Griffin Giorda
Computer Science Graduate | Software Developer | CTE Educator Candidate
Computer Science graduate with experience in software development, web applications, databases, Linux systems, and cloud-hosted services. I am pursuing opportunities in both software development and computer science education where I can apply technical knowledge, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
About Me
I am a graduate of The University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a concentration in Software Engineering. My academic work included software engineering, web development, databases, networking, Linux systems, and cloud computing.
Through my computer science coursework and projects, I have applied object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, database design, APIs, software testing, and full-stack development to practical software systems.
Before completing my computer science degree, I spent nearly a decade in customer-facing professional roles. Those experiences developed my communication, collaboration, organization, presentation, and problem-solving skills while working with people from many different backgrounds.
I am also pursuing Texas Computer Science 8–12 certification through iteachTEXAS and am interested in opportunities in software development, computer science education, and Career and Technical Education.
I enjoy solving problems, learning new systems, and connecting computer science concepts to practical applications.
Technical Skills
Programming Languages
- C
- C++
- Java
- Python
- C#
- PHP
- JavaScript
- SQL
Web & Database Development
- HTML / CSS
- Bootstrap
- React
- PHP / PDO
- MySQL
- REST / API Integration
- Nginx
- Full-Stack Web Development
Systems & Development Tools
- Linux
- Bash
- Git / GitHub
- AWS EC2
- Docker
- Windows Subsystem for Linux
- Selenium
- Jira
- UML
Computer Science Concepts
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Data Structures
- Algorithms
- Database Design
- Software Engineering
- Software Testing
- Computer Networking
- Secure Software Development
Professional & Educational Skills
- Technical Communication
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Presentation Skills
- Student-Centered Instruction
- Educational Technology
- Project-Based Learning
- Career and Technical Education
Selected Computer Science Projects
Enterprise Resource Planning / Document Management System
Technologies: PHP, MySQL, Linux, Nginx, AWS EC2, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, APIs
- Developed a full-stack enterprise document-management application hosted on an AWS Linux server.
- Developed API functionality used to communicate with a simulated banking system and receive scheduled batches of document information.
- Designed and worked with relational database structures used to store, retrieve, organize, and analyze document information.
- Developed a web-based management dashboard used to display operational and statistical information from stored data.
- Worked with Linux administration, server configuration, application logging, automation, debugging, and secure web-hosting concepts.
React E-Commerce Web Application
Technologies: React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Docker, AWS
- Collaborated with a development team to design and implement a functional e-commerce web application.
- Developed interactive front-end functionality using JavaScript and React.
- Applied web-development principles involving user interfaces, application logic, data handling, and component-based design.
- Worked with containerized deployment and AWS-hosted infrastructure.
- Participated in team-based design, debugging, testing, and development.
Unity Game Development Demo
Technologies: Unity, C#
- Developed an interactive game demonstration using the Unity game engine and C# scripting.
- Implemented game logic, object behavior, user interaction, and event-driven programming.
- Applied object-oriented programming principles to organize reusable game components and behaviors.
Professional Experience
Sales Consultant
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits- Managed long-term relationships with retail accounts and communicated detailed product information to clients with varying needs.
- Adapted presentations, recommendations, and communication strategies to different audiences and business situations.
- Coordinated with sales assistants, account personnel, customers, and management to meet organizational goals and resolve customer needs.
- Managed multiple accounts, priorities, deadlines, and follow-up responsibilities.
- Developed strong communication, presentation, relationship-building, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Guest Services Attendant (Bellhop)
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & SpaAugust 2010 – August 2011
- Provided guest service in a high-volume resort environment while maintaining professional hospitality standards.
- Assisted guests with luggage, transportation, directions, and individual requests.
- Communicated with guests from a variety of backgrounds and adapted service to different situations and needs.
- Coordinated with front desk, valet, concierge, and other departments to respond efficiently to guest requests.
Education
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Concentration: Software Engineering
GPA: 3.41
Relevant Areas of Study: Software Engineering, Data Structures, Algorithms, Web Development, Database Systems, Operating Systems, Software Testing, Object-Oriented Design, and Secure Software Development.
Educator Development
Texas Computer Science 8–12 Certification Candidate
I am completing educator preparation through iteachTEXAS while pursuing Texas Computer Science 8–12 certification.
My educator-preparation work includes:
- Classroom management
- Learner development
- Student-centered instruction
- Educational technology
- Student motivation and readiness
- Project-based learning
- Professional ethics
- FERPA and student privacy
My goal is to combine a technical computer science background with practical, project-based instruction that helps students understand how computing concepts connect to real systems and careers.
Current Interests
Software & Technology
- Linux systems
- Software development
- Web applications
- Cloud-hosted applications
- Secure software development
- Computer networking
- Low-level programming
Computer Science Education
- Secondary computer science
- Career and Technical Education
- Project-based learning
- Computational thinking
- Educational technology
- Digital citizenship
- UIL Computer Science
Contact Me
Interested in discussing a software development, computer science education, CTE, or other professional opportunity?