About Me

Autobiography

My name is Kyle, and I am a PhD student studying computer science at The University of Georgia.  Specifically, my research is in the field of computer vision, but I consider myself a generalist.  My bachelor’s degree is from UGA as well, in computer science and mathematics.  I currently have a teaching assistantship with my department, and I lecture introductory computer science courses (usually on Java programming).  Visit my departmental website for more information on my academic career.

When I’m not sitting in front of a computer screen or studying, I do enjoy an array of other things.  For one, photography is a serious hobby of mine.  I won’t talk too much about that here, because I’ve devoted an entire section of my website to photography.

I like getting outside, too.  When it’s hot, I like cycling and swimming.  When it’s warm, I like mountain biking.  When it’s cool, I like running.  When it’s cold, I like skiing.  Geocaching and travel are fun year-round!  I enjoy setting personal fitness goals, and by participating in triathlons and organized bike rides (BRAG events in particular) I find my motivation.

Music is an important part of my life as well.  I like playing any instrument I can get my hands on, and I’ve been a part of different concert ensembles, jazz combos, praise bands, and high school/college marching band (on saxophone and mellophone).  On Wednesday nights, I have been blessed with the opportunity to play guitar for Green Acres Youth.

To keep from going crazy, I like to stay involved in the community.  I have volunteered in different positions with local churches, and served as a board member of Free IT Athens.  I also co-founded the University of Georgia Chapter of the ACM (Association for Computing Machinery).  In good weather, I enjoy group bike rides around Athens.

Finally, I believe all of my successes and talents should be credited to God, for without Him, I am nothing.  My faith has kept me strong and centered through all of my endeavors.

Résumé

Please shoot me an email (kyle [dot] krafka [at] gmail.com) so I can provide you with the latest version of my résumé.