Contact
- Phone: (269) 845-8328
- Email: rribeiro_leite@hotmail.com
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drigorleite
- GitHub: github.com/drigorleite
- Portfolio: rodrigoleitedev.com
- Work Eligibility: OPT-ready (F1 visa) — available full-time from Dec 2025
Why Hire Me?
I don’t just learn — I build. I’ve led real software projects like TRX (iOS/Web), combining design thinking, authentication systems, and live tournament features. I thrive solving bugs I’ve never seen before, especially when integrating real-time databases like Firebase.
I work in English, think in code, and bring strong problem-solving and diplomatic leadership to every collaboration. I believe in clear communication, shared wins, and delivering fast, usable, and scalable results.
Core Competencies
Frontend Development
- HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), Tailwind CSS
- Responsive & Mobile-First Design
- SwiftUI (iOS), React (learning), TypeScript (basic)
- UI Prototyping with Canva
Tech Stack & Tools
- Firebase Auth, Firestore, Firebase Functions
- Node.js & Express (Foundations), MongoDB (past)
- Git & GitHub, WordPress & Elementor
Professional Edge
- Structured legal logic → clean, scalable code
- Diplomatic team leader and clear communicator
- Fluent in technical English – studied and built entirely in English
- Quick learner with hands-on delivery mindset
Professional Experience
Project Lead & Developer – TRX: Tennis Ranking App
SwiftUI + Firebase | iOS/Web | Team Project
- Leading development and architecture of TRX across platforms
- Built dynamic ranking system, bracket generation, and user auth (Google, Apple, Email)
- Collaborating with Android dev; managing feature planning and weekly syncs
Frontend Developer – Racquet Finder
JavaScript, Netlify | Tennis gear tool
- Built real-time racquet filter based on goals and budget
- Focused on clean form logic, CTA placement, and mobile responsiveness
- Deployed on Netlify for public use
Frontend Developer – Timecash App
JS + CSS | Payment calculator
- Developed a time-to-cash calculator for freelancers
- Created exportable receipts and modular layout
- Focused on UX and simplicity
Web Designer & Developer – Personal Portfolio
rodrigoleitedev.com
- Created SEO-optimized, multi-page website to showcase skills and services
- Custom-coded with HTML, CSS, JS and deployed via GitHub
- Continuously improved since early 2023
Education
Associate in Applications Development
Lake Michigan College, MI
Frontend + application logic
Bachelor in IT Management
Anhembi Morumbi University, Brazil
Systems thinking +
business insight
Law School
Damásio University, Brazil
Criminal law + data
protection
Law School
FMU – Faculdades Metropolitanas Unidas, Brazil
Legal
foundations
Certifications
- PCEP – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
- Advanced Python (Udemy)
- Responsive Web Design – freeCodeCamp
- CSS: Building Responsive Layouts
- Statistics with Python
- PostgreSQL / SQL with MySQL
- UX Writing: Writing for Users
- WordPress: Elementor
- AI: Exploring Artificial Intelligence
Languages
- Portuguese – Native
- English – Fluent (Technical + Conversational)
- Spanish – Limited Working Proficiency
