Frontend
Understanding React Hooks: Why They Exist and How to Use Them Effectively
React Hooks are a core part of modern React development, enabling state management and lifecycle behavior within functio...
Luis Villalón
2025-01-19
8 min read
"Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve."
- Napoleon Hill
About Me
I am a fourth-year Computer Science undergraduate student at San Diego State University with experience in full-stack development and a growing focus on DevOps and agentic AI systems. I am passionate about serving the public through building digital applications that strengthen communities and improve productivity.
Experience
AI110 | Foundations of AI Engineering
CodePath
Jun 2026 - Aug 2026
Trained in AI-assisted software engineering, applying AI-driven development techniques and the evaluation of AI-generated code to build and evaluate intelligent software systems.
Tech: RAG, Agentic workflows, Machine Learning, Data structures, Algorithms
Outreach Chair
ColorStack
Jan 2026 - Present
Lead recruitment strategy and digital presence while building partnerships with industry professionals and campus organizations to drive member growth and connect members with career opportunities
Tech: Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Networking, Community
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
San Diego State University
Aug 2025 - May 2027
Tech: Python, C, C++, Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Systems, Computer Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Operating Systems
Tech Stack
Featured Projects
Responsive
Task Master
Full-stack web application for a user to manage and visualize tasks.
Tech: Next.js, React.js TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, RESTful CRUD Operations
Agentic Abstraction for Chip Engineering (ACEE)
Agentic pipeline to create visual and interactive diagrams from chip design code.
Tech: LangGraph, FastAPI, Pydantic, GraphViz API, Next.js, AWS Bedrock, S3, EC2
NutriNav AI
A genetic pipeline designed to create nutritionally accurate, safe, and customizable meal plans tailored to a user's specific needs.
Tech: LangGraph, FastAPI, Pydantic, GraphViz API, Next.js, AWS Bedrock, S3, EC2
Latest Blog Posts
Career Dev
Innovation 4 SDSU — My First Hackathon Experience and What I Learned
My first hackathon experience took place at the Innovation 4 SDSU Hackathon, hosted by CTRL. I walked in with little ide...
Luis Villalón
2025-11-15
10 min read
Career Dev
SHPE National Conference 2025: My Experience and the Guide I Wish I Had
Attending the SHPE National Conference 2025 was one of the most meaningful experiences of my undergraduate years. As a c...
Luis Villalón
2025-11-09
10 min read