Intro

My name is Clay Reddick and I currently reside in Jonesboro, Arkansas. I grew up in the Jonesboro area and I attended Brookland Public Schools and graduated in 2014. I completed my B.S. in Computer Science at Arkansas State University in three years and finished top of my class as Magna Cum Laude.

While I was attending college, I was selected to work in the ABI- Arkansas Biosciences Institute to work on a programming project for Dr. Dalmo Vieira that focused on the research of predicting and modeling erosion within a plot of land. While working for this position I heavily used C++, Python, Javascript, HTML, and CSS. C++ was used for our backend in a project known as RUSLE2. We then used SWIG to convert this project to python where I used PyQt to create a front-end application used for viewing the created models. I considered continuing my education and gaining a Masters in Computer Science, but I felt it was time to enter the field and gain hands-on work experience.

I was hired by Tech Friends, a company located in Jonesboro, AR, that develops software and hardware solutions for jails. I am an active team member and leader in my current role as a software developer for Tech Friends. In my current position I primarily work as a full stack engineer working with a .Net backend and a React front end. However, I frequently find myself working on new projects such as developing Android applications and even operating systems. Along with that I actively use Python in my day-to-day activities for automation scripts and supplementary tools.

Beyond my day job I also find enjoyment in working freelance opportunities where I have developed projects using an array of different skills and technologies. Click here to view my skills and experience.

The reason I feel software development is such a rewarding field is because it is always evolving and it continues to challenge me daily. One must continue to learn and grow with the field and this is what intrigues me. I need to be challenged and I want to grow in my knowledge. I enjoy working in an environment where you can work independently, but also work as a team to complete a project.

Skills/Experience

I graduated from Arkansas State University in 3 years as top of my class. The degree I received was a B.S in Computer Science. Since then I have been working in the industry as a salaried software developer while working freelance gigs on the side. I have skills/experience in the following areas and I am always looking for new ways to challenge myself through learning.

  • C, C++, C#, Java, Python, Go, Javascript, Typescript, VB, Kotlin
  • Web/Cloud Development
  • Angular, React, Vue, .NET, ASP.NET, Flask, Node
  • Desktop Applicaion Development
  • Xamarin, Visual Studio, Android Studio
  • SQL Server, SQL Schema Management, SQL Query Construction, SQLite, MySql
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Linux & Windows
  • Jira & Confluence
  • 10 Years of Working Experience as a Software Developer
  • Click Here to view some of my projects. (Code found on GitHub)

Showcase

The projects showcased below provide a glimpse into my capabilities. Due to the nature of my work, many of my projects remain private and cannot be publicly shared. However, I’d be happy to discuss my experience and expertise in more detail upon request.

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Solar Website

This project was for a solar company who wanted a custom portal for their customers to view the amount of energy their solar farms were generating. The solution consisted of a custom application that was placed at multiple devices at each farm and it communicated its data up to a central server. There was then the custom-built website that you see below that was used to display the information that was gathered.

Pocket Punch Card

This project was a rewards cards replacement that was created during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Movie Watchlist Web App

A custom-built web application developed using Django, Bootstrap, HTMX, and SQLite for managing a personal movie watchlist. The app allows users to search for movies via the TMDB API, import or manually add films, and track detailed watch history. Each movie entry includes fields such as runtime, director, description, poster art, actors, watch status, personal ratings, and source availability. Advanced features include dynamic filters (by decade, runtime, rating, etc.), list and poster views, a dark mode toggle, and a randomized movie picker. All data is locally stored with override capabilities for TMDB-sourced info. The UI is inspired by platforms like Letterboxd and Plex for an intuitive and aesthetic experience.

About

I am married to the love of my life and also my high school sweetheart, Jordan. Some of my hobbies outside of work include video games, playing guitar, traveling, and working out. I also do quite a bit of software development in my own time. However, my favorite hobby is spending time with my wife, family, and friends.