D.I. von Briesen's Dapper Innovative Vicuña Buck

Sample Introduction Entries

These are sample entries that follow the intro steps in sequence.

The centered row of links at the end of each entry - CLT Web, GitHub.io, GitHub, freeCodeCamp, Codecademy, LinkedIn - belongs to the web-development courses only: ITIS3135, WEB115, WEB215 and WEB250. In any other course, the entry ends with the quote.

CLT Web does not apply to CPCC students. If you're in WEB115, WEB215, or WEB250, skip that one link and include the other five. ITSC1110's Introduction Webpage skips the links section entirely.

A finished entry here should look exactly like it does in the shared Google Doc - the differences are only in the underlying code (a real <figure>/<figcaption> for the photo and caption, a real <blockquote> for the quote, CSS handling spacing instead of blank lines). The one exception: the Doc's horizontal-rule separators and its Table-of-Contents-linked heading only exist to organize the shared Doc - a page with one entry doesn't need either, so leave both out.

von Briesen, D.I.

I understand that this is a public document, and I won't put anything here I wouldn't want anyone to see.
- DIvB 5/20/2026

D.I. von Briesen ~ Dapper Vicuña

Presenter at a recent event — *At a recent event*

I'm gonna type a personal statement here. Three sentences. Yo. That's a sentence. Bye! Also a sentence. Why is it SOOOO hard to get people to actually pay attention to formatting. It's like pulling teeth!

Personal Background: [Write a brief summary here.]
Professional Background: [Write a brief summary here.]
Academic Background: [Write about your major and year, if applicable.]
Primary Work Computer: (type, OS, and version) Mac mini M4 desktop, MacOS Tahoe 26.5.
Primary Work Location: Home office.
Alternate Computer & Location: If I couldn't use my Mac mini or home office, I'd take my Macbook Pro laptop anywhere, or work on my Windows 11 machine on campus.
Courses I'm Taking, & Why:
1. CIS110 - Introduction to Computers: I teach a lot of these sections.
2. ITSC1110 - Computer Science Principles: I'm the lead instructor for this class, and the only one that teaches it.
3. WEB215 - Advanced Markup & Scripting: I've been the lead on this for a decade.
4. ITIS3135 - Front-end Web Application Development: I teach a lot of these sections at Charlotte.
Funny/Interesting Item to Remember Me by: I'm 6' 7".
I'd Also Like to Share: I have five kids, 2 step-kids and over 20 vehicles for land, air and sea.

“Perfection is the enemy of the good.”
~ Marc Schiller (at my first consulting gig)

Alvarez, Sofia M.

I understand that anyone with the link can see this introduction post, and I am comfortable sharing the details below.
~ SMA 5/31/2026

Sofia M. "Sofi" Alvarez ~ Steady Albatross

Portrait of a smiling college student outdoors — *Sunset at the beach*

I grew up in a bilingual household and enjoy helping classmates who are balancing work and school. I usually study in short focused sessions and keep a weekly checklist so I do not fall behind. This semester, I want to improve my confidence with technical writing and project planning.

Personal Background: I am from Concord and commute to campus four days a week.
Professional Background: I work part-time at a coffee shop and train new employees.
Academic Background: I am a transfer student finishing my second year in information systems.
Primary Work Computer: (type, OS, and version) Lenovo ThinkPad laptop, Windows 11 Pro.
Primary Work Location: Home and the student union.
Alternate Computer & Location: If my laptop had issues, I'd use my iPad with keyboard at the public library.
Courses I'm Taking, & Why:
1. CIS110 - Introduction to Computers: I want stronger foundations for later technical classes.
2. ITSC1110 - Introduction to Computer Science Principles: I want a stronger coding and problem-solving foundation.
3. ITIS3135 - Front-End Web App Development: I want to build practical web projects and improve UI skills.
4. ENG111 - Writing and Inquiry: I need clearer writing for reports and presentations.
5. MAT143 - Quantitative Literacy: I want better data and graph interpretation skills.
Funny/Interesting Item to Remember Me by: I label my planners by color and still carry spare sticky notes everywhere.
I'd Also Like to Share: I keep a small container garden on my balcony and track every plant in a spreadsheet.

“Small progress each day adds up to big results.”
- Satya Nani

Chowdhury, Imran K.

This is a public post that anyone with access to the document can view, so I am sharing only what I am fine making public.
- ICK 5/31/2026

Imran K. "Ike" Chowdhury ~ Inspired Cheetah

Student with laptop sitting near a window — *Reviewing notes before a late lab session.*

I returned to school after several years in the workforce, so I bring a practical point of view to class discussions. I enjoy solving problems step by step and documenting what worked so I can repeat it later. My main goal this semester is to become faster at troubleshooting in group projects.

Personal Background: I moved to Charlotte in 2022 and now live near campus with my brother.
Professional Background: I worked in retail operations and customer support for five years.
Academic Background: I am pursuing an associate degree with plans to transfer to a four-year program.
Primary Work Computer: (type, OS, and version) Dell XPS laptop, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.
Primary Work Location: Home office desk.
Alternate Computer & Location: If my Dell or home desk weren't available, I'd use my old MacBook Air at my apartment or the campus library desktop labs.
Courses I'm Taking, & Why:
1. ITSC1110 - Introduction to Computer Science Principles: I want to strengthen algorithmic thinking and coding fundamentals.
2. ITIS3135 - Front-End Web App Development: I want to apply technical concepts by building polished web pages.
Funny/Interesting Item to Remember Me by: I run a 5K every Saturday morning and have never once beaten my first recorded time.
I'd Also Like to Share: I keep a chess puzzle app open at all times and solve one before every study session.

“Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.”
~ Abraham Lincoln

Ramirez, Elena

I know this introduction is publicly visible in the shared document, and I am intentionally posting this summary for class.
~ ER 5/31/2026

Elena Ramirez ~ Energetic Robin

Student walking across a college campus — *A quick campus walk between morning classes.*

I like courses that mix creativity with technical structure because that balance keeps me motivated. I use a weekly calendar, checklists, and short review sessions to stay organized. This term, I want to improve my coding habits and become more comfortable giving peer feedback.

Personal Background: I am a first-generation college student from Gastonia.
Professional Background: I interned at a small nonprofit helping with event logistics and social media.
Academic Background: I am in my first year and exploring both web and data pathways.
Primary Work Computer: (type, OS, and version) HP Pavilion laptop, Windows 11 Home.
Primary Work Location: My apartment workspace.
Alternate Computer & Location: If my main laptop were unavailable, I'd use my Chromebook or the campus computer lab.
Courses I'm Taking, & Why:
1. CIS110 - Introduction to Computers: I want a strong base for future technical coursework.
2. ITSC1110 - Introduction to Computer Science Principles: I want early coding practice before advanced classes.
3. ITIS3135 - Front-End Web App Development: I want hands-on experience creating responsive websites.
Funny/Interesting Item to Remember Me by: I can whistle almost any song after hearing it twice, and I do it without noticing.
I'd Also Like to Share: I volunteer at a weekend reading program for middle school students.

“The best way to learn is to build something and then improve it.”
- Unknown