I started Waking Web as a front facing identity for my freelance projects in 2009. Since well before then, I've been designing and developing websites with a focus on web standards and usability. Most of these solutions result in custom content management systems built with Ruby on Rails. I have a growing list of happy clients by consistently creating beautiful websites that are focused, easy to navigate, and a joy to use.Skills/Technologies used:* Ruby on Rails* HTML5, CSS3, Javascript, Haml, SASS, Coffeescript* Git, AmazonS3, Heroku* Custom content management systems* UX Design / Implementation

Joining the agency as a Senior Developer, I was initially front-end focused on integrating custom analytics and data tracking for a large automotive company. I would eventually lead teams of developers in creating reusable CMS-integrated modules and custom components for automotive, healthcare, global consulting firms. I advised on technical strategies, reviewed and contributed to the code on a daily basis, and helped architect solutions to bring creative experiences to life.Skills/Technologies used:* HTML5, CSS3, SASS, Javascript/ES6* React, Node.js, NPM, Yarn, Gulp, Babel, Webpack* Sitecore, Adobe Experience Manager, Sitefinity* Adobe DTM, Google Analytics* Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence, Hipchat, Slack* Teamcity, Jenkins, Reliam, Apigee

Working remotely for Ideal Project Group I contributed to a large Ruby on Rails web app used to manage details for 17,000 parks and campgrounds across North America. I updated complex business logic to streamline the workflow of reps and admins, and turned a UX design into a full-stack solution for customer's to set up and customize their own payment plans.Skills/Technologies used:* Ruby, Rails, HTML5, CSS3, Javascript, SASS, Coffeescript* Backbone.js, Marionette, Handlebars.js* Git, CodeClimate, Semaphore, Airbrake, EngineYard* UX Implementation* API Integration

Planning, programming, and maintaining the code base essential to the function of the Columbia College Chicago websites and applications. Collaboration with clients, stakeholders, creative services, and the web development team to advance the college’s communication goals. This included a full redesign and launch of the main public facing website, as well as several web sites for special programs and events.Skills/Technologies used:* PHP, CodeIgniter, XML, XSLT* HTML5, CSS3, SASS, Javascript* UX Implementation* API Integration

Crafting innovative web applications to assist organizations with their Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance; PHI website redesign, Project management, Direct client communications, Server administration, E-learning presentations, Corporate newsletters, Technical support for desktop and web applications.Worked directly with corporate clients to develop Document and Information management systems. Maintained entire LAMP stack and developed custom PHP framework from scratch. Also designed professional Environment, Health & Safety newsletters for our corporate clients. Clients include: Ford, US Army, Volvo, Mack Truck, Severstal, Macsteel, and Subaru.Skills/Technologies used:* PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, Javascript* Photoshop, Flash, Actionscript* UX Design / Implementation