Team Directory

Hi everyone! My name is Landyn Sparacino and I am a fourth year studying Cybersecurity and Criminal Justice. Once I graduate in May 2025, I will be joining Blackstone as a Cybersecurity Analyst. I have loved being a part of FirstByte and growing the club.

Hi I'm Caleb, and I've had the pleasure of being involved with FirstByte for most of my college years. It's been such a rewarding experience to see this club grow and change, and It's come to be my second home. After I graduate, I'm heading to Chewy to work full time as a software engineer!

Hello! I'm Win, I've had the honor of being a part of FirstByte when we only had 7 members. The club holds a special place in my heart and I'm looking forward to seeing what the future holds for FirstByte and its members. Currently Founding Engineer @ Delve, Founding Engineer @ Pagent, and publishing a paper on how we can use ML to predict depression.

Hey everyone! I'm Cynthia, a graduating fourth year CS + Fintech student at Northeastern University. I've been enamored by technology since a young age, and I feel very privileged to be able to study and pursue my interests at university. I believe that computer science education and other STEM curricula should be accessible to everyone, and FirstByte is such a wonderful community that shares the same values. I hope students are able to learn and have fun through our hosted events! I'm also available to work starting summer of 2025, so please reach out if you're interested in connecting!

Whats up! I'm Alastaire and it's a pleasure of being in FirstByte! This club is family to me and I'm excited to see what we can achieve in the years ahead!

Hi! I'm Shreesh and I'm a third year DS + Business major and I love playing basketball and fishing.

Previous President of FirstByte.

Hi everyone! My name is Jennifer Esfahany, I am a graduating fifth year studying Civil Engineering with a focus in Structures. I've been apart of FirstByte for the past 3 years and it was great watching the club grow into the thriving community it is today. After graduation I'll be working at RDH Building Science!

I recently graduated with a degree in CS from Northeastern University with a concentration in AI. In the past, I've worked at a SAAS startup, taught CS curricula for under resourced kids, and developed software for a Brain Computer Interface lab. Currently, I'm working at Atlassian as a Software engineer, exploring my interests.

Previous Treasurer of FirstByte, currently SWE at Captial One.

Hi I’m Jaden. I’m a junior studying CS with a concentration in AI. I’ve been in FirstByte for two years and this will be my second year being treasurer.

Hi! I'm Ireh, a second-year computer science and computer engineering student.

Third-year computer science and math student at Northeastern University.

Hi! My name is Amoli Patel and I am a combined Computer Science and Business Administration major. I am a rising sophomore and have been a part of FirstByte since my first semester at Northeastern. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the CS Curricula Team and am excited to be a Co-Lead for the team this coming semester!

Hi! I'm Ameeka Patel, a combined Computer Science and Business Administration major. I first joined FirstByte because I enjoy helping others learn and was drawn to FirstByte's mission of making STEM education more accessible to all students. Ever since joining, I've enjoyed fruthering my own education while also meaningfully supporting others on their learning journey.

Hey! My name is Alex and I'm a fourth year computer science major with a concentration in software. I have been at FirstByte for a year now and have worked on the Software team and CS curricula team.

I am a second year Computer Science major with a minor in Math. I was born and raised in rural Central New Jersey and in my free time I love to mountain bike, ski, play basketball and tennis, and hangout with my dog, friends, and family.

Hi I'm Nick! I am a senior studying Cybersecurity with a minor in Law and Public Policy. I have always loved teaching ever since I was little, teaching robotics in high school, and now being able to lead such a great organization that teaches CS and STEM and brings accessibility to those fields! Outside of FirstByte I enjoy music, traveling, and eating!

Hi, I'm Gina Hong, a third-year studying Computer Science and Business Administration at Northeastern University! I've been part of First Byte for three years now, and I'm so excited to step into the VP role. My biggest goal this year is to bring more energy and engagement to our community — whether that's through new events, stronger connections, or just making First Byte a place where everyone feels involved. Some of my hobbies outside of school and FirstyByte are going out to beli max with friends, rock climbing, and cafe hopping!

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Hey Everyone! My name is Shreyashi Kalakuntla and I am a third year studying Business Administration and Data Science with a concentration in finance.

Hi hi! I'm Amy, a rising sophomore pursuing Computer Science and Business Administration. I'm from Cedar Falls, Iowa, and in my free time I love gaming, dancing, reading, taking photos, napping, and going on whatever side quests come my way.

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Hi, I'm Hector, a third year CS & Business Admin major and the Software Website Lead. I joined FirstByte because I love teaching others as I find it enhances my own skills as a mentor and a learner! In my free time I love to explore the city, hang out with friends, and try new restaurants.

Hey! My name is Himasri Cheerla and I am a fourth year studying Behavioral Neuroscience.

Hi! I'm Jason and I am a second-year studying Computer Science and Business Administration. I have been a member of FirstByte since my first semester and am happy to be CS Curricula Lead this year. My favorite sports are bouldering, baseball, tennis, and ping pong. I also love to eat food and travel!

My name is Koena Gupta, and I am a fourth-year student studying Computer Science and Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Analytics. I joined FirstByte to further pursue my passion for teaching and making STEM education more accessible to communities around me. This year, I am excited to serve as the Software Events Lead and continue creating meaningful opportunities for students to engage with STEM.

Hi! My name is Meera, and I am a Chemical Engineering and Biochemistry major. I am going into my fourth year, and have been a part of FirstByte since the Spring semester.