Hey, my name's Elina (they/them).

I'm a Software Engineering graduate from Thinkful.

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How It All Started

I'm a Software Engineering graduate from Thinkful learning software engineering. Currently, Florida is where I call home.

As an aspiring software developer, my focus lies in writing code that's easy to read. I plan on learning a wide range of programming technologies during my time as a developer. I'd love to collaborate with other developers so we can produce better and grow faster.

Future Digital Nomad

Find things that spark joy and do them every day.

This is the basis of my desire to become a digital nomad. Along with wanting to pursue tiny living, being a digital nomad allows me the freedom to work from anywhere in the world.

In my travels, I've been throughout the U.S., Mexico, various Caribbean islands, and Europe. Next on my list is the Pacific Northwest and Bali.

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Portfolio

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myMarks

Snippet of Noteful application project. Screenshot of navy blue and white note taking application.

Noteful

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Bookend

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FIFO Pet Adoption Site

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Spaced Repetition Application

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Portfolio Project Coming Soon

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Ideal Projects

I'd love to work on the following projects:

Apps that make us better human beings


Open-source software for all


Websites for non-profits and causes I support

Who Am I Outside of Code...

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Meditation

So within, so without. Even code starts in the mind before it ever reaches the real world. This is why it's important for me to focus on my mental and holistic health through practices like meditation, mindfulness, and daily devotionals.

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Weightlifting

I want to lift heavy things someday. Right now, I'm focused on powerlifting. In the future, I want to move into Olympic powerlifting movements. Weightlifting teaches you to start where you are and always seek to get better.

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Foreign Languages

Hablas español? I know an intermediate level of Spanish. Next, I want to master the other Romance languages. If you want some cool songs in other languages, boy, do I have some playlists for you.

Let's Connect

To: elinamcgill@gmail.com

Github

Follow my programming journey.

Check my profile on GitHub.

LinkedIn

Add me on LinkedIn.

You know you wanna'.