Senior Spotlight

Name: Ishaan Patel

Title: Software Team Member

Years on the Team: 2 Years

Areas of Focus and Responsibilities: "I am a member of the software team. I work with vision by coding cameras to help the robot identify and react to key landmarks on the game field."

Team 4909's Impact: "Team 4909 has allowed me to work closely with others. I was able to develop friendships and expand our knowledge by teaching one another. It has also allowed me to see the design and building process in a new way. I was able to get more hands-on experience than I have had in any other class."

Plans after High School: "I want to pursue a field in computer science and minor in mechanical engineering."

What FIRST Means to you: "FIRST means cooperating with other people and combining strengths to accomplish a shared goal."

Favorite 4909 Memory: "Working on the shooter prototype for the robot during the RAPID REACT season and being able to see my limelight help the prototype shoot successfully leading up to the final product."

Ideal Job: "Computer scientist specifically with AI."

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