Performance-driven React engineer with healthcare experience who creates accessible interfaces that deliver measurable improvements while mentoring other developers.

My journey to becoming a developer began with a creative foundation in mass communications, which gave me a unique perspective on how people interact with technology. While many developers focus solely on functionality, my background enables me to bridge the gap between technical capabilities and genuine user needs. I don't just build applications; I create experiences that resonate with users on both practical and intuitive levels.

What truly sets me apart is my commitment to web performance optimization. At Datavant, I led projects that achieved a 30% performance improvement for critical healthcare applications – a significant achievement that directly impacted both user satisfaction and business metrics. I take pride in my ability to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions that make applications not just work, but excel under real-world conditions. There's something deeply satisfying about transforming a sluggish application into one that responds instantly to user interactions.
My experience spanning the healthcare tech ecosystem has given me valuable insight into creating solutions for sensitive data and complex workflows. I've become adept at translating technical capabilities into meaningful features that serve real healthcare needs. Whether designing custom visualizations for health information or implementing internationalization features that make platforms accessible to diverse users, I understand that technology in healthcare must prioritize both precision and empathy.

I'm particularly passionate about accessibility in web applications. While many see accessibility as a checkbox item, I view it as a fundamental aspect of quality development. I've championed accessibility improvements throughout my career because I believe technology should serve everyone, regardless of ability. This commitment has not only improved the products I've worked on but has influenced the development cultures of the teams I've been part of.

As someone who has successfully led the conversion of major codebases (like moving from PHP to React.js at Datavant), I bring a strategic approach to technology transitions that minimizes disruption while maximizing improvement. This ability to guide technical evolution while maintaining product stability is increasingly valuable in today's rapidly changing tech landscape.