Will Barmby

Hi, I'm Will Barmby

Student, Builder, Writer

I study Computer Science and Economics at William & Mary. I like building useful tools, studying how systems work, and writing to make sense of ideas. Most of what I do lives somewhere between code, clarity, and curiosity.

Will Barmby - Student, Builder, Writer

About Me

I’m drawn to the craft of building — whether that means writing software, structuring data, or refining an idea until it works cleanly.

At William & Mary, I’m studying Computer Science and Economics. My current work centers on backend development, data automation, and clean, maintainable code. I spend most of my time in Python and Java, and I enjoy the mix of logic, design, and problem-solving that good engineering demands.

This past summer I co-authored a policy report at the Maine Policy Institute, leading the data analysis and visualization in Python. I also built a transcription and summarization pipeline that automates long-form audio processing using Whisper and LLMs. I’m now expanding that foundation through larger, more structured projects and hackathons.

Outside of code, I write occasionally on Substack about attention, craft, and the moral dimension of technology. I also play ultimate frisbee and enjoy unhurried conversation. My focus — in work and life — is on building skill, depth, and good judgment over time.

2+
Years Writing Code
4+
Collaborative Projects

Reliable Systems

I like building things that work consistently and are easy to understand.

Deep Curiosity

I learn best by building, reading, and tracing ideas across disciplines.

Clear Communication

Whether in code or writing, I aim for precision and simplicity.

Skills & Tools

What I work with day to day and the areas I’m deepening next.

Programming Languages
Python
Java
Technical Focus
Data Automation
Backend Development
APIs
Scripting
Data Visualization
Academic & Tools
Economics
Pandas
Git
VS Code
Excel
Problem Solving

Projects

Some of the tools, pipelines, and experiments I’ve built — each an exercise in learning by doing.

watch_and_transcribe Pipeline
watch_and_transcribe Pipeline
A local automation system for long-form audio and video. Uses Whisper for transcription and LLM-based summarization, with Google Docs integration for streamlined note creation.
Python
Whisper
LangChain
APIs
Automation
AutoHome Hackathon Project
AutoHome Hackathon Project
A smart-home control system integrating natural language commands with Home Assistant APIs. Built with FastAPI, MongoDB, and a React front end during William & Mary’s hackathon.
Python
FastAPI
MongoDB
Hackathon Prototype
Charter School Performance Report
Charter School Performance Report
Led data processing and visualization for a 40-page research report at the Maine Policy Institute. Consolidated multi-source state education data using Python, pandas, and Excel Power Query.
Python
Excel
Data Visualization
Policy Research

Contact

If you’d like to talk about software, writing, or projects worth building, I’d love to hear from you.

Let's connect

I’m always glad to meet thoughtful builders and researchers. Whether you want to collaborate, exchange ideas, or just say hello, feel free to reach out.

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