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Nolan McKibbin

Hardware Engineer & Highschool Student

nnmnOS

A custom web-based terminal emulator simulating a Linux environment with fluid navigation, a custom boot sequence, and seamless app injection. Built as a personal hub to showcase technical curiosity.

JavaScript CSS3 HTML5

Hardware Tinkering

Passionate about technical autonomy and "un-lobotomized" hardware. Experience in modifying and jailbreaking devices (e.g., Kindle) to reclaim full system control.

Hardware Firmware Autonomy

Custom Workstation

Architected a high-performance Linux workstation featuring an AMD Ryzen 7600x and Radeon 7800xt, optimized for development and systems exploration.

Linux AMD Builds
A blend of academic rigor and self-taught technical experimentation.
Python (Proficient)
C++ (Community College)
Linux / Bash
Cybersecurity (Dual Enrollment)
AP Computer Science Principles
Pre-Calculus (CC Accelerated)
Git / GitHub
Hardware Modding

I am a high school freshman and a dedicated "tinkerer" who thrives on understanding how things work under the hood. From daily-driving Linux to jailbreaking hardware, my philosophy is centered on technical autonomy and continuous learning.

Academic Trajectory: Currently on an accelerated math track (Pre-Calc at Community College) with the goal of reaching Calc BC by junior year. I am pursuing a rigorous AP load and specializing in EECS, aiming for UC Berkeley.

Beyond the Code: When I'm not in a terminal, I'm likely playing Varsity Water Polo, JV Volleyball, or diving into complex world-building in sci-fi and fantasy like Dune and Dungeon Crawler Carl. I also share my space with a cat named Pumpkin.