Product thinker turned builder

Curious about people.
Building intelligent systems.

I’m a computer science master’s student and former product designer exploring software engineering at the intersection of backend systems, cloud, and AI.

Portrait of Adalyn Lou

Design gave me the questions. Computer science gives me new ways to answer them.

I’m currently pursuing an M.S. in Computer Science at Northeastern University after beginning my career in product and UX design. I’m now focused on becoming a software engineer who can connect thoughtful product decisions with reliable technical systems.

Software EngineeringAI AgentsBackend SystemsCloud ComputingProduct DesignUX ResearchHuman-Computer InteractionAccessibilityCross-Functional Collaboration
From design to engineeringBringing a human-centered lens to technical problem solving.
New York → CaliforniaTwo coasts, many neighborhoods, and a lot of good food.
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Life with two catsMy smallest and most opinionated product reviewers.

Technology that feels useful, thoughtful, and a little magical.

01 / AI

Agentic systems

How models, tools, context, and evaluation come together to create dependable AI experiences.

02 / SYSTEMS

Backend & cloud

The infrastructure, APIs, and distributed systems that make products resilient and scalable.

03 / PRODUCT

Human-centered engineering

Building with empathy, clear reasoning, and an eye for the full experience—not only the interface.

I’m looking for a software engineering internship.

I’d love to contribute to a team working on AI, backend, cloud, or developer-facing products—and keep learning from people who care deeply about what they build.