Julien Carmona

Background: Julian Carmona, a San Antonio native, is an undergraduate student studying Computer Engineering at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). With a strong foundation in embedded systems, low-level hardware programming, and artificial intelligence, Julian has built experience through coursework and hands-on projects involving microcontrollers, performance optimization, and deploying machine learning models on constrained systems. His academic path has been primarily focused on computing and hardware design, and the REEU program at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi marks his first formal engagement with agricultural or environmental applications of engineering.

Internship Goals: Julian joined the REEU program to expand his understanding of how computer engineering can be applied to real-world challenges in agriculture and environmental science. Through this internship, he hopes to gain exposure to field data collection, sensor integration, and data-driven agricultural decision-making. By working with new tools and learning from interdisciplinary collaboration, Julian aims to broaden his technical versatility and explore new domains beyond his traditional coursework.

Career Aspirations: Looking ahead, Julian aspires to pursue a career that blends embedded systems, artificial intelligence, and efficient computing. He is particularly interested in hardware-software integration and designing systems that can perform intelligent tasks with limited computational resources. Whether in industry or research, he hopes to work on innovative technologies that improve efficiency, reduce costs, or solve real-world problems in meaningful ways.

Interests/Hobbies: In his free time, Julian enjoys exploring a wide range of technical projects, particularly those involving embedded systems and beginner-level robotics programming. He has hands-on experience working with microcontrollers and diagnosing electrical systems, developed during his time servicing vending machines. Outside of engineering, Julian enjoys gaming, staying current with technology trends, learning new programming techniques, and traveling to experience different places and cultures. He also values time spent outdoors and finds balance by pursuing creative and recreational activities beyond his academic work.