Full-Stack Developer • Systems Designer

Hi, I'm Erik.

I'm a software engineer, classical musician, and lifelong systems thinker.

I build software and websites that help organizations operate more clearly, efficiently, and confidently.

The Systems I Build Are:

  • Technically solid and scalable
  • Thoughtfully designed for real users
  • Clear, efficient, and delightful to use
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Projects

Patterson Park Academy of Music

Internal Business Operations Platform

React • Node.js • PostgreSQL • Twilio • PayPal • Google API • Mailchimp

Internal Business Operations Platform preview

A custom platform used daily to manage scheduling, billing, messaging, and enrollment for a 300+ student music school.

The system replaced several disconnected tools with one reliable platform used daily by staff and instructors.

Impact

  • Replaced fragmented admin tools with a single platform
  • Owners can delegate and train staff on admin work, reducing owner workload.
  • Improved operational efficiency and scalable systems

Role

Product Designer + Full-Stack Developer

Designed the system architecture and built the platform across frontend, backend services, and integrations.

Key Features

  • Centralized command-center dashboard for daily operations
  • Automated enrollment and scheduling workflows
  • Targeted SMS communications + marketing
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Personal Website

Artisan Portfolio & Digital Storefront

E-commerce • Stripe • Personal Website • Digital Goods

Artisan Portfolio & Digital Storefront preview

Artisan portfolio and digital storefront that automates checkout and delivery for downloadable music products.

This site combines a personal website an e-commerce platform to sell artisinal goods.

Impact

  • Unified personal branding and sales in one site
  • Automated electronic delivery of goods
  • Improved discoverability with search and filters

Role

Product Designer + Full-Stack Developer

Designed the information architecture and built the platform across frontend, backend services, checkout, and fulfillment integrations.

Key Features

  • Metadata-driven catalog and faceted search
  • Custom shopping cart and checkout workflow
  • Digital fulfillment pipeline after purchase
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ABOUT

How I Work

My path into development started while running a growing business. When the tools we needed didn't exist, I built them.

I'm especially drawn to projects where thoughtful engineering can unlock an organization's potential, building systems that support real work, real teams, and meaningful missions.

As a musician, I approach usability the way I approach performance: the best experiences feel effortless, intuitive, and even a little bit magical. Good software should feel the same way.

Experience

Resume Snapshot

Full-Stack Dev

Full-stack developer who built custom software powering a small business generating $500K+ annually, with a background in interaction design and information architecture.

Systems builder

Designs software for better operations and workflows

Founder perspective

Translates leadership goals into practical technical systems

Core stack

React • Next.js • Node.js • TypeScript • PostgreSQL • REST APIs • Tailwind CSS

Featured work

Operations management platform, digital storefront, admin tools, workflow automations

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Let's Build Useful Stuff Together!

Open to website development and full-stack engineering work for organizations that want better technology to achieve their goals.

Available for consulting engagements and full-time roles.

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