Certificate of Science and Software

Hello there, my name is

Andrew García Jean

I want to combine my background in biology with software development to support the scientific community through my code. I’m currently looking for my first professional opportunity.

About Me

  • BSc in Biology

  • MSc in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics

  • Self-learning in Software Development

Academic Background

I hold a Bachelor’s in Biology and a Master’s in Bioinfor­­matics and Biosta­­tistics, where I worked on research projects ranging from entomological data analysis to clinical trials. This experience made me feel at ease working across different biological contexts.

Transition to Software

After completing my Master’s, I decided to shift into software development. Coming from a biological background, I had a lot to learn, not only about programming, but also about things like hardware, operating systems and even typing efficiency. Then, I focused on web development, covering version control, frontend and backend fundamentals and the application development process. Now I don't think like a biologist smashing keys, I think like a developer.

Strong Point

I have both an analytical and a creative side. I’ve always had strong analytical skills, especially in understanding how things work. At the same time, I enjoy building things. I’ve explored music, writing, drawing and game design. Each of them has challenged me to learn quickly, adapt, and turn ideas into actual projects.

Current Goal

I’m now seeking remote opportunities where I can apply my scientific background and technical skills to real bioinformatics problems. Remote work allows me to collaborate efficiently while maintaining the independence that have shaped my learning path.

Skills

Bioinformatics

  • Biology Fundamentals
    Genetics, microbiology, botany, zoology, cytology, physiology, ecology, biochemistry.
  • Statistical Analysis
    Descriptive and inferential statistics; univariate, multivariate and survival analysis.
  • Genomics & Molecular Analysis
    Sequencing data analysis (FASTQ/FASTA), microarray analysis, molecular docking, computational omics.
  • Machine Learning
    Neural networks, decision trees, random forests, SVMs.
  • Scientific Method & Research
    Hypothesis formulation, experimental design, protocol optimization, data validation, reproducibility practices.

Software Development

  • HTML
    Semantic HTML5, accessibility (ARIA), meta tags, SEO optimization, forms and validation, responsive media handling.
  • CSS
    Flexbox, Grid, animations, anchor positioning, container queries, advanced selectors, custom properties, CSS functions.
  • JavaScript
    ES6, DOM, events, fetch, JSON.
  • Python
    Backend, Django, OOP, testing, scientific libraries (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy).
  • Databases
    SQL, MongoDB, query optimization, CRUD.
  • Version Control
    Git, GitHub, GitLab, branching (reset, rebase, cherry-pick), merging, pull request, workflows.
  • Other Tools & Languages
    Bash, R, Lua.

Soft Skills

  • Autonomy in Problem Solving
    Nothing gives me more satisfaction than tackling a problem on my own and finding a solution independently.
  • Meticulous Attention to Detail
    My rigor has allowed me to achieve excellent results in Mathematics, Statistics, and later in Biostatistics.
  • Cross-Disciplinary Learning Agility
    I love exploring two vast worlds, such as Biology and Computer Science, and I enjoy even more applying knowledge from one to the other.

Projects

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  • No-JS Portfolio

    Immersive portfolio with illustrations of a filing cabinet and a diploma
    • HTML
    • CSS

    No-JS portfolio built as a challenge using modern CSS instead for rich interactivity with self-made illustrations.

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