a little bit about me...
I'm a software engineer who enjoys turning real-world problems into simple, reliable tools.
I'm currently studying Computer Science, Linguistics, and Cognitive Science at UCLA, and I'm interested in both how software works and how people interact with it. I enjoy building software end-to-end and iterating based on real feedback rather than assumptions.
I've worked on projects ranging from full-stack development to small applied machine learning projects and data-driven tools, with a focus on reliability and user-facing impact. Currently, I'm working with LA Blueprint to build a mobile app using Next.js and Supabase around real stakeholder workflows.
Outside of engineering, I’ve worked as an interpreter at international music events. Those experiences taught me how to commmunicate clearly under pressure, coordinate across teams, and adapt quickly
I'm continuously learning and experimenting, and I'm excited by environments where I can build, iterate, and grow while working on things that genuinely matter.
FoodieFam
FoodieFam is a web app built atop a MERN stack that aims to connect people to share a meal with. Have you ever wanted to try multiple dishes from a restaurant while on a solo mission? Use Foodie Fam to find others to share a meal family style!
Marble Madness
Marble Madness is a 2-dimensional maze-based video game where you battle enemies and collect power-ups along your journey in guarding crystals to the finish line within the shortest amount of time. This C++ game implements inheritance, polymorphism, and memory management to optimize performance and enhance system architecture with object-oriented programming.
Slice
Slice is a browser-based video editing tool built to efficiently crop and organize sports footage with precision and speed. Slice allows users to extract specific highlights from multi-hour tennis matches and group them by shot type for AI-driven analysis.
Uclaphichi.com
UclaPhiChi.com is a digital home base for UCLA's pre-med students seeking mentorship, leadership, and community. When the Phi Chi Professional Pre-Medical Society first launched its chapter, there was no digital infrastructure - no online presence, no member system, no place for students to find support. I took initiative to build the organization's website from the ground up, transforming a blank canvas into a responsive, content-rich hub that continues to grow with the chapter.
Personal Portfolio
Joycejeoung.com is a personal portfolio website that I built and deployed to showcase my projects, experiences, and technical skills. The site serves as an evolving hub for my software engineering journey and reflects my growth as a developer.
