Hi, my name is

Jared

I build applications for the web and mobile

A cross platform, full stack developer with an eye for design and UX

About Me

I am a software developer with a passion for web and mobile application development - currently working as a software developer at FirstEnergy in Akron, OH.

Recently, I’ve been developing a cross platform application (mobile and progressive web app) that will be used to support small businesses with their shipping needs.

Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently!
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript / TypeScript
  • Angular
  • Node.js
  • C# (.NET Core)
  • Google Cloud
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Flutter

Experience

Senior Software Engineering Consultant - FirstEnergy Corporation
May 2014 - July 2019 ◦ June 2021 - present
  • Led several projects to create new in-house applications using the .NET framework/core while maintaining agile software development strategies. Applications sped up tedious processes, promoted efficiency, automation, and reduced the need for paperwork
  • Rewrote the FirstEnergy corporate website to incorporate a fresh, responsive design and remove legacy code. Technologies utilized: Adobe Experience Manager, Eclipse, and Java
  • Performed Azure application migrations to reduce on-premise server dependencies.
  • Successfully executed several corporate initiatives as a Technical Lead
Software Engineer - OEConnection LLC
July 2019 - June 2021
  • Played a key role in launching applications built with .NET core to provide key business functions and increase customer retention
  • Trained up several global teams to promote parallel workstreams and increase throughput
  • Facilitated HLE and application design sessions
  • Worked in a cross-functional manner reducing technical debt, improving application performance, and reducing infrastructure overhead
  • Created highly performant data processing applications utilizing the .NET TPL dataflow library
Founder - XD Software Solutions LLC
February 2022 - present

Designed, developed, and deployed iOS/Android/Web applications using Flutter. These applications integrate with native SDKs, several external APIs, and payment gateways to power intuitive user experiences

I’d Ship That
  • An application targeted at small businesses and consumers for quick and easy shipping label creation
  • Tech Stack: Flutter, GCP, Firebase, Node.js, Stripe, and Block/Square
Barbell Plate Calculator
  • Targeted at individuals pursuing an active lifting lifestyle, this application allows users to easily determine barbell weights and track workouts
  • Tech Stack: Flutter, GCP, Firebase, Node.js, and Google AdMob

Education

2012 - 2017
Computer Engineering
University of Akron
GPA: Summa Cum Laude
2009 - 2012
High School
Joseph Badger HS
GPA: 4.0 / 4.0

Projects

I'd Ship That
GCP Firebase Flutter Node.js Stripe
I'd Ship That
A mobile application (also available on the web at idshipthat.app) that facilitates rate shopping, label purchasing, shipment insurance, and tracking.
Barbell Plate Calculator
GCP Firebase Flutter Node.js
Barbell Plate Calculator
Targeted at individuals pursuing an active lifting lifestyle, this application allows users to easily determine barbell weights and track workouts.