Ashar Ahmad

About Ashar Ahmad

As a kid, I always loved building things. From a wooden catapult to fun video effects, I found joy in bringing ideas to life. Now, as a computer science student at the University of Washington, that passion has only grown. I\'m driven by a love for learning and a commitment to making a positive impact on my community. In high school, I mastered the art of juggling a rigorous course schedule with a variety of extracurriculars—athletics, refereeing local soccer games, peer tutoring in the National Honor Society, and volunteering at parks and robotics competitions. These experiences also allowed me to give back to my community in meaningful ways. Today, I\'m honing my skills in software development and programming. My involvement in clubs like Synaptech at UW and my hobby of developing video games have been pivotal in expanding my technical expertise and collaborative abilities. Looking ahead, I\'m excited to keep learning and innovating, with the goal of using my skills to make a real difference in the world around me.

Experience

1. Grassroots Referee

   Washington State Referee Committee

   Jan 2022 — Present

   Certified with the United States Soccer Federation. Officiate 2-4 local youth soccer games per week under the East King County Soccer Referee Association, enforcing the laws of the game and resolving conflicts.Record match reports for local leagues.