Gabriel D.
Back-end and Systems Engineer

Skills

Django

Flask

Html

Javascript

Python

Postgresql

Amazon Aws

Docker Cloud

React

Gabriel is available for hire

Meet Gabriel D.

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Bio

A seasoned programmer with extensive experience since 2008, specializing initially in website, advertisement, and banner creation using Flash and ActionScript. Transitioned to front-end development with the advent of Web 2.0, acquiring proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Further honed skills in back-end development by mastering PHP and later developed a strong interest in Python and its libraries, leading to a focus on Python/Django projects. Recognized as a speaker at various web development events, playing a pivotal role in the successful launch of numerous projects, many of which are currently active or in development.

CTO, Tech Lead, and Web Engineer
1/1/2023 - 3/1/2024

Managed a team of five collaborators, including developers, designers, and support, focusing on developing secure technological solutions for both backend and frontend systems. Planned work and set goals to align with board objectives, while conducting 1-on-1 meetings with team members and biweekly meetings with the board. Acted as a DevOps specialist, setting up deployment processes for staging and production environments using relevant tools and frameworks. Gained expertise in learning, conceptualizing, and structuring infrastructure capable of accommodating thousands of users, utilizing advanced real-time communication tools.
Software Engineer
11/1/2021 - 6/1/2022

Developed expertise in building solutions for everyday tasks, streamlining processes and improving efficiency. Played a critical role as an intermediary between the Support and Development teams, ensuring seamless communication and issue resolution. Gained experience in identifying, troubleshooting, and fixing both known and unknown bugs, enhancing the stability and reliability of software products.
Software Engineer
6/1/2012 - 7/1/2020

Developed expertise in building dating and relationship sites using libraries like Foundation and jQuery. Utilized the Yii Framework's template system for backend development in PHP. Gained experience collaborating on multiple projects using code versioning tools alongside other developers. Embraced agile development methodologies for project management. Delivered robust and reliable solutions for high-traffic sites, including a platform with over 3 million users.

Worked on new projects and startups in partnership with others. Managed web, database, and static file servers effectively. Conducted major database migrations from MS-SQL to MySQL and PostgreSQL and implemented database replication using Slony. Developed and maintained queues and in-memory data stores with Redis. Engineered real-time solutions employing polling and WebSockets and their associated libraries. Contributed to projects from initial conception through market study, structuring, design, and final production. Managed developers remotely, and developed mobile applications using Android Java and Objective-C.
Digital Media Ads Producer
6/1/2011 - 6/1/2012

Developed advanced proficiency in creating and programming digital advertisements using Flash and ActionScript (2.0 and 3.0). Played a crucial role in assisting the creative team to produce visually appealing, functional, and contemporary digital ads. Demonstrated extensive expertise in creating and programming animated websites and microsites.