Hi, my name is

Jackson Eldred

Bridging Technical Engineering with Business Strategy

I’m a Computer Science student at Grand Canyon University with an emphasis in Business Management. I specialize in bridging the gap between complex software engineering—like compiler design and machine learning.

Resume

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About Me

I’m Jackson. I grew up in Michigan but traded the lakes for the Arizona desert to study Computer Science at Grand Canyon University. I’ve always been someone who loves to understand how things work from the inside out; whether that’s spending my weekends attempting to fix my car or spending late nights building a C-Minus compiler from scratch.

While I’m deep into the technical side of things like Neural Networks and OpenGL, my business management emphasis keeps me focused on the “why”. I love the challenge of taking a complex idea, like my DormDeal capstone project, and turning it into something that actually makes life easier for other students.

When I’m not at my desk, I’m almost definitely outdoors. I’m a huge fan of rock climbing and hiking. I even spent seven days trekking up Mount Goddard. If I’m not on a trail, you can usually find me on the pickleball court, the gym, or hanging out with my family and roommates. I’m also fluent in Spanish, a skill I spent 13 years developing and one I’m proud to carry with me.

Here are some technologies I've been working with recently:

Python
C++
Java
C#
MongoDB
MySQL
Angular
Node.js
.NET
MATLAB

Experience

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Spartannash
Qdoba Mexican Eats

Server - Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

May 2025 - August 2025

Delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment by communicating clearly and professionally with diverse guests.

Increased sales by effectively upselling menu items, beverages, and retail products
Managed multiple tables efficiently while maintaining high service standards

Order Selector - Spartannash

May 2023 - August 2023

This job entailed selecting orders for customers and accurately selecting each item for each order. This job required time management as each order was timed, and required speed and accuracy.

Team Member - Qdoba Mexican Eats

May 2022 - August 2022

This job entailed greeting customers with a smile and fulfilling their orders.

Education

Expected April 2026

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Grand Canyon University (Honors)

GPA: 3.67 out of 4.0

Emphasis: Business Management

Completed Coursework (Fall 2022 - Fall 2025):

CST-201: Algorithms and Data Structures
CST-215: Digital Logic and Design
CST-217H: Principles of Database Design and Programming (Honors)
CST-305: Principles of Modeling and Simulation
CST-320: Human-Computer Interaction and Communication
MAT-264: Calculus for Science and Engineering II
MAT-345: Applied Linear Algebra I
MAT-374: Probability and Statistics (Calculus Based)
ENT-436: Entrepreneurship and Innovation
ENT-446: Business Execution
CST-301: Principles of Programming Languages
CST-315: Operating Systems
ENT-420: New Venture Financing
ITT-305: Information Security I
CST-405: Compiler Design
CST-310: Computer Graphics
CST-490: Capstone Project I

Current Semester (Spring 2026):

CST-461: Current Trends in Computer Science
ITT-306: Information Security II
CST-491: Capstone Project II
MGT-440: Project Management
STG-390: Professionalism in Science and Technology

Graduated May 2022

High School Diploma

Calvin Christian High School

GPA: 4.22 out of 4.0

Obtained various honors and awards throughout high school career, including a seal of biliteracy in Spanish. Took AP courses in various subjects, demonstrating a commitment to academic excellence.

Projects

Angular Node.js MongoDB Full-Stack

DormDeal (Capstone Project)

I am currently leading a team of three other students and one mentor in developing a full-stack freelance marketplace for college students inspired by Fiverr. Implementing secure authentication, data management, and web security practices. It is still in its early stages.

JavaScript CSS HTML AI

Portfolio Website

Created a Website using a hugo template. Incorporated modern web design principles and responsive layouts. Hosted on Azure, and integrated AI features.

HTML CSS JavaScript

Donut Board Website

I created a website to rent out a donut board over the summer to make some extra income. It was a fun project that involved setting up the backend and designing the user interface and payment integration.

My Life

My Family - I've known these amazing people since birth! They have supported and guided me through every step of my journey.

Sister - I am super close to my big sister, and we love spending time together whether it's going out or just hanging at home.

Hiking - I love hiking and exploring new trails. This photo was taken during a 7 day hike up mount Goddard.

Rock Climbing - I enjoy rock climbing in my free time. Here's me racing my dad to the top of the wall.

Roommates - I am blessed to say that these guys are my roomates, but also my best friends.

Friends - I am fortunate to have a great group of friends who bring joy and laughter into my life. Here we are at Yosemite.

Achievements

GCU Tech Club Member

Active member focused on expanding peer knowledge within the tech industry through teaching and project collaboration.

Honors Student

Maintaining a 3.67 GPA while pursuing a Computer Science degree with business management emphasis.

Bilingual

Fluent in both Spanish and English. Obtained a seal of biliteracy in high school, after completing 13 years of Spanish.

Get in Touch

My inbox is always open! Whether you have a question, opportunity, or just want to say hi, I’ll try my best to get back to you!

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