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Thomas Butman

Frontend Engineer

San Diego, CA

I specialize in crafting high-performance, accessible front-end applications with modern web frameworks like React, optimized for real-world scale and usability.

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Technologies I Work With

React logo
React
Hugging Face logo
Hugging Face
Next.js logo
Next.js
TypeScript logo
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS logo
Tailwind CSS
Node.js logo
Node.js
PostgreSQL logo
PostgreSQL
Prisma logo
Prisma
tRPC logo
tRPC
Astro logo
Astro
Vercel logo
Vercel
OpenAI logo
OpenAI
ShadCN/UI logo
ShadCN/UI
React logo
React
Hugging Face logo
Hugging Face
Next.js logo
Next.js
TypeScript logo
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS logo
Tailwind CSS
Node.js logo
Node.js
PostgreSQL logo
PostgreSQL
Prisma logo
Prisma
tRPC logo
tRPC
Astro logo
Astro
Vercel logo
Vercel
OpenAI logo
OpenAI
ShadCN/UI logo
ShadCN/UI
About Me

Who I Am

I'm a frontend-focused software engineer with over 9 years of experience building fast, accessible, and responsive web applications. I specialize in React, TypeScript, modern CSS, and the Jamstack ecosystem.

I aim to stay current with frontend trends like AI-powered UIs, edge-first architectures, and DX-focused tools.

When I'm not building, you'll probably find me outdoors hiking, backpacking, camping, or exploring new places. I also take pizza very seriously.

9+
Years Experience
20+
Projects Completed
10+
Happy Customers
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Portfolio

My Projects

Check out some of my recent work and personal projects.

AI-Powered Blog Platform
AI-Powered Blog Platform
A blog engine with AI-assisted writing, smart SEO optimization, and edge-deployed static rendering using Next.js App Router and Vercel AI SDK.
Next.js 14Vercel AI SDKTailwind CSSTypeScriptOpenAI API
CodeDemo
Headless E-commerce Starter
Headless E-commerce Starter
A performant headless storefront integrated with Shopify Hydrogen, Sanity CMS, and edge deployment for ultra-fast load times.
Shopify HydrogenSanityTailwind CSSTypeScriptCloudflare Pages
CodeDemo
Developer Portfolio Template
Developer Portfolio Template
A minimal and modern developer portfolio built with Astro, MDX, and ShadCN/UI. Open source and optimized for accessibility and SEO.
AstroMDXShadCN/UITypeScriptVercel
CodeDemo
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Expertise

Skills & Technologies

Here are some of the technologies and tools I work with.

Frontend Development
  • HTML5
    Advanced(9y)
  • CSS3
    Advanced(9y)
  • JavaScript (ES6+)
    Advanced(9y)
  • React
    Advanced(9y)
  • Next.js 14
    Intermediate(1y)
  • TypeScript
    Intermediate(1y)
  • Tailwind CSS
    Intermediate(1y)
  • ShadCN/UI
    Intermediate(1y)
Backend Development
  • Node.js
    Advanced(4y)
  • Express.js
    Advanced(4y)
  • Python
    Intermediate(2y)
  • Flask
    Intermediate(2y)
  • Edge Functions
    Intermediate(2y)
  • PostgreSQL
    Intermediate(2y)
  • Prisma ORM
    Intermediate(2y)
  • tRPC
    Intermediate(1y)
Tools & Other
  • Git
    Advanced(5y)
  • Vercel
    Advanced(3y)
  • Figma
    Intermediate(3y)
  • GitHub Actions
    Intermediate(2y)
  • OpenAI API
    Intermediate(1y)
  • Hugging Face
    Intermediate(1y)
Testimonials

What People Say

Feedback from colleagues, clients, and managers I've had the pleasure to work with.

"Thomas is an exceptional frontend engineer who consistently delivers high-quality code. His attention to detail and commitment to accessibility make him a valuable asset to any team."
Chris Whipps
Chris Whipps
CEO at DigitalPay
Former Manager
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"Working with Thomas was a designer's dream. He has an incredible ability to translate designs into pixel-perfect implementations while suggesting thoughtful UX improvements."
Kevin Henkener
Kevin Henkener
CTO at DigitalPay
Collaborator
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"Thomas rebuilt our entire frontend from scratch in record time. The result was a lightning-fast, accessible website that significantly improved our conversion rates and user satisfaction."
Ethan Loza
Ethan Loza
Backend Engineer at DigitalPay
Collaborator
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"Thomas has a rare combination of technical excellence and communication skills. He mentored junior developers effectively while delivering complex features ahead of schedule."
Mark Sole
Mark Sole
CEO at Sipree
Team Lead
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Resume

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Professional Resume
Complete overview of my professional experience and technical skills
Last updated: December 2024
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Career Highlights
Key achievements and experience overview
  • 9+ years of frontend development experience
  • Expert in React, Next.js, and TypeScript
  • Led development of 10+ production applications
Available for Full-timeOn-Site/Hybrid/Remote Friendly

Interested in discussing opportunities? Feel free to download my resume and reach out via email or LinkedIn. I'm always open to connecting with fellow developers and potential collaborators.

Contact

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Have a project in mind, or just want to talk frontend and AI? Let's connect.

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Location

San Diego, CA

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