A L E X

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A software engineer focused on building scalable, reliable applications, with a strong interest in maintaining strong system security postures.

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I'm Alex Torres Vivaldo, an aspiring Software Engineer interested in building scalable, reliable, and secure systems.

I am a Junior at Carnegie Mellon University pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems with a minor in Software Engineering and concentration in Information Security.

I'm passionate about learning more about the process of building Scalable, Reliable, and Maintainable systems, while preserving strong Security Posture. Outside of work I enjoy working out, training Mixed Martial Arts, and watching Horror Movies😱.

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My Journey

Incoming SWE Internship @ JPMorgan Chase

June 2026 - Aug 2026

TBD

SWE Internship @ The Chalfant Run/Thompson Run Watershed Association

May 2025 - Aug 2025
  • Scraped and processed 1,000+ watershed data points using custom JavaScript modules, automating data collection and eliminating hours of manual research
  • Engineered an interactive data layer using the Google Maps API, improving volunteer engagement through real-time exploration of environmental features

Student Researcher @ Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering

May 2025 - Aug 2025
  • Scraped and processed 1,000+ watershed data points using custom JavaScript modules, automating data collection and eliminating hours of manual research

Pursuing B.S in Information Systems

Carnegie Mellon University | Pittsburgh, PA (2023 - 2027)
  • Pursing a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems with a minor in Software Engineering & concentration in Information Security.
PROGRAMMING
Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Ruby
Swift
HTML
CSS
C
BACKEND
Ruby on Rails
Node.js
Next.js
Django
DATABASE
MongoDB
PostgreSQL
google-firebase-consoleFirebase
Redis
TOOLS
Git
Docker
GitHub
AWS

Projects

Some of the things I've built.

Portfolio Website Screenshot

SwipeFlix - Tinder Styled for Movies

A Tinder styled movie recommendation app that lets couples swipe their way to the perfect movie night.

React React Firebase Firebase TypeScript TypeScript
Trailer GitHub
Portfolio Website Screenshot

Roi Du Pain - Ecommerce Bakery Shop

An online bakery shop offering a variety of freshly baked goods. Browse our selection, place orders, and enjoy delicious treats delivered to your doorstep.

Ruby on Rails Ruby on Rails Ruby Ruby JavaScript JavaScript HTML HTML SCSS SCSS
GitHub
Macro Calculator Website Screenshot

Macro Calculator Website

This macro calculator application is designed to help users calculate their daily macronutrient needs (proteins, fats, and carbohydrates) based on their personal goals, such as weight loss, muscle gain, or maintenance. Inspired by apps like MyFitnessPal, this tool provides a simple and intuitive way to track and manage your nutrition. Collaborated alongside Anthonyr5868 and Val551 (github usernames) as a part of Carnegie Mellon's Scotty Labs Tartan Hacks 25'

HTML HTML CSS CSS JavaScript JavaScript
Demo GitHub
Discord Database Design & Development Screenshot

Discord Database Design & Development

Designed and implemented Discord’s early-stage database by converting 10 user stories into conceptual and physical models, initializing a scalable PostgreSQL schema to support future feature development

PostgreSQL PostgreSQL SQL SQL Python Python
GitHub
Super Smash Bros Card Game Screenshot

Super Smash Bros Card Game

A Super Smash Bros-themed memory card matching game using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The game includes interactive cards that flip when clicked revealing the characters while tracking the number of flips.

HTML HTML CSS CSS JavaScript JavaScript
Demo GitHub
Say it with Sweets Screenshot

Say it with Sweets

Tasked with developing a new website for small cupcake bakery business in Pittsburgh, significantly improving user experience upon their previous site according to user testing results.

HTML HTML CSS CSS JavaScript JavaScript
Demo GitHub
Microsoft Paints Screenshot

Microsoft Paints

A Microsoft Paint's inspired python application that allows users to create and edit images using various drawing tools, colors, and shapes.

Python Python
GitHub
Battleship Screenshot

Battleship

A basic implementation of the classic Battleship game using Python, where both the player and the bot place their ships on 10x10 grids, and then take alternating turns to try to hit each others ships.

Python Python
GitHub

Get In Touch

Let's discuss your next project or just say hello!

Let's Connect

I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, interesting projects, or just having a chat about technology and development.

Email

atorresv@andrew.cmu.edu

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Let's connect and build something amazing!

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