Hi, I'm Owen 👋
Computer Science student and software engineer building practical, user-focused projects.
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About

CS student at Western Washington University (2022–Present). Recent Software Engineer Intern at Cita Marketplace. Built projects like Fiscus Financial and ZestTV, with experience across full‑stack web development, API integrations, and deploying to cloud platforms.

Work Experience

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Cita Marketplace

August 2024 - October 2024
Software Engineer Internship
Built scalable full‑stack features using Next.js, TypeScript, TRPC, and SQL databases; deployed services to AWS and Vercel. Implemented responsive UI with Tailwind CSS and optimized API performance and database queries to improve load times. Worked in an Agile team across product and design to deliver prioritized user stories, incorporated client feedback, and participated in code reviews and the full software development lifecycle.
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Island Home Center & Lumber

June 2024 - August 2024
Floor Support and Inventory Coordinator
Improved inventory workflows and purchasing coordination through data-driven tracking and process refinements, reducing stock discrepancies and improving order accuracy. Collaborated with cross-functional teams and vendors to align inventory levels with demand and supported point-of-sale and customer interactions, strengthening communication and problem-solving skills.

Education

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Western Washington University

2022 - Present
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
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Vashon Island High School

2018 - 2022
High School Diploma

Skills

TypeScript
Next.js
React
Rust
Python
Pine Script
Java
AWS
SQL
TRPC
My Projects

Check out my latest work

I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.

Professionly.co

Professionly.co

Co-founded a platform connecting students with job opportunities; led technical development, product roadmap, and user‑driven feature iteration.

Next.js
TypeScript
Website
Fiscus Trade

Fiscus Trade

Realtime finacial research platform, market sentiment analsis, and stock trading. integrating the Alpaca API for secure stock trading and displaying user positions and transactions.

Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Alpaca
PostgreSQL
Website
Under Construction
Fiscus Financial

Fiscus Financial

Building a platform of finacial tools for the average person to manage their money and investments.

Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Plaid
PostgreSQL
Website
Fiscus Wallet

Fiscus Wallet

Full‑stack wallet application for Fiscus Financial, integrating Plaid API for secure financial data access and displaying user balances and transactions.

Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Plaid
PostgreSQL
Website
Vashon Build

Vashon Build

Designed and developed a website for Vashon Build, a local homebuilder. Implemented responsive layouts, performance improvements, and search-friendly structure.

Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Website
Lume Tide Swim

Lume Tide Swim

Designed and developed a website for Lume Tide Swim, a local swim-wear brand. Implemented responsive layouts, performance improvements, and search-friendly structure.

Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Website
CAAS

CAAS

Contributed to AI consulting projects delivering data-driven solutions and prototypes. Implemented web interfaces and backend components that enabled model integration and client demonstrations.

Next.js
TypeScript
Website
Contact

Get in Touch

Want to chat? Just shoot me an email at kruseo@wwu.edu.