Thoughts on code, technology, learning, and building things.https://briabytes.com/https://briabytes.com/blog/i-graduated-heres-what-it-actually-took/https://briabytes.com/blog/i-graduated-heres-what-it-actually-took/She’s a uni grad, ya’ll! I finished my B.S. in Computer Science with a 3.9 GPA. I want to sit with that sentence for a second, because for a long time it didn't feel...Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:31 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/im-trying-to-stop-hiding-my-growth/https://briabytes.com/blog/im-trying-to-stop-hiding-my-growth/Hi there! I know it’s been awhile. I’ve been busy with a new job, a new role(Operations Lead role with a Logistics company) and finishing school. I’ll be a college grad...Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:30:44 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/advent-of-cyber-2025/https://briabytes.com/blog/advent-of-cyber-2025/Quick update: I moved, I graduate next year. I made the president’s list, and I’ve been lifting. Yay me. Advent of Cyber 2025: Unwrapping Daily Security Challenges The...Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:43:54 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/back-from-my-hiatus-where-ive-been-and-whats-next/https://briabytes.com/blog/back-from-my-hiatus-where-ive-been-and-whats-next/Hey friends, It’s been a minute. After taking a much needed hiatus to regroup, reset, and refocus, I’m finally back. Life didn’t slow down while I was gone. If anything,...Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:50:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/ai-safety-and-ethics/https://briabytes.com/blog/ai-safety-and-ethics/In recent years, the growth of artificial intelligence has been astounding. From chatbots like ChatGPT to autonomous driving and predictive analytics, AI is embedded in...Wed, 06 Nov 2024 22:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/why-i-write-my-comments-before-my-code/https://briabytes.com/blog/why-i-write-my-comments-before-my-code/Yes, I know it’s been months, but life be life ing, you know? Let’s just jump right in: When I’m about to dive into a new coding project, the first thing I do is write...Fri, 19 Jul 2024 03:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/embracing-adhd-my-journey-in-software-development/https://briabytes.com/blog/embracing-adhd-my-journey-in-software-development/Update: Hi! It’s been awhile. I’ve been up to a lot, moving, studying, trying to figure out things in my life. I’ve still been working on software development and ux...Wed, 17 Jan 2024 02:14:49 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/elevating-user-experience-ux-design-with-ai-a-collaborative-approach/https://briabytes.com/blog/elevating-user-experience-ux-design-with-ai-a-collaborative-approach/\ \ \ I’m back! We(hubs and I) moved to a different state. I’ve been focused on job hunting, just enjoying our time together and getting used to a new environment. I’m...Sun, 13 Aug 2023 21:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/embracing-my-eclectic-nature-balancing-diverse-interests-and-staying-focused/https://briabytes.com/blog/embracing-my-eclectic-nature-balancing-diverse-interests-and-staying-focused/As an eclectic individual with a wide range of interests, I've come to realize that my diverse passions can be both a blessing and a challenge. On the one hand, they...Mon, 29 May 2023 19:31:08 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/empathy-you-are-not-the-user/https://briabytes.com/blog/empathy-you-are-not-the-user/Empathy is crucial in building products that connect with users on a deeper level. In the tech industry, where innovation and efficiency often reign supreme, it's easy...Fri, 05 May 2023 23:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/from-web-development-to-ux-design-and-app-development-my-journey-to-creating-user-friendly-digital-experiences/https://briabytes.com/blog/from-web-development-to-ux-design-and-app-development-my-journey-to-creating-user-friendly-digital-experiences/As someone who has always been interested in technology, I have been fortunate enough to work in a company where I have the opportunity to interact with customers on a...Thu, 04 May 2023 21:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/will-ai-replace-ux-designers-and-software-developers/https://briabytes.com/blog/will-ai-replace-ux-designers-and-software-developers/AI will replace ux designers and software developers. I have increasingly heard this, read this, argued against this everyday on social media. When I post about my...Mon, 24 Apr 2023 02:42:54 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/why-i-quit-practicum-to-pursue-ux-design-and-app-development/https://briabytes.com/blog/why-i-quit-practicum-to-pursue-ux-design-and-app-development/Making the decision to quit something that you have invested time and energy in can be difficult, but sometimes it's necessary to prioritize what truly matters. This was...Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/self-care-day/https://briabytes.com/blog/self-care-day/Self care, huh? It's like the unicorn of adulting we all know it exists, but finding the time for it is almost as rare as spotting a unicorn in the wild. But let's get...Sat, 08 Apr 2023 21:08:23 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/an-im-not-feeling-it-today-kind-of-day/https://briabytes.com/blog/an-im-not-feeling-it-today-kind-of-day/Ah, the joys of being an aspiring software engineer! You wake up one morning feeling all pumped up and ready to conquer the world with your keyboard and mouse, but then...Mon, 03 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/the-importance-of-providing-robust-answers-in-job-interviews-a-reflection-on-feedback/https://briabytes.com/blog/the-importance-of-providing-robust-answers-in-job-interviews-a-reflection-on-feedback/The job interview process can be an intimidating experience, particularly if you're me. As someone who struggles with a fear of rambling during interviews(and honestly,...Fri, 24 Mar 2023 23:30:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/my-experience-as-a-software-engineering-bootcamp-student-so-far/https://briabytes.com/blog/my-experience-as-a-software-engineering-bootcamp-student-so-far/As a software engineering bootcamp student at Practicum, I have had a fantastic experience so far. Even though I came into the program with some web development...Tue, 21 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/sunday-musings/https://briabytes.com/blog/sunday-musings/They say that the best things in life happen unexpectedly, and my journey into software development is no exception. It all started in 2020 when I was feeling burnt out...Sun, 05 Mar 2023 15:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/why-im-studying-ux-design-along-with-development/https://briabytes.com/blog/why-im-studying-ux-design-along-with-development/I’m on a ux design kick today and I want you to know about it :) Even if you have never heard of UX design, you’ve definitely seen and had to deal with good or bad...Sat, 04 Mar 2023 15:00:00 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/how-ive-been-feeling-and-what-ive-been-doing-about-it/https://briabytes.com/blog/how-ive-been-feeling-and-what-ive-been-doing-about-it/Feeling unmotivated is a common experience that many of us face at some point in our lives. It's that feeling of being stuck, lacking energy or drive, and struggling to...Sat, 04 Mar 2023 00:47:05 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/my-advice-for-learning/https://briabytes.com/blog/my-advice-for-learning/Many of us struggle with learning, feeling overwhelmed by the amount of information and unsure of how to approach new subjects. The good news is that learning how to...Sat, 18 Feb 2023 02:06:09 GMThttps://briabytes.com/blog/feb-5-sundaymusings/https://briabytes.com/blog/feb-5-sundaymusings/Goings On: Testing this AI art generator for fun There has been a growing interest in AI generated art, with many artists, designers, and engineers exploring the...Sun, 05 Feb 2023 20:23:17 GMT