Hi, I'm Emily :) I'm a software engineer at Databricks and an alumna of the CS program at the University of Waterloo.

I'm an engineer who likes to understand how things work and how to make them work better. I'm drawn to practical, tangible problems that can be solved in a meaningful way. I learn quickly, think carefully, and enjoy contributing to systems that make other people's work smoother.

Outside of work, I try to stay active. I enjoy playing badminton with my friends and will occasionally hike if it means a really good view at the top.

I also spend a lot of time with music — learning a few instruments and transcribing pieces by ear. I'm especially interested in soundtracks that create atmosphere without relying too much on digital effects. Transcribing is how I come to appreciate the way different parts are written to interact with each other and shape a soundscape. You can find some of my transcriptions on MuseScore.