Journey
Born and raised in Maracaibo, Venezuela, I moved to Chile, then Canada, and now Taiwan.
Each move shaped how I build software: adapt fast, communicate across cultures, and keep learning.
About me
Hi there, I'm Douglas Mendez, a software engineer from Venezuela, and even more proudly, from Maracaibo. I now live in Taiwan, have spent 10+ years building software, currently work at NVIDIA, and strongly believe in lifelong learning.
I work mostly on backend and systems problems, building software where reliability, performance, and clear architecture are non-negotiable.
Software Engineer at NVIDIA10+ years building software30+ countries exploredMaracucho
How I Work
- Understand system constraints before writing code.
- Simplify architecture to reduce operational load.
- Prioritize observability and outcomes in production.
Why I Write
This blog is my public notebook: practical write-ups, production lessons, and notes I wish I had earlier.
Focus Areas
GoRustK8sCloudDistributed Systems
Beyond Engineering
I'm a systems nerd at heart, but I recharge by traveling. I've explored 30+ countries, and I love discovering new things and new cultures while learning to adapt and think in different ways.