| Computer Engineer |
User-centered Design
Augmented Reality
My name is Katie Gonsoulin
BS in Computer Engineering
Minor in Computer Science

Always Learning - My Blog
Engineering Experience
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Minor in Computer Science
Louisiana State University
2022
Full-Stack Hardware & Software Developer
Personal Project: Heart Haptics
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Designing and building a pair of wearable devices from the ground up, integrating an ESP32-C3 microcontroller, display, haptic motor, and battery, and programming the Arduino (C++) firmware for button input, haptic feedback, and device-to-device communication
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Architecting a data pipeline from each watch to a mobile app over Bluetooth and on to cloud storage, so a button press on one device triggers haptic feedback on its partner and is logged for tracking
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Developing a mobile app that links devices by unique ID and tallies daily interactions, with a calendar view of press history
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Designing the on-device UI from scratch, including a clock, logo screen, and live tally counter of presses from both devices, and 3D printing a custom enclosure that mounts to a commercial watch band
Puyallup, WA
2026 - Ongoing
Full-Stack App Developer
Personal Project: Augmented Reality Temperature Map
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Orchestrating data exchange between core systems (3 IoT integrated sensors and development boards), customer-facing platforms (Android application), and back-office apps (Unity)
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Extrapolating temperature sensor data to create a visual heat map of the environment using intuitive data visualization techniques
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Designing and developing a mobile application to view the real-time heat map in augmented reality
Puyallup, WA
2025 - Ongoing
Design/Research Team Leader
Augmented Reality for Composite Materials Manufacturing
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Awarded “Project of the Year” by a panel of engineers
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Translated sponsor’s needs into technical requirements, meeting 100% and remaining 10% under budget
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Increased manual manufacturing efficiency by 30% for new users compared to old techniques
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Improved product output quality by 65% compared to video tutorial training
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Fully utilized Microsoft's HoloLens 2 to develop speech recognition, cloud services (AWS), spatial mapping, hologram interactivity, and machine learning model support
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Optimized operational effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency by troubleshooting technical issues, performing root cause analysis, and providing timely resolutions
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Analyzed user feedback to identify opportunities for improved functionality
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Recorded project progress in 80 quality entries in a design notebook, elaborating on UI concept images, proposed UX interactions, and a breakdown of the software architecture
Louisiana State University
2021 - 2022
App Developer
Computer Vision Custom Model Tracking
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C++, C#, and Python scripts referenced each other for seamless object tracking and UX
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iOS, Android compatible code achieved real-time tracking of 7 objects using live video feed, maintaining 90% IoU accuracy
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Provided post-deployment support by drafting technical documentation, user guides, and support materials, including a video demonstration on YouTube
Louisiana State University
2021
Customer Service Experience
Operations Supervisor
Victoria's Secret
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Leads a team through dozens of hours of shipment processing daily by delegating tasks, coaching standards, and maximizing efficiency
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Spearheads sensor standards training, weekly purchase orders, daily shipment tracking, and storage organization
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Exhibits exceptional customer service, not hesitant to ask clarifying questions to both customers and supervisors
Puyallup, WA
2025 - Ongoing
Geek Squad Agent
Best Buy
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Solved dozens of random technical issues per day, guiding customers to the best solution for their needs
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Maintained a high level of 5-star reviews with customers citing warmth and eagerness to help
Puyallup, WA
2025 - 2026
9+ Years of Excellence
Desk Attendant, Call Center Operator, Residential Assistant, Receptionist, Barista​

Python
C++
Git
OpenCV
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Workspace
Interpersonal Skills
Creative
Agile
Problem Solver





