About Me
I am a PhD student in Computer Science at Virginia Tech University, where I began my doctoral studies in Spring 2023. My academic journey is driven by a passion for advancing software engineering practices and exploring emerging technologies in computer science.
Upon completion of my PhD, I aim to pursue a career in academia or industry research, where I can contribute to developing innovative software solutions that address real-world challenges in software engineering and digital education. I am particularly interested in positions that allow me to combine teaching with cutting-edge research.
Prior to joining Virginia Tech, I served as an Information Technology Instructor at Obuasi Senior High Technical School in Ghana, where I taught HTML, CSS, QBasic/C++/Java programming, Access database, and spreadsheet applications to high school students. This experience solidified my commitment to computer science education and inspired my interest in digital education research.
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Virginia Tech, I have had the privilege of supporting multiple courses, including Mobile Application Development (CS5254), Web Application Development (CS5244), Professionalism in Computing (CS3604), Software Engineering (CS5704), and Introduction to Software Design (CS1114). These experiences have enriched my understanding of both pedagogy and diverse areas of computer science.
Education
Virginia Tech University, Blacksburg, VA
Expected: 2027
Advisor: Dr. Eli Tilevich
Virginia Tech University, Blacksburg, VA
December, 2025
Virginia Tech University, Blacksburg, VA
December, 2025
University of Education, Winneba, Ghana
August 2015 – July 2019 | First Class Honors
Enchi College of Education, Ghana
June 2009 – July 2012
Research Interests
Software Engineering: AI reliability, safety, and fault tolerance; software architecture; automation
Distributed Computing: Edge computing and mobile computing systems
Digital Education: Computer science education and pedagogical approaches
Personal Background
I was born and raised in Ghana, where I completed my primary, secondary, diploma, and undergraduate education. Growing up in Ghana shaped my perspective on the transformative power of technology and education, particularly in underserved communities. This background continues to inform my research interests and my commitment to making technology education accessible to all.
Beyond academics, I am passionate about lifelong learning and continuous skill development. I regularly engage with online learning platforms to expand my knowledge in emerging technologies and teaching methodologies. I enjoy exploring how technology can solve practical problems in everyday life and often experiment with new programming languages, frameworks, and development tools.
I also value community engagement and mentorship. Having benefited from mentors throughout my educational journey, I am committed to paying it forward by supporting students and early-career professionals in their computer science careers.