About
I’m Zander, a developer who loves learning, building, and using tech to help people. I’m all about growing my skills, tackling real problems, and sharing what I’ve been blessed to learn with others. Whether it’s design, code, or community work, my goal is simple: create things that make life easier, support others on their journey, and keep growing as a builder every day.
Work Experience
UIsy DesignMy Business
Code Ninjas
Desert Vista Computer Science Club
Tempe Union High School District
Education
Desert Vista High School
Scottsdale Community College
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Skills
Programming Languages & Tools
Business & Soft Skills
Check out my latest work
I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.
Flashcard/it
Flashcard/it is an AI-powered flashcard generator that transforms educational PDFs into interactive flashcards. By leveraging Gemini's capabilities, users can upload documents, and the app intelligently extracts key concepts to create structured flashcards, enhancing the learning experience.
Create-a-Curriculum
A web app that helps educators and learners design custom curricula with ease. Users can organize lessons, set learning goals, and export structured course plans, making it simple to create personalized learning paths.
JavaBrewed
An open-source web app designed to teach Java programming through structured lessons tailored for beginners, AP Computer Science A students, and advanced learners. JavaBrewed offers regular, AP, and honors-level courses, along with personalized progress tracking and recommendations.
ReLive It
ReLive It is an immersive American History game that gamifies learning through quizzes, AI interactions, and a unique feature that lets players experience historical events in their actual time periods. The game encourages active engagement and deeper understanding of history by blending education with gameplay.
Activites
Desert Vista High School
Desert Vista Computer Science Club
Future Business Leaders of America
Certificates
Awards
Featured Papers
How To Get Members Into A New Club (And Actually Keep Them There)
Americans Silently Kill Themselves Daily: A Solution For Receipts That Use Bisphenols
I like building things
During my time, I attended 3+ hackathons. People from around the country would come together and build incredible things in 2-3 days. It was eye-opening to see the endless possibilities brought to life by a group of motivated and passionate individuals.
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Planet Explorer
Desert Vista High School
A 3D educational game built with Unity that lets players explore the planets in our solar system. Start on Neptune and travel inward, answering questions about each planet. Players calculate orbital speeds, periods, and forces using real physics equations, making learning interactive and hands-on. - I
Insurmnia [POLICY VOIDED]
Godot Wild Jam
Insurmnia [POLICY VOIDED] is a fast-paced jam game where you play an overworked employee thrown into chaos after a sudden call from your boss. Navigate the madness, outsmart the competition, and survive the night — all built for the Godot Wild Jam hackathon. - H
Health Tracker
Desert Vista High School
A simple web app built with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript that helps users track their daily calories and exercises. Log meals, monitor workouts, and stay on top of your health goals with an easy-to-use interface.