Projects & Case Studies

Highlights from my professional work and personal development projects

FEATURED PERSONAL PROJECT

2samples Family Travel Site

A full-stack web application documenting family travel adventures

The Journey

What started as a simple WordPress site evolved into a custom Flask application on AWS, then migrated to Astro on Cloudflare Pages — reducing hosting costs while modernizing the frontend. This project became a playground for learning modern DevOps practices and AI-assisted development.

Evolution:

  • • Phase 1: WordPress on shared hosting
  • • Phase 2: Flask/Python rewrite with Grok AI assistance
  • • Phase 3: AWS Elastic Beanstalk deployment
  • • Phase 4: CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions + Claude Code
  • • Phase 5: Astro/TypeScript migration to Cloudflare Pages with Claude Code

Tech Stack

Astro TypeScript Cloudflare Pages AWS S3 CloudFront GitHub Actions Vitest Playwright Globe.gl

Key Achievements:

  • • 95%+ test coverage with unit (Vitest) and E2E (Playwright) testing
  • • Automated CI/CD: push to main → auto-deploy to Cloudflare Pages
  • • Interactive 3D globe visualization with Globe.gl
  • • Video hosting via S3/CloudFront CDN
  • • Migrated from Flask/AWS EB to Astro/Cloudflare to reduce hosting costs
  • • Built with heavy AI assistance (Grok + Claude Code)

This project demonstrates my ability to bridge program management with hands-on technical execution—understanding the full software development lifecycle from architecture through deployment and maintenance.

Visit 2samples.com
IN PROGRESS Q1 2026

AI/PM Upskilling Portfolio

Machine learning journey with gamified progress tracking and dynamic dashboard

The Goal

A 13-week structured learning program to transition into AI Product Manager / AI Program Manager roles. Combines Andrew Ng's ML Specialization with hands-on projects applying ML to project management domains.

Q1 2026 Phases:

  • • January: ML Foundations (Coursera)
  • • February: 4 Hands-on ML Notebooks
  • • March: Flask App Deployment

Gamification:

  • • Points system for daily learning
  • • Achievement badges to unlock
  • • Streak tracking for consistency
  • • Live progress dashboard

Tech Stack

Astro Supabase TypeScript Vercel Python scikit-learn Flask Jupyter

Key Features:

  • • Supabase backend - Real-time progress updates
  • • Admin dashboard - Password-protected updates
  • • No redeploy needed - Changes reflect instantly
  • • 4 ML notebooks - PM-focused predictions
  • • Daily tracking - 30 min/day commitment
View Live Dashboard GitHub Repository
PERSONAL PROJECT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

EVMS Tool MVP

Python-generated Excel workbook implementing a complete Earned Value Management System

The Problem

Traditional EVMS tools are expensive, complex, and overkill for small-to-medium projects. This tool brings enterprise-grade earned value tracking to Excel with automated data integration.

Key Features:

  • • Toggl Integration: Power Query auto-imports time data
  • • WBS Mapping: Keyword-based categorization of time entries
  • • Dual WBS Types: LOE (time-phased) and Milestone tracking
  • • Full EV Metrics: CPI, SPI, CV, SV, EAC, VAC calculations

Tech Stack

Python openpyxl Excel Power Query OneDrive

Deliverables:

  • • 9-sheet workbook - Instructions to Executive Report
  • • Visual dashboard - Charts and KPI widgets
  • • PDF-ready reports - Formatted for stakeholder distribution
  • • Power Query M code - Automated weekly refresh workflow

Bridges my program management expertise with hands-on technical execution—applying EVM principles I've used on DoD contracts to build a practical, automated solution.

Professional Project Highlights

FOOT LOCKER

Backstage Developer Portal Implementation

Led the implementation of Spotify's open-source Backstage developer portal, delivered $500K under budget. Improved developer experience and streamlined service discovery across 30 digital storefronts.

Backstage Developer Experience Cost Optimization
HIGHLAND

PMO Standup & Digital Transformation

Established PMO functions from scratch, increasing uptime 30% and reducing 10-30 hours/month in inefficient processes. Led migration of Microsoft Dynamics NAV to Azure and network management to Cisco Meraki.

PMO Azure Migration Process Improvement
ASHLEY FURNITURE

Virtual Inventory & POS Solution

Developed handheld point-of-sale solution using Salesforce CRM Lightning components, driving $5M uplift to annual retail sales by reducing customer friction and enabling endless aisle options.

Salesforce Retail Revenue Growth
HOSE-MCCANN COMMUNICATIONS

$20M Navy Maritime Communications Program

Led agile transformation for engineering/QA teams delivering secure maritime communication systems. Reduced regression cycles from 5 to 3 days with 20% improvement in automated testing.

DoD Agile Transformation Test Automation
HONEYWELL

$600K NATO Missile Project Milestone

Ensured delivery of a challenging milestone by developing an innovative solution using pressure paper in hydraulic presses to simulate epoxy bonds. This out-of-the-box approach mitigated early assembly failures, preventing potential cost and schedule overruns.

Defense Strategic Thinking Process Improvement
US AIR FORCE

Satellite Simulator Training Automation

Slashed training/evaluation budget by 15% ($25K/year) by automating scripts for Linux OS training suite. Applied simulator scripting techniques to automate training scenarios, eliminating manual input by evaluators.

Automation Cost Reduction Linux

This Portfolio Site

Built with modern web technologies to showcase both content and technical capability:

Astro Tailwind CSS TypeScript Supabase Vercel Claude Code

Scaffolded and developed with AI assistance from Claude Code. Includes Supabase integration for dynamic goals tracking with a password-protected admin dashboard.