What I Do

Software Development

When developing software, collaboratively or independently, I define the requirements before designing the software, including UML diagrams of the code to be implemented. I think carefully to find the most efficient and maintainable design, and ensure the code is well documented and tested so the software is reliable and easy to update even months later.

Partial UML design for a Graph package on the left and Java code using a graph on the right.

Web Development/Design

When creating websites, I first plan out the required features and content, then design mobile-first wireframes, images, and color schemes. I then develop the code, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript (front end), PHP (back end), and SQL (database). I also ensure the website passes accessibility and other standards of quality before deploying.

A grayscale website design in Figma on the left and PHP and HTML code on a black background on the right.
Partial UML design for a Graph package on the left and Java code using a graph on the right.
A grayscale website design in Figma on the left and PHP and HTML code on a black background on the right.
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My Skills

Thanks to my background, I have a wide range of tools and skills that I use in my projects. Currently, I do most of my software programming in Java using IntelliJ as my IDE and draw.io for diagrams, or Python. For non-Java projects, I use Visual Studio Code. I design websites using Figma, develop the front end using HTML, CSS, Bulma, and JavaScript, and the backend using PHP and SQL. I also use Clip Studio Paint and Pixlr for image creation, and Git / GitHub for version control.

Languages and Software

  • Java
  • Python
  • PHP
  • SQL
  • JavaScript
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Bulma
  • Draw.io
  • Figma
  • Clip Studio Paint, Pixlr
  • FileZilla
  • Git, GitHub
  • IntelliJ, Visual Studio Code
Java code posted on GitHub that adds / removes friendships between profiles in a graph.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Data Structures
  • Algorithms
  • Logic and Problem Solving
  • UML Diagramming
  • Software Development
  • Programming
  • Testing
  • Documentation
  • Web Design
  • Web Development
  • Database Manipulation
  • Version Control
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
Screenshot of various tables and fields from a database.
Java code posted on GitHub that adds / removes friendships between profiles in a graph.
Screenshot of various tables and fields from a database.
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My Recent Work

Java Menu Drawing Sine

 A menu in the console showing various options for user input
Java, Backend Software Development Feb 2023

Java project that scans user input, validates it, and uses it to select options from a menu, calculate a sine curve area, and draw the sine curve when requested using Graphics. One of my first Java projects.

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 Website design in Figma which was turned into the site you're on now!
Mobile Friendly, Full Stack Web Development May 2022

My software and web development/design portfolio (this website)! Optimized for mobile, with features including dark mode, a secure contact form, and passing HTML, CSS, and web accessibility standards.

PHP Finale

 Screenshot of a website built with PHP, showing a photo of Rory and links to various pages
PHP, Backend Web Development Jan 2022

My very first PHP project, recently updated with the skills and knowledge I've gained since. Features include daily content, database usage, user login and registration, kittens, form validation and submission, calculators, and more.

Database Design

 Entity relationship diagram (ERD) generated from the finished database, showing various customer, product, and business tables and views.
Database Design, Project Documentation Aug 2021

A database I designed and built for a small art business, tracking projects, clients, and cash flow. See my process conceptualizing, normalizing, and implementing the database.
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