👋 Hey there! I'm Zach, a lead line cook turned aspiring web developer. After nearly 20 years in professional kitchens crafting unforgettable meals, I'm now channeling that same energy, creativity, and precision into writing clean, functional code. As of May 2024, I’ve committed full-time to my tech journey with a long-term goal of fusing food and technology through AI-driven culinary solutions.
I’m passionate about building intuitive, efficient, and visually appealing web experiences. My goal is to grow into a professional full-stack web developer while exploring how technology — especially AI — can innovate the culinary industry in the future.
I’m actively sharpening my skills and building projects with:
- 🔧 The Odin Project – Full-stack JavaScript (HTML, CSS, JS, Node.js, Express)
- 🧮 Math refreshers and foundational computer science concepts (Khan Academy)
- HTML5 / CSS3 / JavaScript (ES6+)
- Git & GitHub
- Responsive Design & Accessibility
- DOM Manipulation & Event Handling
- Basic Backend (Node.js + Express)
- RESTful APIs
- ✅ Launch multiple full-stack projects for real-world use
- ✅ Build a developer portfolio that showcases both front-end and back-end skills
- 🚧 Start contributing to open-source web projects
- 🔮 Explore AI-driven applications in the culinary space (future focus)
I’m always open to connecting with fellow developers, mentors, and collaborators.
- ⚡ Fun Fact: I’ve grilled, sautéed, and seared my way through over 300,000 tacos, 5,000 steaks (from Filet Mignon to Top Sirloin), and 75,000 gourmet burgers!
- I’m a lifelong learner with a deep respect for wisdom, logic, and tradition. I have an unhinged hunger for knowledge, for lack of better words.
🗨️ Favorite Quote:
"Moderately wise a man should be,
not too crafty or clever.
A learned man's heart,
whose learning is deep,
seldom sings with joy."
~ Hávamál
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