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Welcome to Rick Rodriguez’s Website

Hi, I’m Rick Rodriguez—educator, technologist, entrepreneur, and family man. Based in Broward County, Florida, I’ve spent my life cultivating a career that bridges technology and education while staying deeply connected to my community.

Here, you’ll learn about my journey, explore my insights on technology and education, and discover tools like my digital pass application for educators. Let’s make learning and problem-solving accessible to all.

This picture is of me.  I am wearing my FIU shirt and I took the picture in my classroom.

About Me

From Technology to Education

I’ve spent over 22 years in the technology industry, wearing many hats—from developing websites and integrating payment solutions to administering servers. My skill set includes programming languages such as PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Python, and more.

In 2014, I transitioned to a new challenge: education. Today, I’m a certified educator in Computer Science and Business Marketing in Florida. My passion lies in teaching the next generation of technologists while continuing to innovate through personal projects.

Beyond Work

When I’m not teaching or developing new applications, I enjoy family trips, fishing, and boating. I also write about technology and politics on my blog, aiming to make complex topics accessible and document meaningful discussions.

Achievements & Skills

Education & Certifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from Florida International University
  • Certified in Computer Science and Business Marketing (State of Florida)
  • Certified in HTML, CSS, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, and Adobe Design tools (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Skills
  • Proficiency in using Linux/Unix command line for system operations, scripting, and managing server environments.
  • Experience in managing and maintaining server infrastructure, including web servers like Apache and database systems like MySQL.
  • Focused on configuring and managing web servers such as Apache, including tasks like setting up virtual hosts, securing the server, and optimizing performance.
  • Skills related to configuring and managing databases like MySQL, including backup, optimization, and query performance tuning.
  • Expertise in managing a LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP/Python/Perl) for hosting and running web applications.

Values & Community Involvement

Family & Community First

I believe in the importance of the family unit, leading by example, and instilling values such as respect, work ethic, and environmental care.

My family and I actively support the Broadview Park Civic Association, distributing food and gifts during the holidays and participating in county-wide garbage collection initiatives.

Blog

Exploring Technology and More

Dive into my blog, where I share insights on technology, education, and sometimes politics. Whether it’s explaining a technical concept or offering an opinion on a pressing issue, my goal is to inform and engage readers.

Contact Me

Let's Connect

If you have questions, need guidance in technology or education, or want to discuss my blog topics, feel free to reach out. You can contact me via email at rickrod99@gmail.com.

Quick Family View

Below are pictures of me and my family.

An image of fabi during his bday. My oldest son during his birthday.
Danny posing during a visit to New Orleans My youngest son (Danny).
The four of us during a visit to New Orleans just recently. Our family.
This is a picture of my dog spot.  He always sits with mew when I sit outside. My dog Spotty Pipens
The four of us during a trip down to the Marathon in Florida with the ocean in the background. Me, wify, Fabi & Danny.
From left to right: Fabi, Loli, and Danny during a most recent visit to New Orleans. Fabi, Wify, & Danny