Lead Developer responsible for creating and modifying WordPress themes from XD, PSD, and JPG; developing WordPress plugins; building React Native and ReactJS mobile apps with Expo; managing Linux and Microsoft servers; backing up, modifying, and migrating relational databases; installing, restoring, and migrating WordPress sites; creating a live chat system to improve client support; utilizing Git/GitHub for source control; creating dynamic contact forms with AJAX/jQuery/PHP; producing design assets; and accelerating development time using AI tools (Bard, GPT, Copilot).

Founder & Lead Developer at Charlotte’s Website Company

January 1, 2005 - Present

Founded and led web development for 20+ long-term clients; automated daily server processes with Bash; built custom websites using HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap; created scripts for data processing with Bash/Python/Cron/Windows Task Scheduler; automated emails for server status alerts; integrated APIs (Google Maps, Google Analytics, Photoshelter, Sendgrid, MailChimp); advised on Linux/Azure security; installed CRM, CMS, and eCommerce software; assisted clients with DNS, backups, and CMS issues; produced Photoshop mocks and web assets.

Web Developer & System Admin at CC Communications, Inc.

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Migrated WordPress & DNN sites to Azure from Linux and Windows servers; integrated with Shopify & Stripe APIs for seamless software integration; updated and maintained Linux CentOS VM servers & FreeBSD NAS via SSH; developed custom WordPress themes & plugins using PHP/MySQL/JavaScript; managed databases (MySQL, MSSQL); performed backups using Cloud Storage for restorations; collaborated via GitHub for efficient releases.

Web Developer & System Admin at Vital Management Services

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014

Trained staff in link analysis and data visualization; established security standards for CentOS and Windows Server 2012; installed, maintained, and upgraded CentOS, Kali, Windows Server 2012 & 2016 web and email servers; deployed WordPress with customized themes and Analytics; conducted basic pentesting using NMAP, WPScan, Metasploit and Python scripts.

Lead Repair Technician at Computer Logics, LLC

January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009

Identified and resolved common MS & Linux issues including virus removal, OS and software updates and maintenance; used soldering skills for board-level repairs on customer PCs and servers; contributed to increased store sales.

System Admin & Paralegal at Bush, Doughty & Jones, llc

January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007

Created a paperless environment to improve workflow for legal staff; built and maintained company website; developed a secure PHP-based communications application enabling two-way legal communications; installed and maintained the office network.