Andrew Van Dyke

Full Stack Developer with 4+ years of experience building web applications with React, TypeScript, PHP, and Laravel. Background in controls engineering provides unique perspective on building reliable systems.

About Me

Full Stack Developer with 4+ years of experience building scalable web applications and a background in controls engineering. Proficient in React, TypeScript, PHP/Laravel, and functional programming with Clojure. I excel at bridging complex technical challenges with elegant user experiences, whether building responsive interfaces, optimizing API performance, or implementing data visualization. My engineering background gives me a unique perspective on creating reliable, efficient software systems.

Proficiencies

Frontend Development

React, TypeScript, JavaScript, Redux, HTML5, CSS3, Material UI, Tailwind CSS

Backend Development

PHP, Laravel, RESTful APIs, Node.js, Express, Clojure

Database & Infrastructure

MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL optimization, Docker, Git, AWS, Heroku, Vercel

Specialized Skills

Functional Programming, Test-Driven Development, Geospatial Visualization, Data Processing

Experience

Controls Engineer II↗

Extol Inc. (2024-present)

Designing and programming control systems for plastics manufacturing equipment. Developing PLC systems and collaborating with engineers to implement reliable automation solutions for customers.

Software Engineer↗

TeamGantt (2020-2023)

Built and maintained features for a SaaS project management platform using React/TypeScript frontend and PHP/Laravel backend services. Contributed to the Clojure codebase for data processing needs, and collaborated with team members in a fully remote agile environment using Git/GitHub.

Controls Engineer↗

Altron Automation (2016-2020)

Designed electrical schematics and programmed PLCs for manufacturing automation systems. Worked on routing, adhesive dispensing, and material handling applications. Integrated robots into production lines and collaborated with mechanical engineers to deliver solutions that met client requirements.

Projects

RetailShift↗

Java (Spring Boot), Node.js, React, Material-UI, MongoDB, Kafka

Microservices-based platform designed to help retailers transition from legacy point-of-sale systems to a scalable, real-time data architecture. Features include real-time inventory tracking, transaction analysis, customer analytics, and system topology visualization.

Personal Finance Dashboard↗

React, TypeScript, Laravel, Material UI, PostgreSQL

Full-stack fintech application with user authentication, interactive dashboards, and financial management tools. Implements RESTful API architecture and secure user authentication with data visualization for financial metrics.

Weather Map Explorer↗

React, Node.js, Leaflet.js, Geospatial APIs

Interactive geospatial application showcasing weather data visualization. Integrates with mapping functionality and weather APIs demonstrating experience with geospatial data processing and visualization.

Clojure Trader↗

Clojure, Functional Programming, Genetic Algorithms

Advanced trading framework that leverages functional programming techniques and genetic algorithms to optimize trading strategies. Implements pure functions, immutable data structures, and asynchronous workflows for data processing and analysis.

Kikker Stickers E-commerce↗

JavaScript, Snipcart Integration, Responsive Design

Designed and developed a custom e-commerce website with shopping cart functionality and payment processing integration using Snipcart. Features product catalog management and streamlined checkout process.

Van Dyke Travel Blog↗

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Mobile-First Design

Responsive travel blog with content management capabilities. Designed with mobile-first approach and optimized for performance across devices.

AI-Powered Meme Generator↗

JavaScript, OpenAI API Integration, Async Programming

Web application that generates customized memes based on user input. Integrates with external AI services for image generation and text processing.