Carlos W. Mercado

Summary

Full-Stack .NET Developer with experience building web applications, REST APIs, database-driven systems, and responsive user interfaces. Focused on clean architecture, maintainable code, and practical software solutions using modern Microsoft technologies.

Profile

  • .NET Framework 4.7.2 and .NET 6-10 development
  • ASP.NET MVC, Web API, Razor Pages, and Angular
  • SQL Server, Entity Framework Core, and database design
  • Frontend development with Bootstrap, JavaScript, and responsive UI
  • Flutter Android applications
  • Clean Architecture, SDLC, Git, Linux, and scripting workflows

Experience

Web Developer: .NET Technologies and Android Flutter

Dirección General de Información y Tecnologías, Gobierno de la Provincia del Neuquén

Role: Full-stack developer, working on MVC application, from database to front-end, including UX/UI design. With Flutter Android full implementation.

June 2021 - Present

Education

Brigham Young University, Idaho, USA

Bachelor of Science in Software Development
Department of Computer Information Technology

GPA: 3.910 · Career credits: 121/120

January 2020 - April 2026

Cambridge Language English Assessment, University of Cambridge (UK)

FCE, First Certificate in English

Level B2, Score: 175

November 2017

Universidad Nacional del Comahue, Argentina

Mining Technician (Técnico en plantas y análisis de menas)
Faculty of Engineering

GPA: 3.00 (7.0 points in local grading scale)

January 2011 - October 2016

Skills

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Programming/Markup/Query Languages
Frameworks, Platforms and Libraries

Experience building full-stack applications using Microsoft technologies, modern frontend frameworks, and cross-platform mobile tools.

  • .NET
Miscellaneous Tools
  • VS
  • SSMS
Development Practices
  • Clean Architecture and layered application design
  • REST API development with ASP.NET technologies
  • Database modeling, SQL development, and Entity Framework Core
  • Responsive and mobile-first web design
  • Git-based workflows, Agile development, and SDLC practices
  • Automation and scripting using PowerShell and Bash
Professional Skills
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Strong attention to code quality and maintainability
  • Adaptability to new technologies and environments
  • Team collaboration and communication
  • Continuous learning and knowledge sharing

Projects

Here are some of the projects I've worked on.

Open Source

  • DotNet Template: A customizable template for .NET projects, following best practices and clean architecture principles. It includes a basic structure for web applications, APIs, and libraries, with pre-configured settings for testing, logging, and deployment. Repository: https://github.com/carloswm85/dotnet-template-kit

Interests

  • Apart from being a .NET Developer, I enjoy most of my time with family and friends. I like to watch videos about new technology trends and especially those related to the .NET Ecosystem. I'm an avid reader/video consumer of history, science, politics, economics and other related topics.
  • Knowledgeable about Financial Markets/Technical Analysis, Cryptocurrencies, Mining Industry/Geology and related fields and sciences.

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