Full-stack developer & maker of things

Variations
on a "String"

Storyteller. Problem solver. One string at a time.

I've always loved making things — the patience, precision, and creativity my hobbies taught me are exactly what make me a strong engineer. I've spent the last 8 years building software the same way I make everything: like a story worth finishing.

01 — Work

Things I've Built

8 years of shipping full-stack applications — from scrappy MVPs to scalable platforms — plus the things I build on my own time.

Projects

Personal Project · 2026

Karaoq

A browser-based karaoke queue manager powered by YouTube. A host spins up a room and shares a 5-character code; singers join from any device, search for songs, queue them, and watch their spot in real time — no apps, no DJ software.

  • Next.js
  • TypeScript
  • MongoDB
  • YouTube API
  • Vercel

Personal Project · 2026

Kannanao

An AI-powered Japanese flashcard studio. Paste words or upload a PDF and Gemini generates readings, meanings and example sentences. Four practice modes, group learning with invite codes and leaderboards, plus XP, streaks and a cosmetic shop.

  • Next.js
  • React 19
  • Supabase
  • Gemini API
  • MUI

Personal Project · 2026

Brewhouse LP

A fully responsive landing page built for a local coffee shop as a design and development exercise. Clean layout, warm aesthetic, deployed live.

  • React
  • Next.js
  • CSS
  • Vercel

Experience

Software Development Manager · ReUp Education · 2025–present

ReUp Education

Joined as a Senior Frontend React Engineer building responsive web apps that help colleges re-engage and graduate the millions of adults who've stopped out — then promoted to Software Development Manager within 10 months. I now lead and mentor the engineering team, own technical design and delivery, and partner with product to ship features that widen access to higher education.

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • GraphQL
  • Node.js
  • AWS
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Senior Software Engineer · Encoura · 2022–2025

MyEncoura

SaaS platform providing enrollment insights and data-driven solutions for colleges. Built mobile-responsive features using Material UI, spearheaded front-end development, and mentored junior engineers in React best practices.

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • Material UI
  • GraphQL
  • Next.js
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Frontend Engineer · Nextradata · 2021–present

Variablink

SaaS platform enabling direct mail campaign management and personalized marketing. Designed intuitive campaign creation features, optimized front-end performance, and maintained modern codebases with frequent library updates.

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js
  • CSS
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Frontend Engineer · Nextradata · 2021–present

Novamail

Personalized marketing platform for targeted direct mail campaigns. Focused on code quality, performance optimization, and seamless campaign customization experiences.

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js
  • CSS
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Full-Stack Engineer · 2018–2021

JobFit

SaaS platform connecting job seekers and employers. Built a bookmarking feature, optimized API calls to reduce page load time, integrated Google Analytics and Mixpanel, and updated the app header from Figma wireframes.

  • React
  • Semantic UI
  • styled-components
  • Node.js
  • MySQL
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02 — Crafts

Things I've Handmade

Crochet, knitting, cross-stitch, sewing, nail art — the other half of the maker life.

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Halloween Table Runner

Crochet · Completed October 30th, 2022

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Baby Birth Announcement — Bears

Cross-stitch · Completed May 22nd, 2019

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Baby Blanket & Matching Poro Lovey

Crochet · Completed September 21st, 2022

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Baby Blanket — D&D & Space Themed

Crochet · Completed June 23rd, 2021

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Wedding Announcement — Doves + Heart Wreath

Cross-stitch · Completed September 4th, 2018

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Fancy Burp Cloths

Crochet · Completed August 23rd, 2019

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Slouchy Hat

Knitting · Completed May 9th, 2019

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Baby Blanket

Crochet · Completed February 14th, 2019

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Dragonscale Dice Bags

Crochet · Completed August 29th, 2018

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Wedding Announcement — Old English Blessing

Cross-stitch · Completed August 29th, 2018

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Wedding Announcement — Doves & Bells

Cross-stitch · Completed October 20th, 2017

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Bookmarks for Gamer Friends

Crochet · Completed August 18th, 2016

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Han Solo + Quote

Cross-stitch · Completed February 22nd, 2016

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May Cthulu Devour This House Last

Cross-stitch · Completed February 5th, 2016

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Katara Bookmark

Cross-stitch · Completed December 30th, 2015

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Dark Side Bookmark

Cross-stitch · Completed December 28th, 2015

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Gift for my Dad

Cross-stitch · Completed December 21st, 2015

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The Guardian by Teresa Wentzler

Cross-stitch · Completed December 6th, 2015

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Wedding Announcement — Zelda + Link

Cross-stitch · Completed September 1st, 2015

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Captain Hook Costume

Sewing · Completed October 31st, 2014

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Stark Sigil Scarf

Knitting · Completed 2014

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Viking Hat

Crochet · Completed February 18th, 2014

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Baby Blanket — Soccer

Crochet · Completed April 15th, 2013

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Jedi Tunic

Sewing · Completed October 3rd, 2012

03 — Videos

Things I've Produced

Videos I've created and edited — music, covers, and whatever else catches my eye.

Video · Created & Edited

Video · Created & Edited

Video · Created & Edited

Video · Created & Edited

04 — About

One person,
many strings.

I'm Anna — a Senior Software Engineer based in Southern California with 8+ years building front-end-heavy SaaS applications. I specialize in React, TypeScript, and Material UI, and I love turning complex UX requirements into pixel-perfect, accessible interfaces.

Outside the terminal, I'm a maker in every sense. Crochet, knitting, cross-stitch, sewing, nail art — if it involves yarn, thread, or a hook, I'm probably doing it. I also play piano and sing.

"Variations on a String" isn't just a pun — it's a philosophy. Every project, every stitch, every note is a variation on a theme.

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Front-end

React, TypeScript, Material UI, Next.js, Redux

🗄️

Back-end

Node.js, Express, GraphQL, MySQL, MongoDB

🛠️

Tooling

webpack, Firebase, Twilio, Mixpanel, Figma

🎓

Education

Hack Reactor — Advanced JS · CSUF — B.A. Japanese

🧶

Fiber Arts

Crochet, knitting, cross-stitch, sewing, nail art

🎵

Music

Piano, vocals, singing & performance

🎬

Video Production

Filming, editing, post-production & storytelling

8+
Years of Code
3
SaaS Platforms Shipped
Works in progress at any time
1
Ok Business Name