RESUME

Colton Phass

LATEST PROJECTS

Web Game Collection (Blackjack)

Currently working on some browser games for fun and to practice JS

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Skills

Languages & Frameworks

HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Python, C++ (Object-Oriented Programming)

Web Development

Responsive Design, SEO Best Practices, Analytics Integration

Tools & Platforms

WordPress (CMS), Git/GitHub, ZyLabs, Google Colab

Systems & Networking

Linux Command Line, Basic Networking Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

Technical Writing, Problem-Solving, Curriculum Design, Team Collaboration

EXPERIENCE

Mark Dencler & Nick Schoeb

Mar 2025–Present

AI Research Assistant

  • Contributed to development of AI and ML focused college-level course with research team.
  • Engaged in AI model research and programming tasks to introduce students to AI and ML fundamentals.
  • Structured course framework, organized instructional materials, and designed engaging activities using tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, TensorFlow Playground, and Hugging Face.
  • Utilized Google Colab and Jupyter Notebooks to develop and share code-based projects.

Mark Dencler & Nick Schoeb

May 2024–Dec 2024

Fullstack Developer (Research)

  • Developed tests and contributed to creation of college-level web development course using ZyLabs.
  • Created and evaluated over 10 assignments and learning materials using JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
  • Created dynamic project-based tasks to enhance functionality and student engagement.

Code Zealot Studios

2023–2024

Fullstack Developer Intern

  • Played a role in developing client-facing websites, utilizing HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript for improved functionality.
  • Designed, coded, and refined responsive layouts.
  • Utilized SEO tools like Google Lighthouse to enhance web optimization.

Self

2021–Present

Independent Developer

  • Maintained and enhanced a variety of web projects, including some e-commerce and portfolio sites.
  • Developed 30+ personal programming projects across Python, C++, and web development technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress.
  • Proficient with SEO tools like Google Lighthouse and experienced with some frameworks including Pygame.

EDUCATION

University of Maryland Global Campus

2025–2027 (Expected)

Pursuing Bachelors Degree in Computer Science

First Semester begins October 15th, 2025

Harford Community College

2023–2025

Associates Degree in Computer Information Systems

3.9 GPA | Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society | 10+ merit scholarships awarded


Completed key coursework including:


  • C++: Intro, Programming I, Programming II
  • Java: Intro, Programming I
  • Python Programming
  • Computer Operating Systems and Networking
  • Web Programming and Technical Writing

REFERENCES

Nicholas Schoeb

Software Engineer / Educator

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Mark Dencler

Software Engineer / Educator

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Tyler Phass

Senior Developer

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