COMPUTER SCIENCE · SOFTWARE ENGINEERING · CYBERSECURITY

I build software that solves real problems.

I’m Nicholas (“Zander”) Webster, a Computer Science student focused on software engineering, cybersecurity, and building dependable systems that solve practical problems.

Focus

Security-minded development and practical engineering.

Stack

Java · Python · HTML/CSS · SQL · Linux

Expected Graduation

May 2026

About

Biography

During my time in High School, I discovered my passion for programming in an introductory coding class. It was there that I first encountered HTML and CSS - my gateway into the world of coding. Little did I know, this would spark a lasting love for Computer Science and the art of coding.

After graduating, I immediately pursued my education at Georgia Southern University, where I deepened my passion for coding by learning Java. Compared to HTML and CSS, Java was a challenge at first, but with persistence, I became fluent in the language. This enabled me to contribute to various projects, including developing key parts of a group project for a Restaurant Management System.

My proficiency in Java allowed me to quickly pick up additional programming languages, and every day I find myself growing stronger in my skills. More recently, I've made a security bot to help defend an online community by identifying and stopping phishing attempts, detecting malicious behavior, and automating the moderation process.

I am always adding additional skills to my skillset and I am confident that my Computer Science journey is only just beginning. I look forward to contributing to the field in a meaningful way.

Outside of programming, I have a variety of other interests. I am an experienced saxophone player, having played for over eight years, and I also enjoy writing fictional stories. In fact, I’ve written a novel that I hope to publish in the near future.

I am a highly motivated individual with a deep passion for programming and problem-solving. I continuously seek to improve my skills and broaden my knowledge, always eager to take on new challenges. Whether it's developing innovative software or pursuing my personal interests, I approach everything with dedication and a strong drive to succeed.

Education

Academic Background

B.S. in Computer Science

Georgia Southern University

Expected Graduation: May 2026


M.S. in Cybersecurity and Privacy

University of Georgia

Expected Start Date: August 2026

Knowledge

Core Areas

Computer Science

  • Data Structures
  • Algorithms
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Software Engineering
  • Operating Systems
  • Databases
  • Computer Networking

Security & Systems

  • Secure Coding
  • Defensive Programming
  • Threat Detection
  • Access Control
  • Automation
  • System Reliability
  • Problem Solving

Skills

Technical & Professional

Technical Skills

Java Python C C++ C# HTML CSS MySQL Linux GitHub Eclipse VS Code PyCharm Google Docs Excel

Professional Skills

Software Engineering Back-End Development Front-End Development Threat Detection Project Management Teamwork Communication Leadership Problem Solving Version Control

Projects

Selected Work

Security Utility Bot

Python · Security · Automation

A real-time security bot build to monitor and moderate high-volume user content using implemented machine-learning base classification using OCR-extracted text to detect scams and malicious behavior. The bot includes a dynamic warning and enforcement system based on user behavior.

Deep Learning Medical Image Segmentation Software

Python · PyQt6 · U-Net · Medical Imaging · Team Project

An AI-powered medical image segmentation system developed to analyze 3D medical scans and automatically identify anatomical structures. Built in a collaborative team environment, the project focuses on combining deep learning with practical tools for real-world medical imaging workflows.

Restaurant Management System

Java · Front-End Development · Team Project

A collaborative team project where I handled design and front-end development. The system was built to improve restaurant workflows through smoother ordering, management, and usability.

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