About me
Hi! My name is Brendan, and I am a developer passionate about creating engaging, intuitive, and user-friendly applications.
In 2020, amidst the challenges of the pandemic, I seized the opportunity to delve into coding as a personal pursuit. It was a ton of fun, but I wanted to take this field more seriously and take it to the next level. By 2021, I decided to deepen my knowledge by enrolling in a full-stack web development program at the University of Richmond. Once I graduated in 2022, I transitioned into the professional realm, securing a role at WayPath Consulting as a Developer and Consultant. However, I felt the need to further improve. This year, 2024, I enrolled at Western Governors University to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. I have always embraced, and continue to embrace, a continuous growth mindset, honing my skills through independent projects, educational courses, and hands-on experience in the field to become the best developer I can be.
In my free time, you can find me hanging out with friends, playing video games, and consuming too much of the NBA. Of course, I code a lot. I am working on some solo projects and a team project, both web and game development. One of them, I hope to share very soon.
Some recent technologies I have worked with:
- - JavaScript
- - MongoDB
- - C++
- - SQL
- - Java
- - React
- - Wordpress
- - Unreal Engine 5
- - ContentStack
- - Godot Engine
Experience
Associate Software Developer and Consultant
| WayPath Consulting
| Jul. 2022 - Dec. 2023
During my tenure at WayPath, I held a multifaceted position encompassing both software development and consulting responsibilities. At the core of my role was the seamless integration of technical expertise with effective communication and client engagement.
I collaborated closely with diverse stakeholders, including engineers, developers, marketing teams, and company leadership, to understand their unique needs and deliver tailored solutions. This involved facilitating discussions, gathering requirements, and presenting demos to showcase project progress and functionality.
My technical repertoire spanned a variety of platforms, including Content Management Systems (CMS), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), and Customer Communication Management (CCM) systems. Leveraging popular web development technologies such as JavaScript and React, I was heavily involved with the development and deployment of innovative solutions that drove client success and satisfaction.
- ContentStack
- Brightspot
- React
- JavaScript
- CSS
- ChakraUI
- Wordpress
- Microsoft Dynamics
Projects
Music Finder
Music Finder is a front-end application that allows the user to search any artist's discography and/or upcoming concerts. You're also able to select and favorite any concert or album. The application uses the Apple Music API and the Ticketmaster API to pull from.
- JavaScript
- Materialize CSS
- Apple Music API
- Ticketmaster API
Greg's List
Greg's List is a website built for a community to post and share job, gig, and services opportunities. This a full-stack MERN project completed during my time at UofR.
- React
- ChakraUI
- Node.js
- Express
- GraphQL
Pantry Hacker
Pantry Hacker is a simple search tool for quick recipe information. This is a full-stack project completed during my time at UofR.
- JavaScript
- Handlebars.js
- Node.js
- CSS
- MySQL
- Express
