My Featured Projects
Production App
Full Stack Workout Tracker with Next 14, Prisma, & Clerk
Built a full-stack workout tracker with Next.js 14. Integrated front-end, back-end, and DB operations for optimized data fetching and robust security, delivering a seamless user experience.
Technical Expertise
Expert in blending aesthetics with functionality, crafting intuitive and visually compelling designs. Proficient in user-centric design principles, with a focus on creating engaging user experiences. Skilled in utilizing design tools to conceptualize and prototype innovative solutions. Strong collaborator, adept at translating client requirements into impactful designs. Experienced in responsive design, maintaining brand consistency across various platforms, and optimizing visual elements for different devices.
Specialized in developing responsive, interactive, and visually appealing user interfaces. Proficient in leveraging modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries to build seamless web experiences. Expertise in optimizing web performance, ensuring cross-browser compatibility, and implementing accessible web standards. Collaborates closely with designers to transform designs into functional websites. Capable of integrating with backend services and APIs, and experienced in using version control systems for efficient project management.
Proficient in server-side development, focusing on building efficient, scalable, and maintainable backend systems. Expertise in various programming languages, database management, and API development. Skilled in creating secure backend architectures, implementing data storage solutions, and optimizing server responses. Experienced in deploying and maintaining applications in cloud environments. Strong understanding of RESTful services and microservices architectures. Committed to following best practices in coding, testing, and documentation.
Experienced in orchestrating diverse projects from conception to completion. Adept at resource allocation, deadline management, and leading cross-functional teams. Utilizes strong communication skills to ensure alignment of project goals with business objectives, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. Excels in agile methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Behind the Code
From setting the rhythm in the music industry to writing lines of code, my journey has been anything but conventional. I began my career orchestrating the melodies of the music world, running my own companies, and carving out a unique path. Yet, amidst the beats and harmonies, I discovered a new passion—front-end development.
My technical journey began with the foundational bricks of the web—HTML and CSS. From there, I delved into PHP, expanding my backend understanding. As I delved deeper, my curiosity led me to JavaScript, opening up a world of dynamic web interactions. Python followed, broadening my horizons further. But it was the allure of modern front-end frameworks like React, Next, Vue, and Angular that truly solidified my passion. Each step in my journey added a new layer to my expertise, equipping me to tackle diverse challenges with an evolving toolkit.
Today, as an intermediate front-end developer, I bring a harmonious blend of my creative background and technical skills to every project. I craft digital experiences that are not just functional, but also aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly. I pride myself on being a quick learner, a team player, and someone who's always up for a challenge.
Outside of coding, I maintain a symphony of hobbies that keep me grounded. Whether I'm penning soulful songs, tickling the ivories on my piano, staying fit, diving into swimming pools, or conquering the latest video games, life is always in tune.
Let's Collaborate
Connecting Beyond Code: In today's digital age, our journeys are more than just the code we write or the projects we build. It's about the shared experiences, the challenges conquered, and the knowledge gained. My social media channels provide a glimpse into my everyday life as a developer, the inspirations I stumble upon, and the conversations I engage in. Whether you're a fellow developer looking to exchange ideas, a recruiter hoping to catch a snapshot of my expertise, or just curious about my adventures in the tech realm, these platforms offer a window. Dive in, let's connect, and together, let's push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of technology.
Linkedin
@chriswaitt
Github
@greengem
Twitter / X
@cwaitt_dev