Samuel McHugh
Welcome to my digital journey across continents and code. From the classrooms of Minnesota to the tech hubs of Europe, explore my global career through an interactive experience.
About Me
Global Perspective
My journey spans continents, from studying mathematics at Carleton College to building software in Amsterdam, London, Berlin, and The Hague. Each location has shaped my approach to problem-solving and collaboration.
I speak English and French natively, with conversational fluency in Swahili, Chinese, Farsi, Italian, and Dutch — adapting easily to diverse cultural and technical environments.
Technical Excellence
From functional programming in LISP to modern web technologies, I bring a deep mathematical foundation to software engineering challenges. I actively embrace AI tools to amplify productivity and push the boundaries of what's possible.
My Journey
Northfield, Minnesota
2013-2017
Mathematics Student
Carleton College
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with focus on functional programming. Developed strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Created C-based LISP interpreter
- Graduated with honors
- Strong foundation in mathematical reasoning
Explore my global career journey across 9 key locations. Click on any marker to learn more about my experience there.
Projects
Scheme-Interpreter
CC-based LISP interpreter implementing linked lists, garbage collection, parser, and tokenizer
View on GitHubBusBuddy
JavaScriptBus reviews and recommendations for Peace Corps Volunteers in Tanzania
View on GitHubBeyond Code
When I'm not engineering software, you'll find me exploring these passions.
Linguistics
Fascinated by language structure, etymology, and how languages shape thought
Volleyball
Competitive player — beach and indoor across multiple countries
Paragliding
Soaring above landscapes, chasing thermals and ridge lift
Geopolitics
Understanding global power dynamics, diplomacy, and international relations
Math & Science
Pure mathematics, physics, and the elegant patterns underlying reality
Video Games
From strategy games to RPGs — interactive storytelling and game design
Film & TV
Cinephile with a love for world cinema, sci-fi, and compelling narratives
Videography
Creating visual stories through editing, composition, and creative direction
History
Ancient civilizations to modern geopolitics — context for the present
Aquariums
Designing underwater ecosystems — freshwater planted tanks and reef setups
Plants
Growing tropical houseplants, propagation experiments, and indoor jungles
Board Games
Strategy and social deduction games — from Catan to Twilight Imperium
Cooking
Exploring cuisines from every country I've lived in, always experimenting
Running
Trail runs, city jogs, and the meditative clarity of a long-distance run
Traveling
Immersing in new cultures, languages, and landscapes across the globe
Economics
Behavioral economics, market dynamics, and how incentives shape society
Get In Touch
Currently based in The Hague, Netherlands. Open to opportunities across Europe and globally.