Hi, I'm Emmanuel Velazquez

Full Stack Developer & Computer Science Graduate

Building scalable applications with Python, Node.js, and React. Specializing in AI/ML training and creating intuitive user experiences with robust backend systems.

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Emmanuel Velazquez

Emmanuel Velazquez

Full Stack Developer

About Me

I'm a Full Stack Developer with 2+ years of experience building scalable APIs using Python and Node.js, and crafting intuitive UIs with React. Currently working as an LLM Audio Trainer at Mercor AI, training large language models for improved speech understanding. I graduated with my Bachelor's in Computer Science from UC Merced with a 3.8 GPA.

I'm passionate about collaborating across cross-functional teams, optimizing performance, and ensuring code quality through rigorous testing. My expertise includes developing cloud-ready applications, AI/ML training, and a strong emphasis on modular design and deployment best practices.

2+

Years Experience

3.8

GPA

3

Projects Completed

Skills & Technologies

Programming Languages

Python JavaScript C/C++ Java Assembly Bash PowerShell

Web Development

React Next.js Node.js Flask Tailwind CSS UI/UX Design

Data & Databases

SQL SQLite Prisma Data Structures Algorithms

Security & Systems

Linux Hardening Windows Server Security Network Security API Security

Tools & DevOps

Git GitHub Docker AWS/GCP Vercel Railway

AI/ML & Problem Solving

LLM Training Audio Processing Data Validation Big O Notation Algorithm Design System Architecture Performance Optimization

Professional Experience

LLM Audio Trainer

Mercor AI
May 2025 - Present Remote
AI/ML LLM Training Audio Processing Data Validation Quality Assurance Research Collaboration
  • Trained and refined audio datasets for large language models (LLMs) to improve speech understanding and AI performance
  • Collaborated with research teams to enhance training workflows for next-generation AI systems
  • Conducted quality assurance and data validation to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency in model training
  • Applied annotation and evaluation techniques to optimize model comprehension of diverse speech patterns
  • Contributed to scaling the performance of cutting-edge AI models, supporting real-world usability improvements

Team Lead & Full Stack Web Developer

Morning Star Co
Jan 2025 - Present Los Banos, CA
Python Flask React Tiny YOLO SQLite SendGrid
  • Designed and developed a full-stack application leveraging Tiny YOLO models for real-time tomato analysis
  • Engineered Flask backend services for image processing and RESTful API operations
  • Built responsive React frontend with SQLite database integration
  • Integrated SendGrid API for automated stakeholder notifications
  • Architected system with focus on modular design and cloud deployment readiness

Low Voltage Internet Technician

Secure Zone
Apr 2024 - Present Los Angeles, CA
Network Security Infrastructure Troubleshooting Risk Assessment
  • Installed and configured network infrastructure
  • Implemented network security protocols
  • Conducted network troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Performed network risk assessments

Low Voltage Internet Technician

High Visions Solutions
Jan 2017 - Apr 2024 Los Angeles, CA
Security Systems Network Monitoring Access Control Security Audits
  • Configured and monitored network devices
  • Installed and secured security camera systems
  • Conducted regular network security audits
  • Managed secure access controls

Featured Projects

RateMyTA

Apr 2025

A scalable web platform for reviewing teaching assistants, modeled after RateMyProfessors. Features school-based authentication and comprehensive review system.

Next.js Tailwind CSS Prisma SQLite Vercel
Code Live Demo

Bobcat Board

Dec 2024

A Reddit-like platform specifically designed for UC Merced students. Features user authentication, post creation, voting system, and community-driven content sharing.

Python Flask SQLite HTML/CSS JavaScript
Code Demo

Python Snake Game

Nov 2024

Classic Snake game built in Python with a unique twist - featuring your teacher's face as the target! Demonstrates game development skills and creative programming approaches.

Python Pygame Game Development Image Processing
Code Demo

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Computer Science

University of California, Merced

Aug 2021 - May 2025

GPA: 3.8

Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate

Google

Security+ & Network+ (In Progress)

Get In Touch

Email

emanvelazquez28@gmail.com

Phone

+1-661-317-8456

Location

Los Angeles, CA 93536