Introduction

I am Ryland Goldman, a sophmore at Los Gatos High School. I am interested in mathematics, computer science, and natural sciences. My hobbies include investing and watching Apple Keynote presentations.

Computer Science

I code in many different languages, particularly web (HTML, PHP, JS) and iOS (Swift).
Many projects with Arduino (C) and Python.
I can also operate Unix (macOS & Linux) terminals, such as bash and z-shell.

Skills

I play four instruments: flute, trumpet, mellophone, and alto saxophone
I really like investing. If you're wondering, so my top pick is SPY.
I also enjoy helping people with computer problems, particularly on Apple Communities and Stack Overflow.

Education

Los Gatos High School - Class of 2024
Current GPA 4.1429
Taking AP and honors classes including trigonometry & precalculus
Auditioned for advanced wind ensemble
Founder and President of Stock Market Club
Mission College - Class of 2023
Starting summer 2021
Pursuing A.S. in computer information systems
Enrolled in CIS classes such as assembly language and Java
Raymond J. Fisher Middle School - Class of 2020
3.94 GPA with Algebra 1 and advanced Geometry classes
Three-year member of RJFMS coding club
Selected for advanced and jazz bands by audition (7th & 8th)

Work Experience

8 Bit Electronics (Co-Founder, CFO, COO) - June 2019 to Present
8 Bit Electronics produces and designs do-it-yourself phone and computer kits to teach people how to engineer and develop workable devices.
I'm currently programming the kernel and OS for 8BC, an 8-bit computer kit that is based on the Apple IIc.
I led software development for the Phone by Mako, a wooden build-your own 2G cell phone.
Ryland's Restaurant (Founder, CEO) - August 2012 to June 2019
Ryland’s Restaurant was a popup bakery offering homemade scones, biscotti, muffins, and more, while donating half of the proceeds to a nearby elementary school’s library and technology departments.
It generated ~$8,000 in revenue over seven years, donating nearly $3,000 to Daves Avenue Elementary School.
Featured on NBC Bay Area Proud, as well as Good Morning America and Grub Street.

Volunteer Experience

I was an assistant at the CoderSchool’s 2019 summer program in Campbell, CA.
I volunteered weekly at the House of Hope Food Pantry at Calvary Church, Los Gatos, CA during middle school.
I was a member of Silicon Valley Serve, a community service group for middle- and high-schoolers.

Awards

Los Gatos High School - 2021 World Language Award - Spanish
8 Bit Electronics - 2nd Place - 2019 Santa Clara Children’s Business Fair - Best Business Potential
RJ Fisher Middle School - 2020 Honorable Mention - 8th Grade Science Department Award
Ryland’s Restaurant - 2020 Certificate of Appreciation - Los Gatos Union School District Board