Projects & Interests
Projects & Interests
A mix of technical innovation and personal passion
Projects
Resumé Website
Ongoing
Home Lab
- Designed and deployed a personal resumé/portfolio website hosted on a self-managed Ubuntu VM in Microsoft Azure
- Built using ASP.NET MVC and styled with custom HTML/CSS components
- Version-controlled via Git, containerized with Docker for deployment consistency
- DNS routing and SSL managed through Cloudflare for enhanced security and performance
Home Lab Infrastructure
Ongoing
Home Lab
- Designed and manage a hybrid lab of physical and cloud-based compute resources with VPN tunneling
- Supports secure remote access via RDP for high-performance GPU tasks, development, and simulations
- Enables file transfer, software testing, and staging environments across isolated virtual networks
- Built for flexibility in use cases from AI modeling to media production and DevOps experimentation
Copilot Community
2024 – Present
Microsoft Ireland
- Initiated and lead the Copilot Community program for EC & PS customers in Ireland
- Facilitated monthly forums to promote Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption and peer learning
- Drove executive engagement and feedback loops for future capability roadmap alignment
Blockchain Ticketing Marketplace
2021
University Final Year Project
- Developed a full-stack NFT-based ticket marketplace to prevent fraud
- Technologies: .NET, C#, Solidity, Docker, SQL Server, Git
- Agile methodology, delivered a functional proof of concept with First Class Honors
Sports
Fan & Enthusiast
Ongoing
Passion for Sport & Fitness
- Lifelong supporter of Irish rugby and the McLaren Formula 1 team
- Attend matches and follow global sporting events year-round
- Maintain personal health and discipline through regular gym sessions
- Enjoy skiing as a recreational winter activity
Field Hockey Coaching & Management
2018 – 2024
Team Leadership & Development
- Managed and coached up to 60 players across multiple teams and age groups
- Led squads to league promotions and cup victories
- Built strong interpersonal, motivational, and leadership capabilities
Field Hockey Player
2010 – 2019
Team Participation & Competitive Play
- Played field hockey competitively for nearly a decade across youth and club levels
- Developed resilience, teamwork, and game awareness through league play
- Contributed to team spirit and on-field leadership as a senior player
Community Impact
Give Campaign & Volunteering
2021 – Present
Charity, Inclusion & Engagement
- Led and organized fundraising initiatives with Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind
- Volunteered cooking meals for families at Ronald McDonald House in Dublin
- Coordinated Microsoft’s internal Give Campaign efforts as a champion in Ireland
- Created inclusive, high-impact events to engage employees in meaningful causes
Club Committee Member (Volunteer)
2019 – 2021
Welfare & Financial Oversight
- Served as Welfare Officer for one year, supporting member wellbeing and conflict resolution
- Managed club finances and budget planning as Treasurer the following year
- Promoted transparent governance and inclusive club culture
Digital Safety Educator (Volunteer)
2015
Community Outreach with McAfee
- Delivered educational sessions on digital safety and online responsibility to school children
- Helped raise awareness around cyberbullying, password protection, and safe browsing
- Introduced students to basic principles of responsible digital citizenship