About
Hi, I'm César E. Benavides — a design engineer & software architect. I'm originally from Mexico, currently based in Austin, Texas.
I build things for the web. Mostly with React, Next.js, and TypeScript. I care about clean interfaces, fast load times, and code that doesn't make the next person cry.
When I'm not in my office furiously trying to fix bugs on a deadline, I'm strength training, playing video games, tinkering with IoT devices, or eating too much at restaurants with my girlfriend.
I update this site with things I learn about tech and web development. If you find it interesting, great. If not, that's okay too.
Experience
Agent.ai
May 2025 - PresentBuilding AI-powered products with Next.js, React, Zustand, and Stripe.
Ada Diamonds
Jan 2023 - Jan 2025Led migration from WooCommerce/Squarespace to modern headless stack with Next.js, Sanity, Supabase, and Stripe.
SDQ Creative
Mar 2020 - PresentStarted after the pandemic. Contract development studio serving clients including Hallmark, T3, XUP, Ada Diamonds, and SAS Shoes.
Noisy Trumpet Communications
Mar 2018 - Jan 2023Led team of developers building headless WordPress websites using agile methodologies.