Alex Taveras-Crespo

About Me

Hey, I'm Alex 👋

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I'm a Software Developer with experience in enterprise application development, DevOps, and data integration. I'm currently helping fight financial crime at Nasdaq Verafin!

I have developed a strong foundation in software design/development and cloud infrastructure. I've developed solutions using a wide range of languages, frameworks, and tools, including Java, C#, Python, TypeScript, .NET, Shell scripting, Flutter, AWS, Azure, Docker, and Git.

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My Experience

My Projects

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Record Rack

.NET 8, PostgreSQL, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Docker, AWS, GitHub Actions

A progressive web app that lets you 'collect' your favorite albums and tracks through Spotify API integration. Then, you can follow other users, and engage with their collections by leaving likes!

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OMG Mobile App

Dart, Flutter SDK, Firebase (Firestore, Cloud Functions), JavaScript

My university capstone project developed for a local client. Uses Dart and Flutter for cross-platform functionality, with Firebase integration for real-time analytics and user authentication. Final grade of 96%.

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Gen-EVA

Azure AI, OpenAI GPT-4 LLM, .NET 8

Generative Enterprise Virtual Assistant, an AI tool designed for a Microsoft-sponsored hackathon. Built to enhance the Ontario Public Service career portal, enabling natural language searches and resume scanning for quicker searches. Won 3rd place in it's category.

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Perlin Noise Minecraft Sim

C#, Unity, WebGL

A Unity game developed for my Computer Graphics course at Trent. It lets you generate and manipulate Minecraft-style terrains using the Perlin Noise algorithm, transforming wavelengths into dynamic 3D landscapes.

Education

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Bachelor of Science Honours

Computer Science

with a specialization in Software Engineering

Sep 2019 - May 2023

3.9/4.0 GPA

President's Honour Roll Distinction