Katie Pardee
Katie Pardee
Front-end Web Developer
Hi there! I am a front-end web developer based in Corvallis, Oregon. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Botany from Oregon State University, but found coding to be my true passion after I graduated. I have dedicated years to developing these skills and have worked with various clients over the years to create beautiful and performant websites.
Check out some of my projects and skills below!
Projects
- Find me on LinkedIn - View more about my work and education history.
- Blog using my Custom Plugins - Read case studies and component how-tos.
- Figma Design Portfolio - See my collection of UI designs.
- Corvallis Celtic Festival Website - Client site made with Astro/Contentful.
- Custom Gutenberg Format How-To Guide - Read the write-up on adding a Rich Text Format Button in the Gutenberg Editor.
- My Agency Website - Built with Astro and Tailwind.
Skills & Experience
With over 3 years of experience in web development, I specialize in building fast, accessible, and visually appealing websites. My experience spans modern front-end frameworks, API integrations, and project management, ensuring smooth deployments and ongoing site optimization.
Languages
Proficient: HTML, CSS, Javascript (ES6), JSX.
Familiar: TypeScript, PHP, SQL, Python.
Frameworks/Libraries
React.js, Astro, Tailwind
Wordpress
File structure, troubleshooting, navigating dashboard and files, various plugins and themes, Gutenberg Custom Blocks, Avada
Optimization
Performance, SEO, security, asset compression, accessibility, legal requirements, asset licensing
Web APIs
Contentful, Kirby, Wordpress
Project Management
Version control (git/GitHub), domain registration/transferring, DNS changes/propogation, shared hosting/cloud hosting, troubleshooting, site backups, SSL certificates, email routing, custom forms, analytics, uptime monitoring, managing client edits
UI/UX Design
Mobile-responsive design, content strategy, Figma