Hey there! I'm Jesse — aka G33k 👋

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• 🦻 Deaf since age 2.5 (spinal meningitis) — cochlear implant user, native ASL signer

• 🖥️ Tech stack: Python · TypeScript · Swift · JavaScript · C/C++ · C# · HTML/CSS · PHP · Bash · SQL (PostgreSQL, SQLite, MySQL) · React Native · WordPress · Elementor Pro · Joomla

• 🚀 Co-founder @ GENEVIEVE Technology — Deaf-owned tech company. We build tools and platforms that empower the Deaf community through technology and connection. Also co-running Deaf^, the first IT bootcamp built by Deaf professionals for Deaf learners — ASL-first instruction.

• 💼 Operations Coordinator & Web Dev @ Eyeth Studios — juggling finances, WordPress dev, and ASL book production.

• 📱 iOS dev in progress — launched my first iOS app April 14, 2024. Currently deep in React Native.

• 🏫 Former science teacher @ Pennsylvania School for the Deaf — ran Deaf Kids Code, an after-school program where students built websites for local businesses and presented at Comcast HQ in Philadelphia. Also ran programs for digital image/video editing, chess, track, and drama (props, Arduino-powered effects, 3D printing).

• 🏆 Received an award for the Deaf Kids Code program.

• 🚌 Converting a school bus into a skoolie tiny house — ongoing project.

• 🍑 Maintaining a fruit orchard and harvesting fresh fruit when the season cooperates.

• 🏍️ Project bike: 1973 Harley-Davidson Ironhead.

• ⚡ Near-death scorecard: Spinal meningitis (2) · attic fire smoke inhalation (5) · hit by car (15) · hit by train (17). Still standing. OneWheels are non-negotiable as urban transport.

• 💬 Ask me anything — I genuinely enjoy learning and sharing.