A secure hardware checkout system built to combat Chromebook theft in the school library — tracks check-in and check-out with physical locks and monitoring.
Designed and built a secure Chromebook checkout and monitoring system aimed at reducing device theft and improving asset tracking within the school library environment. The project combined hardware security mechanisms with embedded systems control, using an Arduino-based architecture to manage physical locking, checkout verification, and status monitoring. I developed the system to simulate a real-world inventory management workflow, incorporating keyed access and tracked check-in/check-out procedures to improve accountability and device organization. Beyond the electronics and control systems, I focused heavily on usability, reliability, and scalability so the design could realistically integrate into a school setting. The project strengthened my experience in embedded hardware development, rapid prototyping, and designing practical engineering solutions for everyday operational problems.