Joel Garcia Logo

Joel Garcia

Full-Stack Developer

Resume

About

I am Joel Garcia, a full-stack developer with a passion for sports, finance, and building clean, user-focused web applications. I recently earned my Computer Science degree from FIU, where I led Agile projects and built backend systems using Java and MySQL. Since then, I have developed full-stack applications with Django, created AI-powered tools using Python and OpenAI, and continued sharpening my skills across the stack. I also design and build modern, responsive frontends using React and Next.js, bringing clean UI and strong performance together. I am driven by curiosity, collaboration, and the challenge of turning ideas into scalable, real-world solutions.

Technologies

Next.js

React

JavaScript

TypeScript

Tailwind CSS

Django

Python

PostgreSQL/MySQL

Java

Spring Boot

Docker

Streamlit

OpenAI

Projects

AI Chatbot for Real Estate (Live Demo)

Custom AI chatbot for MJ Estates realty to automate property Q&A and lead generation in English and Spanish.

  • Technologies: Python, Streamlit, OpenAI, Render
  • Role: Built backend logic and UI with AI integration
  • Outcome: Demo of bilingual chatbot

RESTWeb Dev Website (Live Site)

Landing page for my freelance web dev brand. Optimized for performance, branding, and SEO.

  • Technologies: Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwindcss, Vercel
  • Role: Built custom animations and branding site
  • Outcome: Used to generate client leads

Cuba Bakery Website (Live Site)

A custom-built site for a local bakery in Homestead, FL. Includes dynamic menu display, Leaflet map integration, and responsive pages.

  • Technologies: Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwindcss, Vercel
  • Role: Created and deployed full front-end layout and navigation
  • Outcome: Client-ready site

Lee Construction Website (Live Site)

Built for a construction company in South Florida. Features service pages, gallery, contact form, and modern design.

  • Technologies: Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwindcss, Vercel
  • Role: Designed pages and collaborated on business needs
  • Outcome: Responsive, scalable site, mobile-friendly

Professional Experience

Freelance Web Developer – RESTweb Dev (01/2021 – Current)

  • Built and deployed responsive websites and applications tailored to client needs
  • Designed user interfaces in Figma and developed pixel-perfect components using React and Tailwind CSS
  • Managed client assets, branding, and deliverables through Google Drive
  • Deployed sites with Vercel and integrated continuous deployment pipelines

IT Assistant – Lee Construction Company (01/2025 – Current)

  • Supported internal IT infrastructure and troubleshooting systems
  • Assisted in backend-to-frontend integration tasks across multiple teams

Property Manager – MJ Estates (11/2022 – Current)

  • Streamlined document management and scheduling through digital tools
  • Coordinated projects using agile-style workflows and team collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science

Florida International University – Miami, FL (12/2024)

Major GPA: 3.9

Associate of Arts

Miami Dade College – Miami, FL (01/2014)

Contact