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Core Technologies

  • TypeScript/JavaScript
  • HTML5/Semantic Markup
  • CSS3/Modern CSS
  • Node.js
  • React
  • Next.js

Frameworks & Tools

  • Tailwind/CSS-in-JS
  • Storybook/Pattern Libraries
  • Jest/Mocha/Cypress
  • Webpack/Vite
  • Claude/Amazon Q
  • Docker/ECS

Specializations

  • Design Systems
  • Accessibility (a11y)
  • Performance Optimization
  • Responsive Design
  • SEO Best Practices
  • Automated Delivery

Architecture & Methods

  • Modular Components
  • Clear API Boundaries
  • Quality and Standards
  • Cloud Services (AWS)
  • Experimentation
  • CI/CD Test and Delivery

Employment

ITpipesFeb 2026 - Present

TypeScript, Next.js, React, Node.js, Modern Frontend Architecture, Pattern Libraries (Mantine, Atomic Design), Responsive Development, Modern CSS (Grid, Flex), Semantic HTML5, Accessibility, CSS-in-JS, Tailwind, Unit Testing (Vite), Integration Testing (Playwright), Build Tools (Vite), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), Cloud Services (AWS Lambda, Fargate), Docker, CI/CD, Mentoring, Technical Leadership, ASP.Net

IMDb (Amazon Subsidiary)June 2016 - Jan 2026

TypeScript, Next.js, React, Node.js, Modern Frontend Architecture, Pattern Libraries (MUI, Atomic Design), Responsive Development, Modern CSS (Grid, Flex, Container Queries), Semantic HTML5, Accessibility, CSS-in-JS, Tailwind, Storybook, Unit Testing (Jest, Mocha), Integration Testing (Cypress, Puppeteer, Cucumber), Build Tools (Webpack, Vite), SEO Optimization, Performance Optimization, Cloud Services (AWS Lambda, Fargate), GraphQL, Docker, CI/CD, Mentoring, Technical Leadership, Ruby, Java, Python

GrouponApr 2015 - June 2016

CSS3 (Sass, Stylus), HTML5, JavaScript, CoffeeScript, Pattern Library, Unit Testing (Mocha, Jasmine), Responsive Development, Semantic Markup, Accessibility, Git, Build Tooling (Gulp, Webpack), Template Generation (Handlebars, Hogan), Atomic Design, Integration Testing

GraingerApr 2014 - April 2015

Kaplan Inc.Sep 2013 - Apr 2014

  • UX Developer
  • Project: Qualified

Sears HoldingsApr 2013 - Aug 2013

  • UX Developer
  • Shop Sears / IR Labs

Perdoceo Education CorporationJun 2012 - May 2013

AlphaMetrix, LLC Jan 2009 - May 2012

  • Graphic Designer

Education

Columbia College Chicago Sep 2007 - May 2011

  • BA: Interactive Arts & Media
  • Focus: UI/UX, Web, Human Computer Interaction

Projects

IMDb Consumer Site ModernizationJan 2013 - Present

  • IMDb Project

Led the architectural transformation of IMDb's legacy Java monolith into a modern, responsive platform. Engineered shared design patterns enabling seamless migration of 100+ unique page types to a fully accessible, SEO-optimized stack (IMDbNext). Implemented comprehensive solutions for diverse product requirements across the platform.

IMDbNext Jan 2014 - Present

  • IMDb Platform

Architected and deployed one of the internet's largest Next.js implementations, serving 399k+ page views per minute. Established robust CI/CD pipeline supporting 60+ engineers with 4+ daily deployments. Optimized performance and scalability across the platform.

PLAID Pattern Library Jan 2013 - Present

  • IMDb Library

Spearheaded development of IMDb's Pattern Library for Atomic Interface Design (PLAID). Led cross-functional collaboration with design and engineering teams to establish comprehensive design system standards and implementation guidelines.

GIG2.0Nov 2015 - Jan 2016

  • Groupon Project

Architected and implemented a unified pattern library powering Groupon's consumer-facing platforms. Established core design system foundations across multiple business verticals to ensure consistent user experience.

Grainger Visual UpdateMay 2014 - Sep 2014

  • Grainger Project

Spearheaded the visual modernization initiative for Grainger's digital platform. Streamlined and standardized design patterns across the browse experience.

Qualified Pattern LabJan 2014 - Mar 2014

  • Kaplan University

Created the Pattern Library and display patterns for the Qualified application.