built·not·taught

self-taught systems engineer

Ha-Rin Seong Dewey-Choi

self-taught systems engineer. currently studying at Cypress College. i build, break things apart, and figure out how everything works from the ground up — hands-on learning, real-world problem solving.

what i know

systems & infra

  • system administration
  • malware / virus removal
  • software config
  • network troubleshooting

hardware

  • DIY PC building
  • component selection
  • hardware diagnostics
  • electrical / repairs

web & dev

  • rust
  • c
  • web development
  • emulator development
  • sqlite

networking

  • pfSense router setup
  • home network design
  • LAN configuration
  • troubleshooting

experience

dental lab technician — 10 years

CAD/CAM implants, bars, crowns, bridges. precision, attention to detail, complex manufacturing workflows under 12–24h shifts. shaped the work ethic.

full-time tech builder

transitioned into software engineering and systems programming. building real applications while studying at Cypress College.

philosophy

build & learn

real knowledge comes from hands-on experience — build it, break it, understand it.

efficiency

always looking for a better, leaner way to do things.

community

giving back — UGF initiatives and helping others learn the same way.

use what you've got

HBM and GPU prices are out of control. so i test everything on the 2016 GTX 1080 i already own — still a supercomputer if you use it right. might add a second card down the line.

why built not taught

learn by building, not just reading. whether it's code, PCs, home networks, or community projects — real knowledge comes from doing. this site is where i share the journey.