Working at a computer

Hi! I'm Zack.

I'm a full stack developer and life-long learner with a deep passion for problem solving and tech. With a rich background in the music industry, working alongside artists and music labels, I've transitioned my creative mind and audio engineering skills into the world of software development. When I'm not at my computer, I like to spend my time learning Japanese, keeping fit and producing music.

Experience

Full-Stack Developer | React Native Developer

SM Communications

August 2023 - Current


Lead full-stack development across multiple mobile, web, and IoT projects, integrating React Native, Next.js, Node.js, and cloud technologies to build scalable, high-performance applications. Developed secure authentication systems, real-time data processing solutions, and user-friendly interfaces that drive engagement and operational efficiency.

  • Developed & Launched IoT Smart Home App: Developed an IoT React Native app integrating multiple Smart Home platform APIs, allowing users to control 100+ smart home devices.
  • Real-Time Data Streaming via Kafka: Engineered a Node.js server that processes a continuous data stream from a Kafka system, exposing real-time data via a REST API, handling thousands of requests per day.
  • Optimized CRM for Sales Teams: Developed a custom CRM using Next.js and SQLite, enabling 10+ users to manage leads, track calls, and annotate contacts. Integrated Microsoft OAuth for secure authentication, reducing unauthorized access risks.
  • Interactive React Native Game: Created a location-based quiz mobile game using analytics to track user progress and automate prize distribution for over 500 users.
  • Infrastructure & Server Management: Maintained 10+ AWS and GoDaddy servers, ensuring uptime and security for 16+ websites, optimizing server configurations and deployment workflows.

Front-End Developer

Sounds Like Soma

January 2018 - August 2023


Designed and developed digital assets, websites, and promotional tools for recording studios, music labels, and artists. Built scalable web solutions using React, Ruby on Rails, and Jekyll, optimizing performance and accessibility. Managed large-scale digital archives across multiple recording studios, ensuring data integrity and efficient retrieval.

  • Built an Electronic Press Kit (EPK) React Template: Developed a scalable and reusable React-based template for press kits, enabling over 20+ artists and record labels to create high-quality promotional materials in minutes. Deployed via Vercel for fast, global performance.
  • Managed Digital Assets: Maintained and organized over 50 terabytes of high-quality audio and video data across four recording studios, implementing backup and retrieval systems to prevent data loss and optimize workflow efficiency
  • Improved Search Rankings & Business Growth: Engineered the primary studio website using Ruby on Rails, Jekyll, and Bootstrap, while implementing SEO optimizations that boosted search rankings and contributed to five consecutive years of business growth.

Side Projects

Web Wizard Dev

Web Wizard Dev

Professional web development company

A freelance software engineering company for building websites, mobile apps, MPVs, and updating existing websites for a diverse client base.

Next.js
Tailwind CSS
Typescript
Bootstrap
Omni-Mart

Omni-Mart

Your Intergalactic E-commerce Marketplace

Everything you need on an interplanetary journey. Complete with checkout page, Stripe integration, confirmation emails, and a robust admin page to track and modify products.

Next.js
Prisma
PostgreSQL
Resend
Node
Stripe API
React Email
Supabase
Bootstrap
Artist EPK React Template

Artist EPK React Template

A reusable template for creating electronic press kits

A reusable electronic press kit (EPK) template for musicians and artists to showcase their songs, artwork, photos, and videos.

React
Typescript
Tailwind CSS
Vite
Vercel
Responsive Design
Sounds Like Soma

Sounds Like Soma

Philadelphia recording studio

A responsive website for a local recording studio. I utilized Ruby and Jekyll for site generation, Bootstrap for responsive design, Netlify for deployment and SEO best practices to boost search rankings and drive substantial increases in sales.

Ruby
Jekyll
Bootstrap
Netlify
SEO
Nihongo

Nihongo

AI powered Japanese practice chatbot

A Japanese language practice chatbot that helps enhance users' speaking and writing skills in Japanese. The chatbot leverages OpenAI APIs for natural language processing.

OpenAI API
Next.js
Tailwind CSS
Typescript
Kasa と boushi

Kasa と boushi

Japanese-American fusion cafe

A minimalist American-Japanese fusion café based in Japan with built-in dynamic language switching to cater to a broader audience.

Next.js
Typescript
Tailwind CSS
Bootstrap
Vercel
Responsive Design

About

How it all started 🌱

In the beginning, I learned to code through Codecademy, a patient mentor, and involving myself in a ton of freelance projects. My career took off at Sounds Like Soma, a Philadelphia based recording studio, where I managed the studio's business website and IT infrastructure. This opportunity allowed me to work with global recording artists and record labels to make promotional landing pages and electronic press kits.

In the here and now 👈

Most recently, I was the lead full-stack web and mobile developer at a Philadelphia-based PR agency. This role actively pushes me to try new technologies and branch out of my comfort zone, leading me to continually grow as a developer.

What im looking for 🔍

In my next role, I am seeking a team of motivated professionals developing software that impacts everyday people. I am eager to contribute my skills to a company that fosters a culture of idea-sharing and continuous improvement.

Tech Stack

NextJS logo
React logo
Javascript logo
Typescript logo
Tailwind logo
Html logo
CSS logo
Bootstrap logo
NodeJS logo
AWS logo
RESTful API logo
Wordpress logo

Mobile Development

React Native logo
NativeWind logo
Appwrite logo
Expo logo

Drop a line

The best way to contact me is through email or LinkedIn (I'm not much of a twitter or X guy). Give me a shout here:

This website was designed in Figma, coded in Visual Studio Code, built with Next.js, and deployed with Vercel by yours truly.

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