What does your design process generally look like?
1. Read the Spec
2. Watch the forum
3. Sketch on paper
4. Work like crazy

What is your most memorable Topcoder design challenge during this TCO19 qualification and why?
Creative Art Work - Weird Tools Design Challenge. This was a very fun challenge. I won 1st place and a T-shirt for my daughter.

Who do you think is the most fierce or talented designer at Topcoder and why?
I would say iamtong and adebavera. Their UI and UX skills are the best.

What design software and hardware do you use and why?
I use a MacBook Pro 2014. I use Photoshop to edit Pictures, XD to create Web, and App and AI for icons and graphics.

What do you do when not working?
Enjoy time with my family.

Where do you work? Tell us about your space(s).
Any where, any time.

If you could give your past self one piece of advice, what would it be?
Join Topcoder earlier.

What kind of music do you listen to while working on your solutions?
Blue Jazz.

What’s the best tip or piece of advice you can share with other members at Topcoder?
Never give up. Never stop learning.

What does Topcoder mean to you?
My future.

What are you most excited about for this year’s TCO Finals?
Meeting Topcoder family members.

Do you strive to be at TCO every year and if so, why does it matter to you?
Yes of course. It is a chance to meet many Topcoder members in person.

What was your secret to getting a ticket for the TCO finals more than once?
I spend time every day learning, to improve my skills.