I am a fullstack web developer specializing in Django and React. I have a professional background in education, and for the last six years, I have operated my own tutoring and academic support service. During that time, I have built multiple software tools with Django and React that directly support both my business and my students. I am seeking a position as a fullstack developer where I can leverage my problem-solving and programming skills and experience in education.
Verblox is a daily word puzzle game designed to challenge your vocabulary and puzzle-solving skills. Developed as a React web application utilizing TypeScript and Firebase, it offers an interactive and dynamic gaming experience with features such as drag-and-drop and touch functionalities for a user-friendly interface.
This is a simple React app for a restaurant landing page and reservation system. I built this as part of the Capstone project for the Meta Front-End Developer Specialization on Coursera.
Ace It! is an online test prep platform for middle and high school aged students. Currently, Ace It! offers full length practice tests for students preparing for the Upper Level SSAT.
Tutor tracker, a business managment solution for self-employed tutors, was built with Django REST Framework and React. The software allows tutors to maintain student records, schedule appointments, and monitor and manage customer balances and payments.
This online store was built with React consuming a Django REST Framework API and is hosted on Digital Ocean's App Platform with a PostgreSQL instance. It integrates the Stripe API to handle payments. Use card number 4242 4242 4242 4242 to try out the full purchase and payment process.
I've spent my professional career in education - teaching Latin and running a tutoring service over the last ten years. At this point, I am ready to make a career change and join the world of software development. I am versatile, a quick study, eager to learn, and I welcome the opportunity to share how I might be able to contribute to your project and team.
In addition to programming, I love making and listening to music. I am a huge fan of the Rolling Stones. And, most importantly, by my side, you'll always find my trusty companion, Lester the Bulldog. Lester is nine years old. He loves going to the park, chasing waves at the beach, and, of course, eating and sleeping.