Summary
Phyllis B is an AI research engineer and Assistant Research Professor at Mississippi State University with nine years of experience bridging AI research, full-stack MLOps, and STEM education. She leads interdisciplinary projects in Advanced Smart Manufacturing and Generative Design through MSU initiatives, applying large language models, NLP, and generative AI with a human-centered focus. Holding a PhD in Computer Science and a background in fine arts, she blends rigorous technical depth with creative design sensibilities to produce practical, user-aware AI systems. Committed to workforce development, she advances STEM programming and industry-facing solutions while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
9 years of coding experience
High School Diploma, High School Diploma at Pass Christian High School
Full Stack Web Development Certification, Computer Software Engineering, Full Stack Web Development Certification, Computer Software Engineering at Free Code Camp
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Computer Science, 4.0, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Computer Science, 4.0 at Mississippi State University