Jawara Gordon

About Jawara Gordon

I\'m a Software Engineer who made a successful career change from the music industry. I\'m currently pursuing a BCS after starting as a self-taught developer and bootcamp grad. I own my own web dev business and work full-time as a Fullstack Developer with Grapevine Communications, where I handle everything from UI/UX to databases and anything in between. I use a wide variety of coding languages and frameworks to solve complex problems for clients including JavaScript, CSS/HTML, React, Next.js, PHP, WordPress, Ruby on Rails, Python, SQL, MongoDB, and more. I focus on finding the right solution to a problem regardless of my personal preference. I\'m also an AI enthusiast who has completed certifications, written blog posts, and hosted workshops on LLMs and AI ethics. My background as a small business owner and audio engineer gives me a unique perspective on technology. As a creative professional, I’ve learned the importance of continuously adapting and acquiring new skills to stay relevant in the fast-paced tech world. I also enjoy sharing my knowledge through public speaking, both in professional settings and with students.The resilience I\'ve gained from working in high-stakes environments with diverse groups has created a strong foundation for my growth as a SWE. My communication skills, self-awareness, and commitment to success allow me to feel comfortable leading any team. I enjoy problem-solving, learning new systems, and reading books as a lifelong learner. In my free time, you can catch me on the basketball court, writing music, or playing video games with my son.

Experience

1. Full Stack Developer

   Grapevine Communications

   Oct 2022 — Present · US

   Transforms static design files and prototypes into dynamic, responsive web applications using LAMP stack, WordPress, JavaScript, CSS, and Semantic HTML, enhancing user engagement and sales.• Leads UI/UX design across all products, developing user personas, journey maps, site maps, wireframes, and interactive prototypes in Figma, leading to clear communication of client needs while reducing costly revision cycles.• Develops custom backend solutions using PHP, MySQL, Git, Postman, Vercel, and Next.js, adhering to DRY principles, with a focus on user information privacy and security. • Creates AI agents, chatbots, internal command-line tools, and custom scripts using Python toautomate repetitive tasks, increasing eciency and reducing labor costs.

Education

• State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota

  Fullstack Software Engineer, React / Javascript / HTML / CSS / Ruby

  2022 — 2022

• Full Sail University

  Associate of Science - AS, Recording Arts Technology/Technician