Pearce Packman
Building systems that bridge hardware and software.
From embedded IoT systems to full-stack apps and real-time hardware monitoring tools, I enjoy building polished software that bridges low-level systems and user-facing design.
About Me
Hey, I'm Pearce!
Full-Stack Developer
Research Assistant
Student At UMBC
So, Who Am I?
Hey, I'm Pearce — thanks for checking out my site! I’ve gone from working in the trades to studying Computer Science at UMBC, where I’ve been diving deep into full-stack development, embedded systems, and real-time projects. I love building things that blend software and hardware, and I'm currently contributing to an IoT research project through the DAMS Lab. Right now, I’m focused on refining my skills and landing a summer internship for 2026!
Skills
- C++
- JavaScript
- Bash/Shell
- Python
- Node.js
- Docker
- JWT
- Express.js
- REST APIs
- SQLite
- React
- Qt
- CSS
- React Native
- HTML
- Chart.js
- ESP32
- Serial
- ArduinoIDE
- JSON Data
- Linux
- Git
- VSCode
- Windows
- GitHub
- NeoVim
- Adaptability
- Discipline
- Leadership
- Accountability
- Initiative
- Collaboration
Projects
Experience
Undergraduate Research Assistant
June 2025 - Current
- Contributed to the DAMS Lab’s IoT-based Smart Library project focused on scalable environmental sensor deployment
- Created a comprehensive buy sheet with cost analysis, redundancy planning, and sensor comparison
- Researched and selected embedded hardware based on capabilities: ESP32 boards, BME680, SDS011, LDR, and LM393 sensors
- Proposed a clean, minimal frontend UI mockup for a multi-room dashboard
Hackathon Winner
April 2025
- Awarded Best Computer Vision for developing a goal-tracking app using image recognition to monitor user progress
- Designed a clean, user-friendly UI in React Native to enhance app usability and engagement
- Learned React Native UI in 24 hours and collaborated with a team to meet tight deadlines
Education
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
August 2024 - December 2026
- Obtaining Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science
- Graduating in December of 2026
- GPA: 3.81
- Coursework: Operating Systems, Data Structures, Computer Architecture, Principles of Programming Languages, Computer Organazation and Assembly Language
- Extra Curricular Activities: UMBC Racing Team Member
Carroll Community College
August 2022 - May 2024
- Obtained Associate's Degree in Arts and Sciences
- GPA: 3.83 (Magna Cum Laude)
- Coursework: Introduction to Python Programming, Introduction to C++ Programming
- Extra Curricular Activities: PTK Honor's Society Member