AI Platform Developer & Full-Stack Engineer
Building AI platforms & scalable web applications
Full-stack developer and AI platform engineer specializing in machine learning integration, cross-platform systems, and modern web frameworks. Navy veteran bringing discipline and leadership from high-pressure environments.
About Me
I'm Joshua Hoagland a full stack web developer and AI platform engineer with a strong background in building scalable applications, managing secure systems, and streamlining workflows through automation. Currently contributing to applied AI research, focusing on sensory-motor frameworks and cross-platform integration.
Skilled in modern JavaScript frameworks, backend integration, responsive UI/UX design, and machine learning platform development. As CEO of Tent City Technologies, I've served 300+ clients with custom web apps and IT solutions. My background as a U.S. Navy Veteran and graduate of SEAL BUD/S training brings proven discipline, adaptability, and leadership to fast-paced development environments.
Experience
Highlights based on my resume
AI Research Lab • Sep 2025 – Present
• Built cross-platform integration tools connecting iOS devices with AI systems for sensor data collection and analysis.
• Developed experimental frameworks to train AI systems on new object recognition tasks using multimodal data.
• Designed reproducible environment setups across Apple Silicon and desktop platforms for streamlined deployment.
Tech: PyTorch, Python, iOS sensor APIs, conda, RGB/depth data processing, quaternion transformations.
Coronado, CA • Aug 2016 – Present
• Developed web apps for small businesses, improving client communication and workflow.
• Developed and maintained responsive, accessible websites with JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Svelte.
• Integrated Apple Business Manager with Azure AD to automate identity and license management, cutting manual work.
• Scaled clients' IT systems securely via Node.js backend development and database integrations.
• Supported 300+ clients with technical issues and software optimizations.
Centerra, San Diego, CA • Mar 2024 – May 2025
• Documented and tracked workflows using digital systems, applying principles of agile project management.
• Collaborated with team members to ensure operational efficiency, reinforcing skills in clear communication.
• Adapted quickly to high-pressure environments, strengthening strategic problem-solving skills.
Coronado, CA • Dec 2010 – Dec 2015
• Graduated SEAL/BUD/S training and Search and Rescue Swimmer School.
• Led and trained teams in high-pressure, mission-critical environments, ensuring accountability, safety, and readiness.
• Oversaw sensitive equipment and systems valued at over $300,000 while supporting advanced forensic and tactical instruction.
Skills
Core technologies and tools
Pittsburgh Technical College, Pittsburgh, PA • Aug 2005 – Aug 2007
Consistent, scalable UI using shadcn-svelte and tailwind-variants.
Reliable data flows with Drizzle ORM and Zod validation.
Subtle gradients, glassmorphism, and smooth interactions.
Featured Work
Recent projects and experiments