My name is
Gary Allen
Russell Jr
My friends call me "Allen"
Curriculum Vitae
Our experiences make us rich, and I have many that shape my approach to Software Development. Over a year of professional experience, I have consistently demonstrated productivity, solving difficult problems, and collaborating effectively with others. I am not afraid to admit when I am wrong or to point out issues, always aiming for the team's success.
I wasn't born with these skills; I've earned them. Problem-solvers have strong minds. We speak up in meetings because we thrive on solving challenges. We use modern tools and communicate well. My skills are rooted in 15 years of public service and over 30 years of artistry and music.
Skills
Backend: GoLang | Ruby | Ruby on Rails | PostgreSQL | SQLite | Postman
Frontend: React | Next | Typescript | Redux | HTML | CSS | Tailwind | Canva | Figma | WordPress
Testing: TDD | BDD | CI Pipelines
Process: GitHub or GitLab | cPanel | Agile | SDLC | Scrum | Dev QA Production
Soft Skills: Collaboration | Results Driven | Team Leader
Experience
BlockFrame, Inc.
"Software Developer"
April 2024 - November 2024
- Design wireframes and data diagrams with Visio for features used worldwide and SDLC workflow using GitLab.
- Build front-end GUI for dashboard using JavaScript React and refactor to scale using React-Router 6 and Redux.
- Build high-quality API utilizing GoLang for horizontal scaling and integration with multiple applications.
- Implement identity management systems, and technical writing for user guides, test procedures, and presentations.
Independent Contractor
"Web Developer"
November 2023 - Present
- Work with clients to create high quality websites using React, Next, or WordPress with CDN of their choice.
Education
Turing School for Software and Design
Certificate in Software Engineering
Boston University
Master's in Criminal Justice
Colorado University
Bachelor's in Psychology
My World
musician
I'm an active drummer, guitarist, and vocalist in my free time, which helps me stay grounded and connected with great people. Believe it or not, this is actually a valuable attribute. Research has shown that musicians often excel in both creative and logical thinking due to enhanced connectivity between the brain's hemispheres. This means that musicians may have an innate ability to engage in complex problem-solving while also fostering creativity. I also enjoy teaching music and frequently substitute at the School of Rock or teach privately in my home studio.
dog owner
I love my dogs. I couldn't say enough about this. My dog Lola is a hound mix, 12 years old. Pongo is a Husky/Shepherd mix. We love hiking and camping as much as possible.