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About Me

Portrait of Skyler

Hello! I'm Skyler, a passionate coder and gamer. I love working on creative projects that blend tech and fun. When I'm not coding, you can find me playing tabletop games or spending too much time at my computer.

Currently im enrolled in a coding bootcamp through Hack Reactor, but i also have a college background In Computer science.

Skills

Software Engineering & Web Dev

Languages: HTML, CSS, Python

Tools: Git, Docker

Databases:PostgreSQL

Performance Skills

I started to take piano lessons when i was 9 years old, and have been playing ever since. In my gradeschool years i picked up the trumpet as a part of band class, and play that to this day as well.
In highschool i eventually joined both marching band, and jazz band, in addition to our Orchestral band. Though I primarily stuck with trumpet, the skillset and love led to me to try multiple other brass instruments, such as trombone, and the french horn. I never quite fell in love with read instruments the same way as brass, however i did take the time to learn enough to get in trouble on the sax. The same is true of string instruments, of which i have dabbled in guitar, mandolin, and violin.
In addition to my love of music, I also have a passion for acting. I also have a love of improv, and have been a part of multiple improv groups.
Though these are largely passion driven skills. The tools i have learned from them have been invaluable. I have learned how to work as a team, as well as develop fleshed out social skills.

Hobbies & Interests

I have a wide range of interests, but my main focus is on gaming and coding. I love to play tabletop games, especially Dungeons and Dragons. I also enjoy playing video games, particularly RPGs and Roguelikes.

When I'm not gaming or working on a project, I like to spend my time reading, watching movies, and spending time with Cats - Joker & Mona - And my wife Miranda!

Picture of my cats Wedding photo of my wife and I

Favorite games

Firstly I always advise to check out my Steam Profile If youre curious about what i may be playing lately!

However it would probably lead you to believe at least by my most played, that my favorites are things like Newer COD titles. Albeit some of the most played games on my profile do probably make the cut for my all time favs, Steam isnt inclusive of titles, well, not on steam! If i were really pressed to choose say 5 Video Games in no particular order as my favs i would say...

  • Terraria
  • Persona 5
  • .Hack Infection
  • COD: Black Ops 2
  • World of Warcraft (VANILLA)

However, though i absolutely love playing games on my computer and consoles, my all time fav way to game is over the table via TTRPGs like D&D. As well as TCGs like Magic the Gathering, or more importantly as of late, the One Piece Card Game.
I started my TCG journey back with Magic the Gathering with the release of Scars of Mirrodin, and have been playing ever since. Though for many people Trading card games are just a way to make money or pass time, for me they are a way to connect with people. I have met so many amazing people through TCGs, and have made some of my best friends through them.
I think i really fell in love with the game around the release of Theros block in 2013, when i found the great world of competitive play. For one reason or another Magic fell out of favor for me, I still play commander and a bit of Modern from time to time, casually.
However, I have found a new love in the One Piece Card Game. I started playing it in 2023, and have been hooked ever since. I love the art, the mechanics, and the community. I have made so many friends through this game, and I am so excited to see where it goes in the future. After moving to a new city, and leaving behind many of my friends, i was worried about how i would find a new community and friends. I was so happy to find a local game store that hosts weekly events for a game at the time i'd never heard of One piece.
Funnily enough, I had never actually watched One Piece, but i was so intrigued by the game that i decided to give it a shot! Since then i've played in a multitude of events, and garnered quite the commendable collection of winner cards!

Me after winning my first major tournament
An old pic of myself, after my first time winning a major tourney for MTG
Binder of winner cards Example of Winner card up close My first winner card
Some of my favorite winner cards from the One Piece Card Game

Favorite Shows & Movies

My favorite shows and movies are a bit all over the place, but I love anything that has a good story and interesting characters.

Some of my favorites include:

  • One Piece (suprise suprise)
  • Yu Yu Hakusho
  • Better Call Saul
  • The Princess Bride
  • Good Will Hunting
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