Jacob Harris
San Fernando Valley, CA +1 818 359 1075 [email protected] hackatoa.com LinkedIn GitHub
Summary

Developer and homelab enthusiast based in California. I build and self-host everything — from browser games and real-time multiplayer apps to a full home server stack running Matrix, mail, DNS, and reverse proxies on bare metal. I enjoy the full stack: frontend, backend, infrastructure, and the Linux layer underneath it all.

Projects
Homelab Infrastructure

Full self-hosted stack on Proxmox bare metal. Docker host running 20+ services: Matrix/Synapse, Jitsi, Home Assistant with voice pipeline, Stalwart mail server, NPMplus reverse proxy, Pi-hole DNS, WireGuard VPN, Nextcloud. All services behind *.hackatoa.com with wildcard TLS.

Canvas Messenger

Chrome/Firefox extension for cross-campus encrypted messaging via Canvas LMS. Node.js relay backend with WebRTC signaling — worked around platform restrictions to enable real-time communication between students.

Work Experience
Logistics Associate — Harbor Freight Tools
October 2024 – Present
  • Managed shipping and receiving, inventory tracking, and warehouse operations
  • Utilized computer systems to process orders and maintain records
  • Assisted with equipment troubleshooting and technical issue resolution
Courier Driver — Superior Couriers and Logistics
October 2023 – March 2024
  • Delivered medical, mail, and packages to businesses, hospitals, and offices
  • Maintained accurate delivery records and adapted to changing routes
Education
B.S. Cybersecurity
University of Advancing Technology
September 2023 – Present
Technical Skills
Languages & Frameworks
JavaScript Node.js Python HTML/CSS SQL
Infrastructure
Linux Docker Proxmox Nginx WireGuard DNS TLS/Certbot Cloudflare
Tools & Platforms
Git/GitHub Firebase VMware Active Directory Microsoft 365 Google Workspace Power BI
Networking
TCP/IP Network troubleshooting Firewall configuration VPN Network protocols IT support
Systems
Windows macOS Android iOS Server virtualization Remote access software
Additional
Soft Skills Attention to detail · Adaptability · Communication · Team collaboration
Languages English (Fluent) · Spanish (Beginner)
Certifications Driver's License · Forklift Certification
Authorization Authorized to work in the US · Willing to relocate within San Fernando Valley