Hi, I'm Jose Alvaro Leos
Software Engineer
I build responsive, accessible web applications with modern technologies. Passionate about creating clean, efficient code and constantly learning new skills.
About Me
Who I Am
I'm a Software Engineer and recent Computer Science graduate from Santa Clara University, focused on building intuitive and responsive full-stack applications. I specialize in the React and Node.js ecosystem and have experience developing production-ready web platforms, integrating REST APIs, and deploying apps with cloud tools like AWS and Vercel.
My recent work includes TheMoveIn.com, a real-world platform for renters to document move-in conditions and protect security deposits, where I implemented secure user authentication, cloud storage with AWS S3, and a PostgreSQL database hosted on RDS.
I'm constantly learning, whether it's new technologies, real-world systems, or just hearing how others approach problems. I'm curious by nature and always looking to grow as a developer and as a person.
Beyond tech, I'm a huge video game nerd, espresso enthusiast (still failing at latte art), and weekend mountain biker. I'm also passionate about the arts, whether it's animation, indie games, or visual storytelling.
What I Do
Frontend Development
I build responsive, accessible interfaces using React, Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind. My focus is on clean design and smooth user interactions.
Backend Development
I develop and connect REST APIs using Node.js and Express, with experience working with PostgreSQL and MySQL. I've also applied various programming languages in academic projects and OOP-focused tasks.
Cloud DevOps
I've deployed full-stack applications using Vercel and AWS (EC2, RDS, S3), and I'm comfortable working with serverless functions and basic CI/CD workflows.
Problem Solving & CS Fundamentals
Proficient in algorithms, data structures, and collaborative problem solving using Java, Python, and JavaScript.
Skills
Technical Skills
Soft Skills
Tools & Technologies
My Projects
TheMoveIn.com – Rental Documentation App
A full-stack web application that helps renters document move-in conditions, upload photos, and protect security deposits with timestamped evidence.
Public Ed Analytics
A data analysis project examining how socioeconomic status, teacher salaries, and chronic absenteeism impact student test scores in California public schools. Built with Python, Pandas, and Matplotlib, and presented as a static HTML report.
Experience & Education
Experience
Full-Stack Developer
Founder & Developer
June 2024 – Present
- Built TheMoveIn.com, a full-stack web platform to help tenants document rental conditions and resolve deposit disputes
- Designed and deployed PostgreSQL-backed backend on AWS EC2 with S3 storage for secure image handling
- Implemented authentication, session management, and RESTful APIs using Express.js and Vite
- Optimized frontend in React for mobile usability and applied SEO strategies to boost search visibility
Public Ed Analytics
Academic Research – Web and Data Mining
January 2024 - April 2024
- Built a Python-based ETL pipeline to process 150K+ records from California public education datasets
- Cleaned, normalized, and merged datasets using CDSCODE keys to link school performance and absenteeism
- Performed correlation analysis on chronic absenteeism and academic outcomes using Pandas and Matplotlib
- Used Git for version control and presented key findings to educational advocates and faculty reviewers
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Santa Clara University
Sept. 2020 - June 2024
Focused on software engineering, web development, and data structures & algorithms.
Certificate of Achievement in Python Programming
De Anza College
Sept.2024 - Dec. 2024
Built proficiency in OOP, data analysis, concurrency, and Python-based web, network, and database programming.
Certifications
AWS Cloud Practitioner
In Progress