James Demlow
Creative, detail-oriented, software engineer with a deep interest in problem-solving. Proven track record of creating and implementing successful front-end web experiences.
Skills and Qualifications
- 2+ years experience with JavaScript, Node.js, Firebase, React, HTML, CSS, Tailwind CSS, and Bootstrap
- 9+ years of management experience
- 3+ years of small business ownership
Tech Stack
HTML / CSS / JavaScript / React
Bootstap / Tailwind CSS
Node.js / Firebase / Git
Work History
Software Engineer | Front-End Web Developer
Self-employed
April 2022 - Present
- Providing clients with consulting, design, and development for websites used primarily for business. Completing projects from design inception to production launch.
- Utilizing JavaScript, Node.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap 5, Git, GitHub, HTML, CSS, and more in order to create accessible and responsive websites.
- Working with small businesses to utilize search engine optimization (SEO) resulting in page engagement increases of 30% or more.
Business Owner | Aviaf Resale
February 2019 - April 2022
- Responsible for all aspects of the business including market research, bookkeeping, online marketing, and customer service. Generated over $32,000 in sales yearly.
- Analyzed sales and industry trends yielding an increased ROI of +200% per quarter.
- Created a daily index system used for tracking over 300 items of rotating inventory while using automated markdown applications based on data from purchasing.
Private Music Instructor | The Berkley Music Co
December 2012 - February 2019
- Instructor of private music lessons to a client base of over 40 students per week.
- Curated individualized and tailored lesson plans for clients between the ages of 6 and 55.
- Organized and led marketing efforts for student recitals.
Retail Store Manager | Preuss Pets
September 2008 - December 2012
- Responsible for animal husbandry of the exotic freshwater fish department. Animals included freshwater jellyfish, stingrays, African and South American cichlids, piranha, and many more.
- Regularly tested and maintained water quality for over 200 tanks. Received Seachem certifications at Seachem headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
- Devised and launched the first systematized feeding system within the company for all staff for over 300 species with various dietary needs.