About me
Building software that stands the test of time
I am a full-stack developer with over 15 years of experience building reliable, production-grade software across public safety, e-commerce, and HR and legal compliance industries. My foundation is in PHP and Laravel, where I have architected scalable back-end systems, designed clean APIs, and built platforms that prioritize stability, security, and long-term maintainability. I have worked on software where downtime is not acceptable and compliance is not optional, and that mindset has shaped how I approach every project.
On the front end, I have worked with React and Vue to build intuitive, performant interfaces that serve real business needs. I am comfortable moving between server-side architecture and modern JavaScript frameworks, bridging the gap between infrastructure and user experience. Whether it is optimizing database queries, designing clean component systems, or improving performance and SEO, I focus on building solutions that are both technically sound and practical for the teams who maintain them.
I care deeply about craftsmanship, clarity, and sustainable architecture. Over the years, I have learned that good software is not just about shipping features. It is about making thoughtful decisions that reduce complexity, scale gracefully, and stand the test of time. I bring both experience and perspective to every project, combining modern tooling with hard-earned lessons from building systems that serve real people in high-stakes environments.
Technologies
What I’ve been working with recently
- PHP / Laravel
- Alpine.js / Livewire
- React / Next.js
- Node.js / Express
- Tailwind CSS
- MySQL
- Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- WordPress
Independent work
Terrace Platforms, LLC
In addition to my full-time engineering roles, I run a small professional practice where I design and build custom websites and web applications for clients under the name Terrace Platforms, LLC.
This work keeps me hands-on with modern tools, managing projects end to end and collaborating directly with stakeholders, from discovery and architecture through deployment and long-term support.
It is an extension of what I do professionally: building reliable, scalable systems that solve real business problems.
