I'm Austin Orphan, a passionate software developer who embodies the philosophy of being Creative, Competitive, and Curious. With a background in computer science and expertise in technologies like C#, .NET, and AWS, I love building solutions that make a real difference—whether that's crafting intuitive user interfaces or architecting scalable backend systems.
When I'm not coding, you might find me playing drums, guitar, or shooting hoops on the basketball court. I believe the best solutions come from diverse experiences and perspectives.
I approach every project with a creative mindset, finding innovative solutions to complex problems. Whether it's designing efficient workflows, building interactive applications, or optimizing existing systems, I strive to create something both functional and elegant.
I thrive in challenging environments and constantly push myself to improve. This competitive spirit drives me to write cleaner code, learn new technologies, and deliver solutions that exceed expectations. I believe healthy competition brings out the best in everyone.
My curiosity is what led me from computer science into exploring management principles, from traditional databases to cloud architectures, and from solo projects to collaborative team environments. I'm always asking "what if?" and "how can we do this better?"
A TypeScript-based running application MVP designed to track and analyze running performance with modern web technologies.
Maze navigating robot initially designed for my college robotics class. Implements pathfinding algorithms and sensor integration for autonomous navigation.
Interactive physics simulation demonstrating projectile motion principles with real-time visualization and parameter controls for educational purposes.
Simple collection of games built in Python showcasing fundamental programming concepts and game development principles through interactive entertainment.
I'm always interested in new opportunities, collaborations, and interesting projects. Whether you have a question, want to discuss a project, or just want to say hello, I'd love to hear from you!