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I am an innovative software engineer with over 6 years of experience building web applications, automation workflows, and scalable MVPs. I excel in no-code/low-code integrations (Glide, Bubble, Airtable, AppSheet) and have strong foundations in Python, JavaScript, and SaaS architecture. I focus on data security and privacy, and I enjoy translating complex spreadsheet logic into production-ready web platforms.\n\nI thrive in pre-launch teams under tight deadlines and handling high-sensitivity projects. I've led end-to-end MVPs, delivered branded front-end experiences using Glide and React, and connected apps to external platforms like Kajabi and Genially for training content. I'm comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams and documenting modular setups to support long-term scalability.…I am an innovative software engineer with over 6 years of experience building web applications, automation workflows, and scalable MVPs. I excel in no-code/low-code integrations (Glide, Bubble, Airtable, AppSheet) and have strong foundations in Python, JavaScript, and SaaS architecture. I focus on data security and privacy, and I enjoy translating complex spreadsheet logic into production-ready web platforms.\n\nI thrive in pre-launch teams under tight deadlines and handling high-sensitivity projects. I've led end-to-end MVPs, delivered branded front-end experiences using Glide and React, and connected apps to external platforms like Kajabi and Genially for training content. I'm comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams and documenting modular setups to support long-term scalability.

Foster Gorman

Full Stack Developer, Web Developer, Programmer, +4

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I am an innovative software engineer with over 6 years of experience building web applications, automation workflows, and scalable MVPs. I excel in no-code/low-code integrations (Glide, Bubble, Airtable, AppSheet) and have strong foundations in Python, JavaScript, and SaaS architecture. I focus on data security and privacy, and I enjoy translating complex spreadsheet logic into production-ready web platforms.\n\nI thrive in pre-launch teams under tight deadlines and handling high-sensitivity projects. I've led end-to-end MVPs, delivered branded front-end experiences using Glide and React, and connected apps to external platforms like Kajabi and Genially for training content. I'm comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams and documenting modular setups to support long-term scalability.…I am an innovative software engineer with over 6 years of experience building web applications, automation workflows, and scalable MVPs. I excel in no-code/low-code integrations (Glide, Bubble, Airtable, AppSheet) and have strong foundations in Python, JavaScript, and SaaS architecture. I focus on data security and privacy, and I enjoy translating complex spreadsheet logic into production-ready web platforms.\n\nI thrive in pre-launch teams under tight deadlines and handling high-sensitivity projects. I've led end-to-end MVPs, delivered branded front-end experiences using Glide and React, and connected apps to external platforms like Kajabi and Genially for training content. I'm comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams and documenting modular setups to support long-term scalability.

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I am an innovative software engineer with over 6 years of experience building web applications, automation workflows, and scalable MVPs. I excel in no-code/low-code integrations (Glide, Bubble, Airtable, AppSheet) and have strong foundations in Python, JavaScript, and SaaS architecture. I focus on data security and privacy, and I enjoy translating complex spreadsheet logic into production-ready web platforms.\n\nI thrive in pre-launch teams under tight deadlines and handling high-sensitivity projects. I’ve led end-to-end MVPs, delivered branded front-end experiences using Glide and React, and connected apps to external platforms like Kajabi and Genially for training content. I’m comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams and documenting modular setups to support long-term scalability.

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Work Experience

Senior Full Stack Developer at Work & Co

October 1, 2023 - Present

Led the full development lifecycle of a high-traffic marketplace platform inspired by Alibaba, working from requirements gathering to production deployment. Built a React and Next.js front-end with reusable components featuring dynamic product listings, search filters, and interactive product pages. Designed Node.js backend APIs for user authentication, product catalog, and order processing. Integrated Stripe and PayPal with fraud detection for secure transactions. Architected a PostgreSQL schema optimized for millions of product records using indexes and caching. Implemented JWT-based authentication with role-based access control. Ensured mobile-first responsive design and deployed on AWS with Docker and automated CI/CD pipelines. Conducted load and stress testing to ensure stability under high traffic. Addressed performance bottlenecks by implementing server-side pagination and query indexing, reducing page load times significantly.

Full Stack Engineer at Thoughtworks

July 1, 2023 - August 14, 2025

Developed custom e-commerce solutions for retail clients using Alibaba-style UI/UX principles to improve navigation and product discovery. Built Vue.js and React front-end applications linked to Node.js microservices handling inventory, orders, and payments. Integrated MongoDB and PostgreSQL with optimized indexing to enhance search performance. Created real-time admin dashboards for sellers; implemented multi-language and multi-currency support. Configured OAuth for single sign-on and integrated payments via Braintree and custom merchant APIs. Automated deployments using Jenkins and AWS CodePipeline. Collaborated with designers to deliver pixel-perfect, mobile-optimized experiences. Reduced cart abandonment by 38% through asynchronous payment API calls and front-end loading states.

Software Developer at 8th Light

September 1, 2019 - August 14, 2025

Built responsive React front-end components integrated with Node.js APIs for an early-stage e-commerce prototype. Designed MySQL database schemas for products, categories, and user orders. Developed secure authentication using JWT and bcrypt password hashing. Implemented Stripe payment processing and server-side form validations to prevent fraudulent orders. Optimized queries and API endpoints to improve load times by over 2 seconds. Created Dockerized environments for developer onboarding. Deployed MVP to Heroku with continuous integration and conducted unit, integration, and end-to-end testing to ensure stability. Delivered MVP within three weeks using agile sprints and stringent feature prioritization.

Senior Full Stack Developer at Work & Co

October 1, 2023 - Present

Led the full development lifecycle of a high-traffic marketplace platform inspired by Alibaba, driving requirements gathering through to production deployment. Built reusable React and Next.js front-end components for dynamic product listings, search filtering, and interactive product pages. Designed Node.js back-end APIs managing user authentication, product catalog, and orders. Integrated payment gateways including Stripe and PayPal with fraud detection. Architected a PostgreSQL database handling millions of products with performance optimizations like indexing and caching. Implemented JWT authentication with role-based access control for diverse user roles. Ensured the platform was mobile-first and responsive across devices. Managed deployment on AWS using Docker and automated CI/CD with GitHub Actions. Conducted load and stress testing addressing peak traffic bottlenecks, reduced page load times significantly by implementing server-side pagination and query indexing.

Full Stack Engineer at Thoughtworks

July 31, 2023 - August 14, 2025

Developed custom e-commerce solutions for retail clients incorporating Alibaba-style UI/UX for intuitive navigation and product discovery. Created Vue.js and React applications interfacing with Node.js microservices handling inventory, order, and payments. Managed MongoDB and PostgreSQL databases with optimized indexes for faster filtering and search. Delivered real-time admin dashboards enabling sellers to manage products and customer queries. Implemented multi-language and multi-currency support for international markets. Configured OAuth for single sign-on and integrated various payment systems including Braintree and custom APIs. Automated deployments using Jenkins and AWS CodePipeline ensuring rapid release cycles. Collaborated with UI/UX designers to achieve pixel-perfect, mobile-optimized experiences. Addressed checkout cart abandonment by implementing asynchronous payment API calls and front-end loading states, reducing drop-off rates by 38%.

Software Developer at 8th Light

September 30, 2019 - August 14, 2025

Built responsive React front-end components integrated with Node.js APIs for an early-stage e-commerce prototype. Designed MySQL database schemas covering products, categories, and user orders. Developed secure authentication using JWT and bcrypt for password hashing. Integrated Stripe for secure payment processing and implemented server-side validation to prevent fraudulent orders. Optimized queries and API endpoints improving load times by over 2 seconds. Created Dockerized development environments facilitating onboarding. Deployed MVP to Heroku with CI for fast iteration cycles. Conducted comprehensive testing including unit, integration, and end-to-end to ensure pre-launch stability. Managed tight MVP delivery timeline by prioritizing core features using agile sprints, enabling launch in under three weeks without sacrificing stability.

Senior Frontend Developer at Work & Co

October 1, 2023 - Present

Designed and implemented scalable frontend applications with React.js to meet enterprise client needs. Leveraged AI coding tools to accelerate development and prototyping of complex UI features. Developed interactive dashboards with d3.js for real-time analytics visualization. Collaborated with product and design teams to translate requirements into technical solutions. Implemented responsive and accessible UI components following industry best practices. Integrated multiple REST and JSON-API endpoints for seamless data flow. Conducted code reviews and mentored junior developers to maintain coding standards. Built automated testing suites to ensure reliability of frontend modules. Participated in CI/CD pipeline deployment for rapid, reliable software delivery. Monitored frontend performance and optimized rendering for large datasets.

Frontend Software Engineer at Patagonia

July 1, 2023 - October 6, 2025

Built data-driven web applications to improve customer and internal analytics reporting. Developed interactive visualizations to convey sustainability metrics clearly. Applied Ember.js to create modular, maintainable application components. Used AI-assisted prototyping tools to accelerate UI concept testing. Integrated internal and external APIs to support real-time data dashboards. Conducted unit and integration testing to ensure software reliability. Authored technical documentation and frontend best practices. Led code reviews to enforce standards and enhance code quality. Coordinated with QA teams to identify and fix frontend defects. Optimized UI performance across devices to enhance user experience.

Frontend Developer at Connection

September 1, 2019 - October 6, 2025

Developed frontend features for SaaS applications focusing on data analytics. Built visualizations with d3.js to simplify complex datasets for end-users. Participated in full-stack development, integrating backend APIs and databases. Collaborated with product teams to implement customer-focused enhancements. Implemented test coverage and debugging procedures for frontend and backend. Optimized application performance for high-volume data interaction. Applied UI/UX design principles to improve usability and engagement. Supported AWS-based deployment processes using CI/CD pipelines. Mentored new developers on best practices and coding standards. Conducted troubleshooting and resolved critical production issues. Challenge & Solution: Inconsistent API responses caused UI errors. Implemented middleware normalization and robust error handling, reducing frontend errors by 30% and improving user reliability.

Senior Software Engineer at Work & Co

October 1, 2023 - Present

Led the design and launch of MVP web applications with emphasis on data integrity and modular scalability. Built no-code prototypes and Glide-based internal tools for clients validating early-stage SaaS concepts. Integrated Google Sheets logic into data-driven applications to automate reporting and analytics. Created reusable worksheet templates and data structures enabling non-technical users to expand apps independently. Developed secure authentication to protect sensitive data and IP. Collaborated with cross-functional pre-launch teams to translate spreadsheet-based workflows into production-ready MVPs. Delivered branded front-end experiences using Glide and React; connected Glide apps to Kajabi and Genially for training content. Documented workflow logic and modular setups to support long-term scalability and handoff. Completed MVP iterations within tight delivery cycles, consistently meeting deadlines. Challenge & Strategy: Porting complex Google Sheets logic into Glide caused dat

Software Engineer at Patagonia

July 1, 2023 - October 6, 2025

Designed and implemented web and internal tools automating sustainability and training workflows using Google Sheets APIs and Python scripting. Developed custom data dashboards to manage product information and training content. Created modular spreadsheet frameworks that translated easily into web applications and automated platforms. Partnered with cross-functional departments to build training interfaces linked to sustainability reporting tools. Managed sensitive product and user data under strict privacy standards. Integrated backend workflows with Google Workspace APIs for real-time collaboration and validation. Automated data entry and reporting pipelines, reducing manual administrative work for training staff. Contributed to knowledge-sharing templates enabling internal teams to scale workflows independently. Implemented authentication and access control to safeguard proprietary data and IP assets. Delivered high-visibility digital tools supporting internal education and corpora

Junior Software Engineer at Connection

September 1, 2019 - October 6, 2025

Developed internal workflow automation tools and data dashboards using Google Sheets logic and custom scripts. Translated spreadsheet-based processes into interactive web modules, streamlining internal reporting workflows. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify manual processes suitable for automation and MVP digitization. Implemented data protection controls, ensuring sensitive business data remained isolated across users. Created sample worksheet templates and training examples for non-technical staff to reuse. Built integrations with third-party services through Zapier and RESTful APIs. Designed systems supporting scalable user input and dynamic form generation. Conducted testing and debugging of spreadsheet-to-web integrations for consistent business logic translation. Delivered production-ready internal apps that automated over 30 manual reporting processes. Supported fast-moving MVP launches with detailed documentation and workflow handoff packages. Challenge & Stra