • Developed a gamified Pomodoro productivity app for students with ADHD
  • Integrated task scheduling, authentication, and personalized progress tracking

🧠 Yvette Healthcare Advocacy Platform
Aug 2024 – Dec 2024

  • Built a responsive site connecting women of color to healthcare providers and resources
  • Focused on user-friendly design and mobile-first responsiveness

🌟 Programs & Leadership

Break Through Tech AI Fellow – Cornell Tech
May 2025 – Present

  • Selected from 1,500+ applicants
  • Completed ML coursework and industry mentorship focused on real-world AI applications

Active Member:

  • πŸ›  National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
  • πŸ‘©πŸΎβ€πŸ’» Women in Tech (WIT) Atlanta
  • πŸ–₯ Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

πŸ“¬ Let's Connect


β€œTechnology is most powerful when it's used to empower people.”

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