I'm a software engineer with a passion for solving tough coding challenges and bringing a fresh, positive energy to every team I join. Whether it's refactoring legacy systems or building scalable, intuitive applications, I take pride in crafting solutions that not only work but shine.
- Languages: Ruby, JavaScript (ES6+), Python, TypeScript
- Frameworks & Libraries: Ruby on Rails, React.js, Node.js, Django
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SQLite, Firebase
- Cloud & DevOps: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda), Docker, Heroku
- Backend Technologies: Redis, Sidekiq, Elasticsearch
- Testing Tools: RSpec, Capybara, Jest, Selenium
- Other Tools: CI/CD pipelines, Git, Webpack, GraphQL, RESTful APIs
- Breathing new life into old codebases: I’m the go-to person for untangling messy legacy systems and turning them into maintainable, efficient solutions.
- Creating a positive, breathable atmosphere: My teammates often say I bring a lightness to the room that makes challenges feel less daunting. Collaboration is at the heart of everything I do.
- Building for impact: From healthcare accessibility apps to user-friendly tools, I focus on projects that make a real difference in people’s lives.
- Learning and sharing: I’m always up for mastering new technologies and mentoring others to grow their skills.
- Advanced algorithms and data structures (a.k.a. brain gymnastics that sometimes make me question my life choices).
- Microservices architecture to design and maintain distributed systems.
- AI-driven solutions to explore innovative possibilities in tech.
- Exploring software architecture through these incredible books:
- ✔️ "Designing Data-Intensive Applications" by Martin Kleppmann
- "Software Architecture in Practice" by Bass, Clements, Kazman
- "Building Evolutionary Architectures" by Ford, Parsons, Kua
- "Software Architecture: The Hard Parts" by Ford, Richards, Sadalage, Denghani
Each book brings unique insights into handling data, designing systems, and navigating the complexities of modern architectures.
- I love turning complex problems into elegant, simple solutions.
- I’m a fan of grunge music and 80s hits—yes, coding playlists are essential (you're more than welcome to share your fave playlist;-)!
- In my free time, I’m teaching kids programming and fostering the next generation of tech enthusiasts.
More exciting projects are coming to my coding space - stay tuned!
I’d love to hear what you’re listening to while coding! Share your favorite playlists with me using this Google Form.
- Collaborate with me on open-source projects—I’m always excited to tackle new challenges with fresh ideas.
- Reach out if you’re looking for someone who codes with heart and a whole lot of enthusiasm.
Thank you for stopping by my GitHub! Together, let’s build something amazing!