About Me
View my BlogHi I'm Steve, I am a passionate-about-technology 19 year old that's interested in software engineering, network engineering or even systems administration. On the programming side I have experience with Python, Java, and HTML. I also have a little home lab that I use to explore the world of network engineering... for fun; and I have a hands on understanding of Linux and Unix based operating systems since I run Debian and FreeBSD based servers.
Experience
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St Paul's School
2023 - PresentIT Support Casual
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Jaycar Strathpine
2018 - PresentSales Assistant
Education
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Queensland University of Technology
2022 - PresentGPA: 6.5 out of 7
Current Course:
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IN01 - Bachelor of Information Technology (Computer Science)
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IFB102 - Introduction to Computer Systems
2022 S1 - Basics of a Computer and Projects with a Raspberry Pi (View My Final Assessment) | Grade: 6
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IFB103 - IT Systems Design
2022 S1 - Designing an IT System | Grade: 6
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IFB104 - Building IT Systems
2022 S1 - Projects with Python and SQLite | Grade: 7
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IFB105 - Database Management
2022 S1 - MySQL and Database Theory | Grade: 6
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CAB201 - Programming Principles
2022 S2 - C# and the Basics of Object Oriented Programming | Grade: 7
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CAB202 - Microprocessors and Digital Systems
2022 S2 - AVR Assembly and C on an ATtiny1626 (Using the "QUTy Dev Board") | Grade: 7
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CAB240 - Information Security
2022 S2 - Keeping Data Confidential, Intact, and Accessible | Grade: 6
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IAB207 - Rapid Web Application Development
2022 S2 - Responsive Web App Development Using HTML and Python + Flask | Grade: 7
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CAB203 - Discrete Structures
2023 S1 - Using Discrete Mathematics to Solve Real-World Problems | Grade: 7
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CAB302 - Software Development
2023 S1 - Working Effectively in a Team to Develop Large-Scale Software Systems | Grade: 5
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DXB211 - Creative Coding
2023 S1 - Achieving Creative Outcomes Through Code (View My Final Assessment) | Grade: 7
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IAB230 - Design of Enterprise IoT
2023 S1 - Designing Products that use the Internet of Things | Grade: 6
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CAB222 - Networks
2023 S2 - Design and Troubleshoot Computer Networks | Grade: 7
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DXB212 - Tangible Media
2023 S2 - Designing Interactive Media (Using Arduino) | Grade: 6
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IAB330 - Applied IoT and Mobile Technologies
2023 S2 - Android App Development and Internet of Things | Grade: 7
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IFB295 - IT Project Management
2023 S2 - Agile, DSDM, and PRINCE2 Project Management | Grade: 7
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IFB102 - Introduction to Computer Systems
Awards:
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IN01 - Bachelor of Information Technology (Computer Science)
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College of Sound and Music Production
2020 - 2021VET Course:
- CUA30915 - Certificate III in Music Industry
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St Paul's School
2009 - 2021 (Prep to Year 12)ATAR: 68.20
Senior Subjects & Score:
Academic Achievements:
View ATAR View QCE View Senior Statement
Software Projects
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SimpleMusicLibrary
While helping my Dad rip almost all his CDs, I realised I needed a nice looking interface to view all of them.Technology Used:
- Python 3
- Flask
- SQLAlchemy
- SQLite
- HTML5
- Bootstrap 5
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RPV
A 'Remote Pi Vehicle', created as a 'mini project' with a Raspberry Pi for University.Technology Used:
- Python 3
- I2C
- PWM
- HTML5
- WebSockets
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Minedit
A Reddit client plugin for Spigot Minecraft Servers, created as a fun project to explore Java.Technology Used:
- Java 8
- Bukkit
- Spigot
- Gson
- unbescape
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HTML-Minecraft
A HTML recreation of the Minecraft Start Screen, created as a fun project to explore CSS animations in Year 10.Technology Used:
- HTML5
- JavaScript
- CSS3
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DynamicDNS-Spigot
A dynamic DNS plugin for Spigot Minecraft Servers, originally created for a friend but became a bigger project.Technology Used:
- Java 8
- Bukkit
- Spigot
- Gson
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Self-Hosted Software
I didn't make these, but I host them on my servers. -
Familiar Operating Systems
In order of familiarity.- Debian
- Ubuntu
- Proxmox
- Windows
- TrueNAS Scale
- TrueNAS Core
- Arch Linux
- Oracle Linux
- FreeBSD
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2016
Hardware Projects (My Home Lab)
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Virtualisation Server
Custom built by me.- Proxmox
- 2x Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4 CPUs
- Supermicro X10DRI-T4+
- 192GB 2400MT/s DDR4 ECC RAM
- Intel X520-DA2 NIC
- Inspur 9211-8i HBA
- NVIDIA Quadro P600 GPU
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 GPU
- Google Coral M.2 TPU
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My Desktop
Custom built by me.- Debian Testing
- AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU
- Gigabyte B450 AORUS ELITE
- 32GB 3200MT/s DDR4 RAM
- Solarflare SFN5122F NIC
- Intel Arc A770
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Dell R610
- Windows Server 2022 Datacenter
- 2x Intel Xeon X5690 CPUs
- 48GB 1333MT/s DDR3 ECC RAM
- Solarflare SFN5122F NIC
- Dell Perc H700 RAID HBA
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QNAP TS-453Be
- TrueNAS (originally QTS, view my article)
- Intel Celeron J3455 CPU
- 16GB DDR3L RAM
- Mellanox MCX311A NIC
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My Network Equipment
- 2x UniFi nanoHD APs
- Dell Networking X1052 Switch
- QNAP QSW-M408-4C Switch (view my article)
- Cisco Catalyst 2960-24PC-S Switch
- Cisco 811G-4G Router
- HORACO ZX-SWTG024AS Switch
- QNAP QSW-1105-5T Switch
- Asus XG-U2008 Switch
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My Raspberry Pis
- Raspberry Pi 3A+ (For Projects)
- Raspberry Pi 3B (Running PiKVM)
- Raspberry Pi 3B+ (For Projects)
- Raspberry Pi 4B 4GB (Running Pimox)
Skills and Achievements
- Currently completing a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- I have achieved Honours (A) in my Grade 1, 2 & 3 Cello Exam
- I have achieved Credit (B) in my Grade 4 Cello Exam
- I have achieved a High Distinction (A+) in my Grade 1 & 2 Music Theory Exam
- I have consistently achieved A and higher in all computing subjects since Year 5
- I have achieved a High Distinction in the Advanced NCSS Challenge Championship 2019
- I have completed the freeCodeCamp.org Responsive Web Design Course
- I have over 20 Million points in the Folding@Home Project