headshot of Kendra
this is me
Kendra photographing in the rain up on a ledge
on a shoot
action shot of a rugby game, Kendra is making a tackle
playing rugby

My background includes two and a half years of Computer Science classes as well as a previous career in Fine Arts along with a BFA.

I have completed the full list of prerequisite classes and have been admitted into the CS Post Baccalaureate Master's program at Portland State University. However, at this point the program does not match up with my career goals, so I am continuing to take courses and complete certificate programs on my own.

Kendra and companion in wetsuits in front of surfboards
surfing badly
Kendra and companion in dress clothes at a wedding
being fancy

I have a strong background in C++ and Python with over two years of programing in them, with a strong emphasis on OOP. I am very comfortable working in Linux and Windows command line environments but am well versed in IDEs such as VS Code as well. I have also begun work in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. A portfolio implementation of my work can be seen at: kfwainsc.github.io and the code @kfwainsc on GitHub.

Kendra attempting to walk a horse and a dog at the same time. Both are pulling their leads in oposite directions
on a walk
Kendra and assistants photographing a couple by the water
more shooting
snowboarding

My formal training as an artist has cultivated an intense attention to detail along with a strong ability to think creatively in order to solve difficult problems. These qualities, along with a history of being a self-starter and an equal ability to work in teams will translate well into the software industry to create projects that not only will fulfill but exceed the clients' expectations and needs.