Guillaume Caron

guil.crn@gmail.com+1 718 581 3551github.com/guy-carNew York, NY

Experience

Full Stack Engineer | Fractal Tech
May 2024 - Present

Built and deployed 15+ full-stack applications using TypeScript, React, Next.js, and PostgreSQL in intensive AI engineering accelerator.

Developed custom AI tools with API integrations and function calling, applying prompt engineering techniques with 5+ PRs/day contribution rate.

Gained production experience with modern toolchains, MCPs (Model Context Protocol), and AI-assisted development through Cursor and real-world startup projects.

Self-Taught Developer | Independent Study
Jan 2024 - May 2024

Dedicated 500+ hours to intensive full-stack development through structured programs including Scrimba's React course and Full Stack Open.

Built multiple applications: password generator, language translator, Chrome extension, unit converter.

Developed proficiency in asynchronous JavaScript, responsive design, and API integration with modern tooling.

Operations & Systems Specialist | New York Insight Meditation Center
Mar 2024 - Nov 2024

Reduced operational overhead by 25% through software audits and vendor realignment during transitional phase.

Optimized Salesforce CRM processes and implemented AV systems for hybrid event delivery.

Created internal documentation and knowledge transfer systems for sustainable operations.

Cinematographer & Producer | Film Industry (NYC)
2013 - 2021

Led 100+ film and video projects from pitch to delivery with budgets up to $2M.

Translated creative goals into technical execution plans while managing cross-functional teams under tight deadlines.

Developed problem-solving skills balancing creativity with real-world constraints and evolving requirements.

Strategic Procurement | Havas & PSA Peugeot Citroën
2011 - 2013

Contributed to $100K+ annual cost savings through vendor consolidation and process optimization.

Built KPI dashboards and presentations for C-level executive review.

Tech Stack

Frontend:
React — Next.js — TypeScript — Tailwind CSS — JavaScript ES6+
Backend:
Node.js — PostgreSQL — Express — Elysia — REST APIs — SQL/NoSQL
AI & Tools:
Vercel AI SDK — Vector Search — AWS S3/SST — GitHub Actions — Git
Auth:
Better-Auth — 0Auth — Supabase — NextAuth
Deployment:
Docker — Vercel — Render — Netlify

Education

Next.js App Router Fundamentals | Professional Certification
2025
Certified Mindfulness Teacher | Mindfulness Training Institute, Berkeley, CA
2023
Master's in International Purchasing & Management | KEDGE Business School, France
2011 - 2013
Bachelor's in Commerce & Supply Chain Management | Rouen Business School, France
2008 - 2011