San Juan, Puerto Rico

Argenis Vélez

Computer Engineering Senior Student

Hello there! I'm Argenis Y. Velez Alvarez, a senior year student pursuing Computer Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico. I'm interested in gaining professional experience in software engineering, IT, and cybersecurity.

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01 / WORK

Projects

Windows Active Directory Home Lab

IT infrastructure · Home lab

A virtual Windows domain with Active Directory, DNS, a domain-joined Windows 11 client, and Group Policy. Configured SMB file sharing with group-based permissions and tested authorized and unauthorized access.

Windows Server 2025 · Active Directory · PowerShell · VirtualBox

Adaptix

Full-stack application · In progress

A fitness app that creates personalized workout programs from a user's goals, experience, schedule, and equipment.

React · TypeScript · FastAPI · PostgreSQL

Smart Spot

IoT capstone · In progress

A smart parking system combining ESP32 hardware, RFID access control, a web dashboard, and a MySQL data layer.

ESP32 · Python · MySQL
Repository link pending

Real Estate Manager

Desktop application · Completed

A property management app with a PyQt5 interface and a MySQL relational database.

Python · PyQt5 · MySQL
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02 / EXPERIENCE

Work experience

Technical Assistant

Vélez Metal Contractor · Hatillo, Puerto Rico

Troubleshot computer issues involving hardware and software. Used MyPlasmaCNC to enter design specifications, manage material data, and produce precision cuts in stainless steel and aluminum.

June 2022 — July 2023
03 / CERTS

Certifications

  • Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL

    Google

    Credential ID: HE29NLZPYUHO

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    Issued September 2026

  • Intro to Cybersecurity Certificate

    CodePath

    Credential ID: 429178 · Expires July 2030

    View credential
    Issued July 2026

  • Undergraduate Certificate in Cybersecurity

    Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico

    Credential ID: 2025-066 · Expires May 2030

    Issued May 2026
04 / ABOUT

A little about me

I'm currently in my fourth year of studies, with a strong interest in developing my software development, IT, embedded systems and cybersecurity skills. Looking for a internship, co-op, or full-time opportunity to gain professional experience and contribute positively to real-world projects.

05 / HONORS

Honors and awards

  • MVP Athlete of the Year Award

    Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico

  • First Place — Olympic Weightlifting

    Interuniversity Athletic League (LAI) · San Juan, Puerto Rico

  • MVP Athlete of the Year Award

    Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico

  • First Place — Torneo Luigi Memorial, Olympic Weightlifting

    Federación de Levantamiento de Pesas de Puerto Rico · Moca, Puerto Rico

  • First Place — Olympic Weightlifting

    Interuniversity Athletic League (LAI) · Gurabo, Puerto Rico

  • Second Place — Olympic Weightlifting

    Interuniversity Athletic League (LAI) · Cayey, Puerto Rico

  • Second Place — Torneo Criollo, Olympic Weightlifting

    Federación de Levantamiento de Pesas de Puerto Rico · Caguas, Puerto Rico

06 / CONTACT

Contact me