About Me
Hi, I’m David Holland. I am a Computer Engineering student at the University of Virginia with a passion for digital systems, programming, and building technology that solves real-world problems. I enjoy bridging hardware and software, from designing an 8-bit CPU in VHDL to building Blackhawk AI, a full-stack retrieval-augmented generation web app. As a Technology Assistant at the UVA Career Center, I manage deployment, security, and support across a fleet of 50+ Windows and macOS endpoints. Beyond academics, I lead and mentor through Younglife, where I’ve developed strong communication and leadership skills. I’m always looking for opportunities to learn, collaborate, and create impactful projects that blend innovation with practical application.
Education
Skills
Experience
- University of Virginia
B.S. Computer Engineering, Expected May 2028 - Focus
Computer Firmware Engineering - Relevant Coursework
Digital Logic Design, Data Structures and Algorithms, Computer Systems and Organization I/II, Introduction to Embedded Systems, Signals and Systems, Electronics
- Technology Assistant
Jan 2026–Present: UVA Career Center — Data and Technology: deployed 50+ laptops and workstations, owned vulnerability management with Qualys, managed macOS/iOS devices through Jamf Pro, and served as first-line support for a 35-person office - Blackhawk AI
May–July 2026: built a full-stack retrieval-augmented generation web app with Flask, Supabase, and PostgreSQL/pgvector - 8-Bit CPU
Jan–May 2025: designed and verified a complete processor in VHDL using Intel Quartus II and RTL simulation
- Languages
Python, Java, VHDL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL - Frameworks & Tools
Flask, Supabase, PostgreSQL, pgvector, Git, GitHub, Intel Quartus II, Autodesk Fusion - Systems & Platforms
Windows, macOS, Active Directory, Group Policy, Jamf Pro, Qualys, SharePoint
