Omar Zaidi

IT Coordinator @ University of Hawaii

IT specialist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory with a strong background in project support and problem-solving. Pursuing B.S. in Computer Science/Philosophy at the University of Hawaii Manoa.


Interests: Technology Ethics, Cyber security, Education, Mechanics, Sound engineering & Live sound, IT/Devops


Projects

First WOD of the year 2023

I embarked on my first ICS 314 WOD, where excitement and fear danced hand in hand.

JavaScript Coding Challenge

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PHOBS REPPORT App 2023

Repport

ICS 314 GitHub

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An automated health check 2020

Basic scripting with python

Python Javascript Google Forms

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Movie Rating App 2019

My First Ruby Experience: Building a Movie Rating App

Ruby GitHub

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Essays

Reflect on Software Engineering

11 Dec 2023

Reflections on Software Engineering Beyond Web Development As I reflect on the culmination of my experiences in the ICS 314 Software Engineering class, it becomes evident that my initial perception of software engineering as merely web application development has undergone...

Reflect

Ai

17 Nov 2023

AI I. Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become increasingly prominent. This essay explores the specific relevance of AI in the field of Software Engineering, focusing on its application in ICS 314....

AI

UI Frameworks, walking on the shoulders of giants.

05 Oct 2023

The Power of UI Frameworks: Beyond the Complexity Introduction User Interface (UI) frameworks are powerful tools in the world of web development, offering a structured approach to building visually appealing and responsive websites. However, they can seem daunting to beginners,...

UI Web Development

ESLinting to finish line

20 Sep 2023

The Significance of Coding Standards Introduction In the world of software development, coding standards are often overlooked as mere nitpicking about indentation and brace placement. However, they are far more than superficial guidelines; coding standards are the linchpin of code...

Software Engineering Learning

Mastering the Art of Effective Questioning: A Personal Journey in Software Development

06 Sep 2023

Mastering the Art of Effective Questioning: A Personal Journey in Software Development Introduction In the realm of software development, we often prioritize honing technical skills such as mastering programming languages and frameworks. However, one often-overlooked but critical skill is the...

Philosophy Thinking

Intersections

31 Aug 2023

Exploring the Intersection of Software Engineering, Car Mechanics, Music, and Ethics Introduction: As I approach my anticipated graduation from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa in 2024, I am embarking on a multifaceted journey that encompasses software engineering, car mechanics,...

Ethics Answers

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