A software engineer in Massachusetts who loves turning messy problems into simple tools. I build things that save time, reduce clicks, and make teams happier. If you care about helping people and shipping useful stuff, we are on the same team.
Quick fun fact: yes, I still drink iced coffee in winter.
- Build internal tools that streamline workflows and cut busywork
- Work directly with users to map pain points and ship practical fixes
- Automate the boring parts so people can focus on real work
- Have fun while coding
Languages: Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, SQL, Go (actively learning), Lua (only because of Love2D, it is sooooo good :) )
Frontend: React, jQuery, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Material UI, Chakra UI
Backend: Django, FastAPI, Node, Express
Data: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis
DevOps: Docker, Linux, Nginx, AWS
Tools: Git, GitHub, GitHub Actions, Firebase
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Code Refresh Labs
A lightweight coding practice site focused on short, confidence-building exercises. Designed for warming up, coming back after a break, or practicing without grind.
Live site: https://coderefresh.dev
Source: https://github.com/jcari-dev/code-refresh -
RoleRadar (sunsetted)
A desktop job tracker that pulled official company APIs and kept everything local and fast. Built to reduce noise and speed up role discovery.
Status: Project archived; no longer maintained
Live site: https://www.roleradar.net -
Display Hub (E Ink dashboard)
A modular Raspberry Pi dashboard with live weather, news, traffic, and email. Drag and drop layout, one command install.
Docs: https://jcari-dev.github.io/display-hub-e-ink-display-dashboard-docs/docs/intro
Source: https://github.com/jcari-dev/display-hub-e-ink-display-dashboard -
Online Chess Platform
Real time rooms, AI with Stockfish, move scoring, and more.
Site: https://jorgeschess.app
Source: https://github.com/jcari-dev/chess-react -
Easy Custom Autofill
A lightweight browser extension that saves snippets and autofills forms.
Chrome Web Store: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/easy-custom-autofill/ilhgjljloaeeiognllkcpcfhiegoacfm -
PyWorldAtlas
Python package that serves detailed country profiles from a compact SQLite database.
Docs: https://jcari-dev.github.io/pyworldatlas-documentation/
PyPI: https://pypi.org/project/pyworldatlas
Currently building: Code Refresh Labs
Live site: https://coderefresh.dev