About

I'm a linguist, software engineer, and data analyst. My work spans language instruction, linguistic research, software development, data analysis, and automation. I have experience working with individuals, students, and small businesses, and I maintain interests in both the theoretical and applied aspects of my fields.

I hold an undergraduate degree from Youngstown State University and have worked as an applied linguist, language teacher, tutor, and accent coach. I also work as a software developer and modeling and simulation engineer in the Department of Defense. My professional work in that area is subject to restrictions on what I can discuss publicly.

Linguistics

My background in linguistics includes language teaching, tutoring, accent coaching, editing, writing, and linguistic software development. I have worked with students ranging from eight years old to over seventy, with experience adapting instruction to different ages, backgrounds, and goals.

My academic interests center on phonetics, particularly the mental representation of phonemes. I'm also interested in acoustic phonetics and in the acquisition of accents beyond the critical or sensitive periods commonly discussed in language acquisition research.

My applied linguistic work includes helping people develop their language skills, working with pronunciation and accent goals, editing written material, and contributing to natural language processing projects. I'm interested in both the practical problems these projects address and the linguistic questions underlying them.

Software Engineering

I'm a software engineer with experience in full-stack application development, with a particular focus on backend systems. My work includes application logic, data processing, integrations, and the systems that support user-facing software.

I also work in modeling and simulation. While I can't discuss the details of my Department of Defense work, I bring that engineering experience to my broader understanding of software design, system behavior, and technical problem-solving.

Data Analysis

Through my LLC, I provide data analysis and reporting services for small businesses. The goal is to give business owners a regular, understandable view of the information that matters to their operations.

For $300 per month, I provide a weekly report covering the key points of interest you choose. Reports can include charts, written descriptions, captions, or more detailed analysis, depending on your preferences and the questions you want to answer. If a chart communicates the result clearly on its own, the report can remain concise. If you need more explanation, I can provide it.

Your first report is free. After that, reporting is billed monthly in advance, with no long-term contract. You can stop at any time by discontinuing payment, and I will stop producing reports.

Automation and Scripting

I develop small automation tools and scripts for businesses and individuals. These projects are generally intended to reduce repetitive work, simplify computer-based tasks, or connect existing tools and workflows.

Projects can range from simple scripts that handle routine tasks to lightweight integrations between applications. Not every problem requires a large software project, and I can help identify a practical solution that fits the task.

Individual Projects

I also take on individual projects related to linguistics, writing, editing, language instruction, and software development. The scope depends on the project, and I'm open to discussing work that fits my background and experience.

Contact

If you'd like to reach out, you can do so at mitchell at mitchell dash lagaras dot dev

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