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-## Hi there 👋
+# Hi! I'm Sean. 👋
 
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+Welcome to my GitHub profile! I'm a Computer Science and Engineering student at Bucknell University with a passion for robotics, software development, and human-computer interaction. My work bridges the gap between theoretical research and practical applications, blending creativity, technical expertise, and interdisciplinary collaboration.  
 
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+## 🚀 **Technical Expertise**  
+- **Full-Stack Development:** Proficient in modern frameworks like React, Next.js, and Node.js  
+- **Robotics Development:** Experienced in ROS2 and C++ for robotic systems programming  
+- **Systems Programming:** Skilled in architecture design and low-level programming  
+- **Database Design:** Optimization and management using SQL and PostgreSQL  
+- **Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps:** Familiar with AWS, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines  
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+## 📚 **Research Focus**  
+- **Human-Robot Interaction:** Conducting experimental studies to improve HRI design  
+- **Published Work:** Researcher at IEEE RO-MAN 2024  
+- **Experimental Platforms:** Developed tools for controlled HRI experiments  
+- **Interdisciplinary Integration:** Leveraging robotics to enhance chemical engineering research  
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+## 🌟 **Leadership & Involvement**  
+- **AIChE Chem-E-Car Competition Team:** President, leading innovative engineering projects  
+- **Bucknell Coffee Society:** Treasurer, organizing community-building events  
+- **Teaching Assistant:** Mentored peers in computer science courses  
+- **RoboLab@Bucknell:** Founding member, fostering robotics research and development  
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+## 🎯 **About Me**  
+I believe in the power of technology to create meaningful, inclusive solutions for complex challenges. Whether I'm designing scalable web applications, prototyping robotic systems, or collaborating on interdisciplinary research, I approach each project with curiosity and a drive to make an impact.  
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+When I’m not coding, you can find me leading a team to success, experimenting with robotics, or enjoying a good cup of coffee.  
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+Feel free to explore my repositories and reach out if you'd like to collaborate. Let's build something amazing together!  
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+📫 **Contact Me**  
+- **Email:** [sean@soconnor.dev](mailto:sean@soconnor.dev)  
+- **LinkedIn:** [bu-soconnor](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bu-soconnor)  
+- **Website/Portfolio:** [My Portfolio](https://www.soconnor.dev)  
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+Thanks for visiting my profile!