Hey there! I'm Zach, a 🔪 Lead Line Cook 🔪 with nearly 20 years of culinary experience. After spending two decades crafting dishes, I’m diving headfirst into the tech world as of May 2024. My mission? To fuse my passion for food with technology, particularly AI, to revolutionize kitchen operations. While I'm still brushing up on some math and tech fundamentals, I'm thrilled by the challenge and excited to be working on projects that bring together my two passions. Feels good, man!
I'm driven by the idea of leveraging technology to innovate in the culinary industry. My focus? Integrating AI to improve financial management, sourcing quality ingredients, and promote sustainability in the kitchen.
🔭 I'm rekindling my love for development, with the goal of becoming a local leader in AI-driven culinary applications.
🌱 I’m sharpening my skills with:
- The Odin Project (Full-stack web development)
- CS50x (Harvard's Introduction to Computer Science)
👯 I’m eager to collaborate on diverse projects that challenge me and expand my expertise.
🤔 Looking for insights on:
- The practical integration of AI in the culinary industry
- Key foundational skills required for AI development
💬 I’m open to chatting about anything — from tech to tacos! Let’s connect:
😄 Pronouns: He/Him (dude, bro, man — take your pick!)
⚡ Fun Fact: I’ve grilled, sautéed, and seared my way through over 300,000 tacos, 5,000 steaks (from Filet Mignon to Top Sirloin), and 75,000 gourmet burgers!
🗨️ Favorite Quote:
"Moderately wise a man should be, not too crafty or clever. A learned man's heart, whose learning is deep, seldom sings with joy." ~ The Hávamál
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