Hi, my name is Joseph Breidinger
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FaceTrace is a web app I built to practice full-stack fundamentals. It lets users input image URLs and automatically detects and traces the faces within them. Built with React.js, Node.js, and PostgreSQL, and supported by libraries like bcrypt, cors, knex, and tachyons, this project was both a fun challenge and a great learning experience. Try it out yourself — see how many faces you can trace!

This is a lightweight AI workout assistant I helped build as my final Fullstack Academy group capstone project. Creating this app challenged me to integrate front-end design with back-end logic, experiment with APIs, and strengthen my understanding of how different technologies work together. I focused on writing clean, efficient code, improving my problem-solving approach, and exploring how AI can be applied in practical projects. It was all about pushing myself to learn, adapt, and grow as a developer while turning an idea into a working product.

This was a project to showcase my ability to use React. It is a functional client I built for the Book Buddy API. The app connects to a catalog of books where logged-in users can reserve or return titles. This project was a great exercise in React.js and front-end routing, giving me hands-on practice with building user flows and managing state across components.

I completed the University of Michigan College of Engineering Fullstack Immersive Program, an intensive experience that strengthened my skills across the entire tech stack. From front-end design to back-end architecture, the program gave me a solid foundation in modern web development and the confidence to tackle complex projects.

I’m excited to share that I achieved my goal and officially earned my CompTIA Security+ certification. This journey was about more than checking a box — it pushed me to deepen my understanding, sharpen my skills, and stay committed to continuous improvement. I’m looking forward to applying this knowledge to help build secure, reliable systems and to continue growing in both the near and distant future.