Hello! My name is Caleb Karlson. I'm a student at Austin Community College planning to get a degree in Cybersecurity.

I've grown up around computers my whole life, so they've always fascinated me. I hope to pursue a degree in Cybersecurity, as I love working with electronics and computers, especially programming and figuring out how to fix difficult issues people face.

I'm not super well versed in the hardware side of computers, (though I hope to be in the future), but I have a lot of experience working with software and programming languages, such as Python, Java, and C++.

Skills:

  • Proficient in Python, Java, and Linux systems
  • Blender, PrusaSlicer
  • Advanced Mathematics
  • Strong writing and Technical Skills
  • Minor Computer Repair experience

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Hobbies:

I have a lot of Hobbies! I'm a licensed Ham radio operator, I love reading, playing games with friends and family, D&D, and recently I've even taken up a hobby of amateur cosplay through 3D printing!

Projects:

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3D Model of Helmet in PrusaSlicer

A couple months ago, I wanted to 3D print and send one of my friends a helmet from a game we both liked, so I attempted 3D modeling via Blender (to little success) before finding a file online and 3D printing it myself. It took a lot of tinkering to get the infill, speed, and temperature correct so I could have smooth prints, but it eventually turned out fine.

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Finished helmet after printing, sanding, and painting

After many, many hours of redoing prints because they failed, repainting because I sanded off one too many layers, and watching tons of guides online, I learned about how to properly use the settings on the 3D printer, the best filament to use (for my purpose), and the processes of sanding, filling, painting, and eventually finishing the print. It's by far one of my greatest accomplishments and I'm really proud of how it turned out.

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Account Manager Program

Last year I designed and created a (Rudimentary) account managing application with Java that allows you to create an account, choose a randomized password based on criteria like: Uppercase/Lowercase, the inclusion of Special characters, Numbers, etc, then after providing a length it will generate it. Additionally, you can add accounts, they get listed in the box alphabetically, and you can even perform a search if you are looking for one specific account.

This is a project I'm proud of because it took many, many hours to complete, as well as a lot of research into HTML Formatting, different search methods to make it run faster, as well as a lot of other additional user accessibility features that I didn't mention.

Groups:

NHS (National Honor Society)

Repairs:

  • Changed spark plugs and headlights in Nissan Altima
  • Replacing parts in my Dell G15 5511 PC (Ram upgrade, SSD, etc)
  • Logitech M720 clicking issue
  • Drywall repairs