Iván Alcantar

448 Clavel Street · Ocotlán, Jalisco ZIP 47882 · (392) 104 42 56 · ivan.alcantar2512@gmail.com

Hello! Welcome to my Portfolio. I'm a creative developer exploring the intersection of code, music, games, and languages. This portfolio is my space to document my diverse projects—from programming challenges and piano performances to indie game design and language learning.


Resume

Summary

Multidisciplinary developer with a background in computer engineering, passionate about building meaningful, creative, and technically sound projects. Experienced in hardware analysis, customer service, and process optimization through an internship at Cisco and years of hands-on work in a client-facing role.

Currently pursuing a self-directed challenge to complete diverse projects that span programming, game development, music composition, and language learning—bridging technical skill with artistic expression.

Experience

Jewerly Shop - "El Gambusino"

Currently assisting in the daily operations and management of a family-run business. My responsibilities include handling logistics, client relations, and workflow optimization. Although not tech-focused, this role has strengthened my communication, adaptability, and organizational skills—qualities I apply to my personal and creative projects.

October 2024 - Present
Failure Analysis Engineer - Cisco Systems

As an intern, I collaborated with industry professionals to address real-world technical challenges, enhancing both my hardware knowledge and soft skills. I optimized internal processes for issue classification discovery and managed failure analysis cases by documenting procedures and outcomes, contributing to the team's overall efficiency and accuracy.

· Highlight: 1st Place at Cisco LATAM Intern Showcase – Improving Platform Adoption

January - August 2024
Jewerly Shop - "El Gambusino"

From 2018 to 2023, I worked at El Gambusino, a jewelry workshop and sales business, where I assisted customers with product selection and repairs, developed strong customer service and product knowledge, and negotiated with suppliers to maintain quality and pricing standards—all while balancing these responsibilities with my computer engineering studies.

July 2018 - December 2023

Education

Universidad de Guadalajara

Earned a degree in Computer Engineering with a focus on networking, studying at the Centro Universitario de la Cienega (CUCI). Developed a solid foundation in systems architecture, programming, and digital logic, while specializing in computer networks, protocols, and infrastructure. Completed hands-on projects involving routing, switching, and network configuration, and gained experience with tools such as Cisco Packet Tracer and real-world lab setups.

GPA: 9,81

August 2019 - July 2024
Technical High School - CBTis 49

Completed a technical high school degree in programming, where I gained early experience in software development, algorithms, and basic data structures. The program covered languages such as C++, Java, and web technologies, as well as database fundamentals. It provided a strong foundation in logical thinking, structured programming, and teamwork through practical projects and technical workshops.

August 2017 - June 2019

Projects

University of Colorado Boulder

Bachelor of Science
Computer Science - Web Development Track

GPA: 3.23

August 2006 - May 2010

James Buchanan High School

Technology Magnet Program

GPA: 3.56

August 2002 - May 2006

Music

Programming Languages & Tools
Workflow
  • Mobile-First, Responsive Design
  • Cross Browser Testing & Debugging
  • Cross Functional Teams
  • Agile Development & Scrum

Language Learning

Apart from being a web developer, I enjoy most of my time being outdoors. In the winter, I am an avid skier and novice ice climber. During the warmer months here in Colorado, I enjoy mountain biking, free climbing, and kayaking.

When forced indoors, I follow a number of sci-fi and fantasy genre movies and television shows, I am an aspiring chef, and I spend a large amount of my free time exploring the latest technology advancements in the front-end web development world.


Awards & Certifications

  • Google Analytics Certified Developer
  • Mobile Web Specialist - Google Certification
  • 1 st Place - University of Colorado Boulder - Emerging Tech Competition 2009
  • 1 st Place - University of Colorado Boulder - Adobe Creative Jam 2008 (UI Design Category)
  • 2 nd Place - University of Colorado Boulder - Emerging Tech Competition 2008
  • 1 st Place - James Buchanan High School - Hackathon 2006
  • 3 rd Place - James Buchanan High School - Hackathon 2005