Fullstack Web Developer & DevSecOps Enthusiast

Cloud Huxley

I'm an aspiring Software Engineer passionate about articulating visual stories using your branding assets. With over 20 years of experience starting from an education at The Art Institute of Seattle, as well as Peninsula College on the Olympic Peninsula. I catalyse your brands and content into efficient web documents, implement software and services, and design servers and workstations.

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About me

Welcome to my creative journey. My work is a testament to my commitment to bringing ideas to life, where each pixel becomes a brushstroke in the canvas of imagination.


I find inspiration in the world around me, whether through the pages of a captivating novel, the intricate details of typography, or the vibrant hues of nature during my outdoor escapades.


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Employment experience

Seeking gainful employment in a rural community without a college degree requires a bit of networking. Driving to Seattle to get treated like a subhuman during interviews by fascist tech companies is not worth my energy.

  • Deli Front Counter Supervisor
    Country Aire Natural Market, Port Angeles, WA
    2020 - Present

    Collaborate with clients to understand objectives and measurable goals.
    Maintain inventory by regularly ordering through vendors.
    Train new hires to offer customer service on brand with the company needs.
    Produce and inventory goods to stage in designated areas

  • Roundsling Technician
    Olympic Synthetic Products, Inc., Sequim, WA
    2017 - 2020

    Built orders from start to finish while maintaining standards of quality.
    Wrapped and shipped out orders using FedEx and UPS by afternoon deadline.
    Collaborated with management to deliver custom orders to customers.
    Gained hands-on experience with various sewing machines and industrial roundsling machines.

  • Finsh Lead/Material Handler
    Westport Yachts, Port Angeles, WA
    2007 - 2017

    Coordinated scheduling for on-time delivery by moving products through department efficiently.
    Trained new employees to reach the standards of sanding and painting Westport was known for.
    Drove company vehicles to effectively deliver goods and parts to various facilities.
    Operated forklifts and scissor-lifts without incidents. Safety Chair from 2016-2017.

Education

Access to higher education has been a barrier against my aspirations for most of my adult life. My willingness to self-educate is a feasible solution, also known as unschooling.

  • Interactive Media Design
    Art Institute of Seattle
    2004
    Favorite courses included:
    • Color Theory
    • Typography
    • Intro to Design

  • Pursuing an Associate of Arts Degree
    Peninsula College
    2007
    Favorite courses included:
    • Cisco Networking
    • A+ Computer Repair
    • Computer Applications

Skills

Discover the proficiencies that allow me to bring imagination to life through design.

Graphic design

Proficient in crafting visually appealing designs that convey messages effectively.

Branding and identity

Skilled at developing cohesive brand identities, including logos and brand guidelines.

User-centered design

Experienced in creating user-friendly interfaces and optimizing user experiences.

Writing Code

Skilled in the primary web languages, as well as Typescript, Sass, & Node.

Typography

Adept in selecting and manipulating typefaces to enhance design aesthetics.

Color theory

Proficient in using color to evoke emotions and enhance visual harmony.

Print and digital design

Knowledgeable in designing for both print materials and digital platforms.

Operating Systems Management

Fluent in using Windows, MacOS, Linux, and BSD environments on servers and workstations alike.

Adaptability

Quick to adapt to new design trends, technologies, and client preferences.

Elevating visual narratives

Embark on a design journey that surpasses pixels, entering a realm of imagination. Explore my portfolio, where passion and creativity converge to shape enthralling visual narratives.

Project 1:
Cloudstrap

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Description:

Developed an Astro template in an effort to better understand the technology behind Astro.js. I also created a custom component library to help me build reusable components.

Role:

I oversaw the entire development process from concept to execution. I implemented dark and light modes, bootstrap framework, and a contact form with a honeypot and recaptcha.

Project 2:
Personal Blog

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Description

I created a blog within my Astro project to allow for regular updates to my writing. I also created more custom components to implement certain blog technologies like tags, categories, and headliner images.

Role

I oversaw the entire process from the instructions left in the Astro documentation. I also created necessary page templates to allow for quicker writing from within markdown files.

Let's create together

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Warming Up to BSD

Warming Up to BSD

A quick introduction to the BSD family of Operating Systems with a few comparisons and differences betweem BSD and Linux.