I’m Kayla, a dedicated full-stack web developer with a passion for building clean, maintainable, and user-focused applications. After four years as an educator, I transitioned into software development and haven't looked back since. I traded in my days of rangling children for rangling bugs instead. It wasn't for nothing though, throughout my work I often make use of my ability to break down complex concepts and communicate effectively to craft elegant solutions in code.

• Languages: JavaScript (ES6+), (Beginner knowledge of: TypeScript, Python)
• Front-End: HTML5, CSS3, React.js, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Anime.js
• Back-End: Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Firebase, RESTful APIs
• Testing & Deployment: Jest, Mocha & Chai, AWS (EC2, RDS, S3), Docker, Netlify
• Tools & Practices: Git, npm, Vite, Webpack, Babel, VS Code, Expo, Agile & Scrum

• Hack Reactor Intermediate Bootcamp
  12-week software engineering immersive program with over 1,000 hours of coding. Full-stack development with JavaScript, React, Express, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and MySQL in an Agile environment. Worked on projects in teams with other software engineers Monday-Saturday, 10 hours per day.
• Former Classroom Teacher
  4 years of experience planning lessons, simplifying complex topics, and guiding learners. Was certified to teach K-6, Special Ed, and English Language Learners.

I’m always open to collaborating on meaningful projects, sharing knowledge, and exploring new technologies. Feel free to browse my repositories below, submit an issue, or reach out on LinkedIn.

Together, let’s build something exceptional!