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Gabe Corral

Software Engineer | Backend & Linux Systems

Cedar Park, TX

Software Engineer with four years of experience building applications with Python, Django, React, and AWS. Experienced in maintaining Linux servers, troubleshooting production software, and developing backend applications. Strong interest in low-level Linux development and systems programming.

Texas Precious Metals & Texas Depository | Software Developer | 07/2022 - current

  • Developed and maintained full-stack applications using Django, React, and MySQL in a production environment.
  • Designed and implemented RESTful APIs used across internal and customer-facing systems.
  • Deployed and maintained services on AWS (EC2, RDS, Load Balancers, Route 53).
  • Improved system reliability through debugging, monitoring, and incident resolution.
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment and reduce release friction.
  • Managed various Linux servers across the infrastructure.
  • Created integration systems for trading between custom ERPs and SalesForce.
  • Customized and extended Odoo modules to support business-specific workflows, reporting, and integrations.
  • Administered and maintained Linux servers supporting application infrastructure and deployments.
  • Wrote automation scripts and internal tooling to improve operational efficiency and developer workflows.

Coding with Kids | Coding Instructor | 08/2021 - 07/2022

  • Taught Python fundamentals and programming concepts to students.
  • Designed interactive lessons and small projects to reinforce learning.
  • Helped improve curriculum and student engagement.

Projects

DevelOS preview
Arch Linux / Dev Environment

DevelOS

A custom Arch-based development environment built as a reproducible live ISO with a simple installer. Focused on a fast, minimal desktop setup with curated tools and configs that stay out of the way.

  • Arch Linux
  • dwm
  • Shell
  • QEMU
Window Manager preview
Python / Window Managers

Tiling Window Manager

Under Active Development

A Python X11 window manager built with the intention on eventually replacing my current desktop environment/window manager and better understand how X11 works on Linux.

  • Python
  • X11
  • Linux
Order Book Engine preview
C++ / Trading Systems

Order Book Engine

Under Active Development

A C++ order book focused on performance and reliability. Built to strengthen C++ skills and learn GoogleTest.

  • C++20
  • CMake
  • GoogleTest
YouTube Player preview
C++ / TUI

YouTube Audio Player

Terminal program that plays YouTube audio. I made this program solely for personal use. I just wanted to have an easy way to play podcasts or music from my terminal.

  • C++
  • FTXUI
  • Multithreading
Clone Labs preview
Multi-Player Browser Games

Clone Labs

Clone Labs is a collection of multiplayer mini games. The name comes from the fact that none of the games are original and are mostly rip offs of more well known games. The design is similar to Kahoot/Jackbox and was heavily inspired by Kahoot/Jackbox.

  • React
  • Django
  • PostgreSQL

Skills

Languages

  • Python
  • C++
  • JavaScript
  • PHP
  • SQL

Systems & Tools

  • Linux
  • Bash
  • Git
  • SSH
  • MySQL
  • Odoo
  • AWS

Focus Areas

  • Backend Development
  • Linux Systems
  • Systems Programming
  • Performance & Reliability