Joshua Brisson
Graduate of University of Colorado Colorado Springs
I am a recent graduate of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs in the Bachelor of Innovation program. My interests include cybersecurity, software design and development, machine learning, and networking.
GPA: 3.823
Curriculum Vita
Innovation EssayProgramming Skills
These are some of the skill that I have developed throughout my education. I am also looking to branch into machine learning and AI alongside defensive cybersecurity methods.
Python
Over the past 2 years I have had experience using Python to develop both data visualization programs as well as using the NEAT algorithm to evolve neural networks in some personal projects like a Flappy Bird Neural network.
C++
I have over 2 years of experience programming in C++, creating games, database applications involving MySQL, and am currently working on a neural network to classify the MNIST handwriting dataset.
Java
I have a combined 7 years of experience with Java creating games, data management programs, and am currently working on a packet sniffer application.
JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Over the last 2 years I have developed a few web applications and websites including this portfolio
Ruby on Rails
In the last year I designed and developed a project management web application for my past and current programming projects using a number of different web libraries and a Docker hosted dev environment.
Drupal
At the request of the Founder of the UCCS Bachelors of Innovation program I worked with a team to redesign and improve the UCCS BI website for future and current students.
Personal Projects
Here are some personal projects that I have done in my own time
VAST Lab Website Update
Innovation Consultant
Motorcycle Airbag Prototype
Neural Network Flappy Bird
Leadership Experience
UCCS Climbing Team Founding Board Member (Treasurer)
– Worked with several local companies to establish a deal for discounted equipment and memberships
– Currently Working on a budget for the club as well as the creation of a website in order to facilitate
communication with the members.
UCCS Art Club Executive Board Member (V.P.)
– Worked with a group of 15 people to organize and run two public art shows
– Regularly communicated with UCCS staff members and organized meetings regarding budgets,
allocation of resources, and the use of school buildings.
– Recorded, cataloged, directed, and ran executive board meeting agendas and discussions
