Javier (Andrew) Garcia

Builder. Tech Optimist. Lifestyle Enthusiast.

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About

Hi, I'm Javier, though I prefer Andrew! My passion lies in creating things that make people's lives better.

Currently, I work as a Software Engineer at Solo, where I develop solutions that make legal help accessible to anyone facing debt collection lawsuits.

I'm also the founder of Education Academy, where I've pioneered hundreds of solutions that democratize learning for thousands across Texas, including partnering with the largest math and science organizations in Texas.

Beyond my professional work, I'm interested in plant-based bodybuilding, gaming, English bulldogs, electronic music, anime, and constant learning. Thanks for visiting!

Ventures

  • Education Academy

    Co-Founder/CEO · (2020-present)

    Founded Education Academy as a custom solution for UIL/TMSCA (drawing on my competitive math background) and evolved into a comprehensive AI-powered educational platform. Now partnered with 300+ Texas schools, our platform offers gamified learning, virtual competitions, and AI grading, all achieved without external fundraising.

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  • TLC Time Clock

    Full Stack Developer · (2019)

    Sold a web app to a local chain of small businesses to provide a time clock solution for their growing enterprise. My solution was the first to combine facial and thumb print recognition, GPS tracking, and payroll integration, all for a fraction of the cost of competitors.

Highlights

Experience

  • Solo (formerly SoloSuit), Software Engineer (2024-present) - developing software solutions that help people respond to debt collection lawsuits, making legal help accessible to everyone.
  • COGNISENSE AI, Lead Product Designer (2020) - led a team in designing and launching a wireless infrared camera system, addressing key market gaps in the manufacturing industry.
  • Northrop Grumman, Systems Engineering Intern (2018) - wrote Javascript scripts to automate the system engineering teams interal processes
  • TLC Pharmacy, Java Developer (2017) - made a desktop app to manage financial data

Education

Stanford University (2016-present)

M.S. in Computer Science (2024-present) (AI Track): 4.03/4.00 GPA

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (2016-2020) (Dynamic Systems & Controls) with a Minor in Computer Science: 3.73/4.00 GPA

  • Freshman RA - Rinconada
  • Phi Kappa Psi - Historian
  • Stanford UAV Club - Public Outreach Officer

Achievements

TMSCA Top Gun Award: Best overall math and science student in Texas (2015 & 2016)

  • Highest calculator score record holder

Projects

  • Alexa-controlled stovetop knob – a group of mechanical engineers and I built a voice-controlled stovetop knob with a fire detection and prevention system to decrease the number of home fires and increase kitchen accessibility for our senior capstone project.
  • Woodworking CNC – needed a way to machine intricate designs into wood, so I built a CNC machine from scratch.
  • Silversmithing - I enjoy casting intricate jewelry, blending wood and metal, for friends and family after taking a course at Stanford.

Skills

Programming Languages

TypeScript

JavaScript

Ruby on Rails

Python

SQL

Technologies & Tools

Next.js

React

Tailwind

Flask

Node.js

Express

Cypress

Selenium

Jest

Docker

AWS

GCP

Supabase

REST

HTML

CSS

Bash

Latex

Git

PyTorch

TensorFlow

YOLO

Soft Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Teamwork

Collaboration

Cold Outreach

Communication

Adaptability

Time Management

Mentoring

Empathy

Resilience

Negotiation

Conflict Resolution

Decision Making

Public Speaking