About

I’ve been writing software with a user-centric, product-driven mindset for over a decade at places like SchoolStatus, Tuft and Needle, and in my current role as the director of software engineering at High School on Sports Illustrated.

I like working on neat things. I’m a full stack developer because I enjoy being able to take an idea, wiggle my fingers a bunch, and create something that makes someone say, “Oh wow, that’s neat."

A short list of neat things I've done:

• Played a pivotal role in building several multi-million dollar startups, joining as early as the second engineer.
• Successfully led engineering teams, overseeing recruitment, mentorship, and performance management.
• Possess deep expertise in Ruby and Rails, alongside comprehensive knowledge required to develop and maintain robust Rails applications.
• Proficient in React and TypeScript, with practical experience using frameworks like Next.js, Gatsby, and Astro.
• Actively engaged in the Mississippi tech community, participating in events and serving as a panel guest.
• Certified AWS Solutions Architect with a proven track record of designing and managing infrastructure for various businesses.

Outside of programming, I'm an avid reader and cyclist. I love craft beer, great food, and stand-up comedy. I live between Brookhaven, Mississippi and San Diego, California with my partner Jonna and our two (soon to be three!) dogs.