Goal-minded developer with innovative ideas.
DOM Scripting - AJAX - JSON - Libraries(JQuery, Prototype, Mootools, Dojo) - APIs (Google Maps, YouTube, CSE, Facebook, Brightcove)
Reusable CSS Coding - W3C Validation - Best Practices - CrossBrowser Rendering - Performance Optimization - CCS3 - HTML5 - Content Optimization - Accesibility - Web Analytics and Tracking ( Google, Omniture, DoubleClick) - Keyword Analysis - Information Structure Design
PHP(Zend, cakePHP, Yii) - XML - JSP - ASPX - Web Services - Apache Server (.htaccess, cname, virtual hosts, ssi, compresion, permissions) -
SQL /MySQL Databases - Domain Management (Buy, Register, Transfers)
Web Mobile Enthusiast currently working on my firsts applications.
iOS and PhoneGap
English 90% (Toeic 900) - Portuguese 85% - Italian 80% - Native Spanish
Excellent planning and communication skills.
Natural presentation and sales skills.
Self-Learner and good reader.
Proactive and teamwork-oriented
Ability to work effectively in diverse, foreign and multi-cultural environments
Demonstrated success working effectively under significant pressure
Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Develop high quality software following the design patterns and standards. Code, test and troubleshoot programs utilizing the appropriate hardware, database, and programming technology. Analyze performance of programs and take action to correct deficiencies. Help train and advise other developers on projects or techniques they are unfamiliar with. Contribute to standards and best practices as requested.
Javascript(ajax, json, jquery, Brightcove), HTML5, Advanced CSS, PHP, MySQL, Facebook, Analytics
Short term contract. CostaRicaBedFinder.com optimization for positining and performance by redesigning the url and linking structure of the site, implementing server side and client side caching techniques, image optimization, css and javascript refactoring, parallel loading for images, merging css and js files dynamically to reduce http requests and other other techniques. Usability re-engineering to provide a better user experience. Web traffic monitoring on google analytics and webmaster tools (google, yahoo, bing).
PHP(cakePHP), CSS, Javascript(ajax, json, jquery, prototype)
Responsible for all things front-end. Duties include everything from taking the designer's PSDs and hacking those into cross browser compatible HTML/CSS and Object-Oriented Javascript. Extensive use of AJAX to present the user with a fluid experience. Special attention given to code reuse, code size, application responsiveness, bandwidth usage, application usability and accessibility. Implementation of tracking code and On-site SEO. Additionally I assisted in the recruiting process.
DHTML, Advanced CSS, Javascript(ajax, json, jquery, dojo), Java(struts), JSP, html5, XML, SVN
Web site development and maintanance of different websites based on IGD's proprietary CMS named Arcangel (PHP/AJAX ) and wordpress custom design templates we coded for each client. These sites were integrated with social media and google services through each service API: Twitter feeds, Flicker and YouTube galleries, Google Maps, Google Custom Search Engine, Google Calendar
PSD to HTML, PHP, AJAX, Proprietary CMS(php,ajax), Wordpress, Joomla, TypePad, Google Maps Integration, You Tube and Social Media integration, Cron Jobs, basic On-site SEO, SVN
Technical Support for HP employees in both in english and portuguese(Brazil) . Connectivity Issues, Accounts, Remote Access, Email, SharePoint, MS Office, BackUps, HP Proprietary Enterprise Applications, Virus and Security.
https://home.americanexpress.com
JSP(Struts), CSS, OO Javascript(ajax, json, jquery, dojo), tracking(omniture),
Abobe mbox, Facebook
Advanced object oriented javascript and jsp. I have develop several modules for the main site as well as diverse microsites such as http://moneynighttalk.com. It was a great experience working with people in New York, India and other countries.
PHP(cakePHP), MySQL, CSS, OO Javascript(ajax, json, jquery, prototype)
The website required a lot performace optimization work and refactoring as the legacy code was poorly constructed. MVC best practices were implemented and a custom routing code developed to allow optimized sef links. Google's page speed score was 23/100 when I started to work on CRB, now it is 91/100.
http://www.amigosdelosparques.org/orquid-partners/national-parks/irazu-volcano
PHP(Joomla), MySQL, CSS, OO Javascript(ajax, json, jquery)
http://intergraphicdesigns.com/clientes/scotiatico/www
PHP(Arcangel CMS), MySQL, CSS, Javascript(ajax, json, jquery), XML
This tool was developed to help Public Relations department create the Scotibank's newsletter html package to be published on the server. A tool for non technical people to create a standalone website for each newsletter.
PHP(Arcangel CMS), MySQL, CSS, Javascript(ajax, json, jquery, prototype), XML, Google CSE
no longer available
PHP, MySQL, CSS, Javascript(jquery)
This is simple microsite that allowed people to upload an image and embed it into a video to send by email and/or shared by e-mail.
http://www.studyabroadearth.org/
PHP(Wordpress), MySQL, CSS, Javascript(ajax, json, jquery, prototype)
A nice site build for EARTH running wordpress on as CMS.
no longer available (was ruedadesol.com)
PHP(Yii), MySQL, CSS, Javascript(jquery)
This was the very first I built, this is my old capoeira school. It is a non-profit association.
This is a job I did ad honorem, so I was free play around and experiment. I used Yii for the for the custom CMS that allowed you to register teachers and schools. Wordpress MU supported different blogs that were wrapper in single feed using simple pie. It had a youtube module based on the GData's PHP classes, to display playlists and single videos.
http://www.staplesadvantage.com/
XHTML, CSS, Javascript(jquery)
no longer available (was paninicostarica.com)
PHP (Worpress), CSS, Javascript
Java, JavaScript, C#, Design and Programing Patterns, UML Diagrams, Aspx, SQL/MySQL Databases, PHP, .Net, Web Services, Human-Computer Interaction, Development Process, Software Requirements
History of Art, Digital Photography, Photoshop, Fireworks, Dreamweaver, PHP and CSS techniques.
Digital Photography, Capoeira and other Martial Arts, Adventure Sports, Surfing, Traveling, Something New
"Gabriel has the rare ability to solve problems that have left other developers scratching their heads. He was a key player on a very difficult development project and maintained his professionalism throughout. He is a great technical resource and can articulate Development practice and theory eloquently. His linguistic skills are also a major plus when it comes to dealing with complex scopes and client communication. It was a pleasure to work with him and I would do so again in a flash." - February 8, 2012Gregor Milne, Senior Project Manager, Possible Worldwide
"Working with Gabriel has been a real pleasure. He has demonstrated to be a highly professional and proactive developer, as he not only seeks to complete his work, but always puts the effort in doing it right - by following best practices and thinking in the overall architecture or goal, or by providing solutions to previously unsolved problems.
He's a great team player and what I really like about him is that he always keep a positive attitude even in the most difficult and stressful of situations, which helps keeping a good energy/vibe within the team. His teammates have always expressed positively about working with him.
I highly recommend him, just as I would like to have him as part of any team that I am in." -January 25, 2012Francisco Martínez, Technical Architect at Possible Worldwide
"No doubt Gabriel is a great person to work with, he's very committed to his work, excellent engineer, the kind of person you want on your team. He will take any task and owned from beginning to end. During the time I worked with him, I was very pleased working with him, he took the lead in many areas and became the lead developer in a very short period of time." - February 10, 2012Pablo Viquez, Software Architect, Possible Worldwide
"Gabriel is the type of person that arrives early and leaves late, if the project needs it. He will pay attention on the instructions given to him at any point in time but was not hesitant to share his point of view. He knows about Client Side technologies but can also do work for server side. Constantly looking how to learn new technologies and how to improve his overall capacity is a day to day effort Gabriel keeps in mind" - February 7, 2012Miguel Alvarez, Technology Manager, Possible Worldwide
"Gabriel is a smart and dedicated person who has passion on what he does. He is always trying to learn something new from his work and others, keeping on top of the new technologies in the industry. Gabriel is an important and valuable piece of any team" - February 7, 2012Carlos Barrantes, Senior Web Developer, Freelance Web Developer
"I have worked with Gabriel on various web development projects. He is very smart and fast learning. He always thinks about how to do things better, and has a lot of great ideas. It's very fun working with him. I high recommend Gabriel." - November 3, 2010Haiyan Sui, Principal Software Engineer, Digitas
"Gabriel is an amazing Web Developer. He's up to speed on all of the latest technologies and matches his technical skills with a "can do" personality. I've counted on Gabriel to build multiple landing pages and web sites and he's never let me down." - September 16, 2010Noah Rosenbaum, VP Director, Prodigious Worldwide
"Desde el inicio de su carrera en BOSZ, Gabriel sobresalió por su compromiso con la calidad y su entendimiento de lo importante que es llevar a cabo su labor con el más estricto apego a las expectativas que se tienen del mismo.
La actitud de Gabriel es cierta de apertura y de ayuda a sus compañeros. En BOSZ se ha convertido en una pieza muy importante de su grupo tanto en Costa Rica como en EEUU." - September 16, 2010Jose Coto, CEO, BOSZ Digital
"Gabriel is a very enthusiastic and proactive developer; he strives to always be up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends. He's a friendly person, easy to get along with. I strongly recommend him." - July 8, 2011Marco Carvajal, Operational Risk Management Specialist at Interamerican Development Bank
"Gabriel would make a fine addition to any project team. He is hard working, diligent and takes the time and effort to truly understand systems and the best method for implementation." - July 11, 2011Rashid Sial, Technology Manager (Technical Project Manager), Digitas
"Gabriel Esquivel es un talentoso programador, con gran entusiasmo por el aprendizaje de nuevas tecnologías y siempre buscando la forma de mejorar en su trabajo. En InterGraphicDESIGNS destacó por sus habilidades tanto técnicas como humanas por lo que para mí es un gusto recomendarle." - October 18, 2010Ricardo Arce, Co-Propietario y Gerente de Proyectos, InterGraphicDESIGNS
"Gabriel es un programador comprometido con su trabajo, con un alto grado de profesionalismo, y que siempre busca aprender de nuevos temas. Es además una persona amable y llevadera con quien da gusto trabajar." -February 16, 2011Iván Alarcón, Senior Web Designer and Flash Designer, BOSZ Digital
"Excellent partner, dynamic and proactive!." -June 2, 2011Reyner Sibaja, Senior Front-End Web Designer and Motion Graphics Producer, TribuDDB
"Gabriel es una persona proactiva y eficiente, dispuesto a realizar su trabajo a tiempo y con excelencia. Tuve la oportunidad de trabajar con el en InterGraphicDESIGNS obteniendo grandes resultados en los proyectos asignados. Excelente profesional y gran compañero." -July 9, 2011Jose Tenorio, Director de Arte, InterGraphic DESIGNS
"I have worked together with Mr. Esquivel on the creation and establishment of "Rueda de Sol" capoeira school
( Brazilian Martial Art ) and shared the great experience of teaching this art to different people in Central America. As instructor he has demonstrated his leadership, which involves being good at group management, ability to teach, discipline and perseverance in training and handling skills of good relations.
Therefore, I have no doubt that Mr. Esquivel transfer those skills to his professional life. Characterized as a person with high ethical values and service based leadership you will have a competent partner." - October 19, 2010Lorena Torres, Gerente de Desarrollo Humano, Corporacion Servivalores
To see the original recommendations go to linkedIn profile : Gabo Esquivel - Web Developer & SEO