Brandon West is a graduate research assistant and PhD candidate in computer engineering at Texas A&M with 13 years of hands-on experience in software optimization, algorithms, and systems programming. He combines academic research with practical lab engineering—having designed hardware insulation and software interfaces for scientific equipment like STM bake-outs and MOCVD systems—bringing a rare blend of low-level hardware insight and algorithmic rigor. A strong educator and tutor early in his career, he has consistently translated complex mathematical concepts into usable tools and interfaces. Based in College Station, Texas, he pairs a track record of high academic achievement with applied problem-solving that targets performance and efficiency in real-world research settings.
13 years of coding experience
Associate in Science, Engineering, GPA: 3.98 / 4.00, Associate in Science, Engineering, GPA: 3.98 / 4.00 at Angelina College
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Computer Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University
High School Diploma, GPA: 3.84 / 4.00, High School Diploma, GPA: 3.84 / 4.00 at Broaddus High School
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