ABOUT

I look for ridgeline where logic meets imagination. Code, for me, is both puzzle and paintbrush and something I use to build tools, games, and experiences that connect people to ideas and each other. I love learning new frameworks as each one expands my view, adds color to my craft, and reminds me why I'm here: to keep building, keep exploring, and keep growing.

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TOOLS OF THE TRADE

I build with tools that scale, adapt, and shape meaningful experiences. Each one has taught me something different: performance, design, logic, struggle, and joy. This is the stack behind the story.

  • JavaScript JavaScript The lifeblood of the web. I use it to bring pixels to life and make buttons do backflips (figuratively...mostly).
  • Python Python My go-to for logic-heavy lifting. It's like writing poetry that complies. Graceful, clean, and sometimes too chill.
  • Flask Flask A micro-framework for Python that's perfect for building APIs. Lightweight but mighty. I reach for Flask when I want to whip up a backend without the bloat allowing me to focus on the essentials.
  • Figma Figma Where my pixels get planned. I use it like a digital sketchpad to prototype, design, and explain ideas without single line of code.
  • HTML HTML The bones and skeleton of every webpage I build. Not flashy, but foundational. HTML gives everything a place to belong.
  • CSS CSS The wardrobe stylist of my projects. CSS turns structure into style. Sometimes a puzzle, but always a canvas.
  • React React Where I sculpt dynamic interfaces with reusable Lego blocks. Great for thinking in components and breaking problems into bite-sized pieces.
  • Node.js Node.js The best behind-the-scenes magician. It lets me run JavaScript on the server, giving the projects a full-stack flair.
  • Dart Dart Sleek and fast. Dart is what I learned to reach for when building beautiful mobile applications that feel native but code once.
  • Flutter Flutter Like painting on glass. I use it to build beautiful, cross-platform applications with a single codebase and a lot of flair.
  • Java Java A bit more strict and serious, but solid. Like wearing a suit to a logic party. Used when I need to build things enterprise-grade.
  • Swift Swift The elegant language behind iOS magic. Feels like writing in prose, but your code runs on your phone.
  • WordPress WordPress I use it when speed matters and I need to build powerful websites fast. Surprisngly versatile when treated with care.
  • TypeScript TypeScript This is JavaScript with a safety net. I get type safety, better tooling, and fewer facepalms during bug hunts.
  • Tailwind Tailwind A utility-first wonderland. I write fewer lines and spend less time naming things, which is half the battle.
  • Three.js Three.js For those moments when flat screens aren't enough. Three.js helps me bring 3D to the browser and make the web a little more magical.
  • C# CSharp A language I treat like a secret weapon: powerful, versatile, and essential when working in Unity.
  • Godot Engine Godot Engine My favorite game engine for turning imagination into interaction. GDScript feels like Python with a level editor which is perfect for building worlds where logic and play shake hands.
  • Selenium Selenium My automated web detective. Selenium clicks, types, and scrolls exactly as a user would, so I can make sure everything works without needing a thousand browser tabs open.
  • Git Git My version control superhero. Git helps me manage changes, collaborate with others, and keep my projects organized.
  • GitHub GitHub My collaborative coding platform. GitHub helps me share my projects, contribute to open source, and work with others seamlessly.

RECENT WORK

STACI'S PROMISE FOUNDATION

Full WordPress build (Bronze Award, 48in48). Led Ux/UI and site architecture, implemented donations, forms & newsletter, and mentored non-technical teammates.

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ZEN~SOUL TRAVELS WEBSITE

UX/UI + full site build (Silver Award, 48in48). Designed a calming but bold, travel brand experience with accessible components.

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Portfolio Project 3

FROM CODE BLOCKS TO PIXEL POPS.

There's a certain magic in watching logic come to life. I'm drawn to projects of every flavor, from the deeply technical to the vividly visual, but the ones that marry both worlds hold a special place for me. They remind me that software can be about something you see, shape, and also feel.

ANTIPODE

Antipode is a tool that allows you to find the exact point on the Earth's surface diametrically opposite to any given location, as if you could dig a tunnel straight through the Earth's core.

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ATLAS QUEST

Game engineering. Awards: Best Creative Concept & Create for Impact (Endless Foundation). Built systems, levels, and UI.

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CODE MORE, FEAR LESS.

FLAGSHIP

Fun and educational webgame challenging players to identify country flags within 90 seconds built with Python, Flask, and the Wikipedia API.

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STOCHASTICITY

Interactive web application blending biology-inspired images and concepts with randomization. Created to explore Python, Flask, JavaScript, and AJAX.

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