Building technology solutions that save lives and strengthen communities
Founder & Developer
I'm a young technologist from Oakland, part of the Hidden Genius Project, with a passion for using code to solve real-world problems that affect my community.
Growing up in the Bay Area, I've seen firsthand how disasters like wildfires, earthquakes, and floods can devastate communities—especially those without access to clear, actionable emergency information. That's why I built the Disaster Prep Assistant.
Living in Oakland, I've witnessed the devastating impact of natural disasters on our community. During the 2020 wildfires, I saw families scrambling for information, not knowing where to evacuate or how to prepare. Many didn't have access to personalized emergency plans that considered their specific needs—like elderly family members, medical conditions, or language barriers.
I realized technology could bridge this gap. Using AI and real disaster data, I could create a tool that provides personalized, actionable emergency plans. Not generic advice, but specific guidance based on your ZIP code, family size, medical needs, and current preparedness level. This became the Disaster Prep Assistant.
My goal is simple: ensure every family in Oakland and Alameda County has access to life-saving emergency information. This project represents my belief that technology should serve communities, especially those that have been historically underserved during disasters.
Three core principles drive everything we do
Built by the community, for the community. Every feature is designed with real Oakland families in mind, addressing actual challenges we face during disasters.
Using artificial intelligence to create customized emergency plans that adapt to your specific situation, location, and needs—not one-size-fits-all advice.
Emergency preparedness shouldn't be a privilege. We're making life-saving information accessible to everyone, regardless of technical expertise or economic status.
Measuring our reach and effectiveness
This project was developed through the Hidden Genius Project, a nonprofit that trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills.
The Hidden Genius Project's mission aligns perfectly with this disaster preparedness tool: using technology to create positive change in our communities. Through HGP, I learned not just coding skills, but the importance of building technology that serves real people with real needs.
Modern technologies for reliable disaster preparedness
Expanding our impact and capabilities
Extend coverage beyond Alameda County to serve all of California, then other disaster-prone regions across the United States.
Add Spanish, Chinese, and other languages spoken in our communities to ensure everyone can access life-saving information.
Info like air quaility, Weather and Crime could be added so that users can be more safe and better understand there community.
Partner with local government, schools, and community organizations to integrate this tool into official emergency response systems.
Join the growing community of prepared families in Oakland and Alameda County.