Nicaragüense who immigrated to the U.S. at the age of twelve, guided by Maya Angelou’s wisdom that people remember how you make them feel. With a lifelong passion for immigrant and animal rights and mental well-being, I believe in the transformative power of communication, collaboration, and emotional intelligence to enhance our work and overcome challenges. My diverse background spans higher education, student wellness, AmeriCorps, and nonprofit work, where I developed a passion for leveraging technology to empower others. As a multilingual professional fluent in Spanish (native), English (fluent), and French (limited proficiency), I connect with diverse communities and bridge communication gaps. With a strong foundation in program coordination and emerging expertise in product development, I’m eager to contribute to roles that value initiative, collaboration, and creating positive change.

Designed and developed a smart shopping list application using React.js and Firebase, focusing on user-centered design and accessibility, including light/dark mode options and semantic HTML. Collaborated in an Agile environment, contributing through pair programming, code reviews, and GitHub issue management to refine features and align with project goals. Presented weekly project demos and incorporated stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement. Proposed and implemented process adjustments during retrospectives, enhancing team workflows and outcomes. Received mentorship from industry professionals, further developing technical skills and best practices in web development.

Gained a foundation in programming and web development, specializing in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js). Implemented secure user authentication using JSON Web Tokens (JWTs). Built RESTful APIs with full CRUD functionality, leveraging Express and Mongoose for data management. Advanced React proficiency by creating dynamic single-page applications (SPAs), including integrating APIs and handling image uploads. Tested and debugged APIs using Postman to ensure reliability and performance. Enhanced teamwork and collaboration skills by working on group projects and utilizing Git/GitHub for efficient version control and code management.

Developed essential skills for data analytics, including data gathering, preparation, analysis, and visualization from both structured and unstructured sources. Gained proficiency in Python, SQL, and Tableau. Explored various industries and professions that leverage data analytics to drive insights and decision-making.