Ben Durham

Hi! I'm Ben, a highly skilled full stack developer with over 2 years of experience, specializing in front-end development and cloud-based solutions. I have a deep passion for creating seamless, user-friendly applications that are both engaging and performant. My expertise spans a wide range of technologies, including React, Next.js, Node.js, and AWS.

My journey doesn't stop with code. I'm also a proud Marine Corps veteran, having served 4 years and achieving the rank of Sergeant (SGT). My time in the Marine Corps taught me invaluable lessons in discipline, leadership, and teamwork, which I carry into every project I work on today. Leading teams, solving complex problems under pressure, and delivering results are part of my DNA.

Whether I'm building dynamic web applications or managing teams, I thrive on creating impactful solutions. I'm always focused on optimizing performance, delivering clean design, and helping others grow. My goal is to continually improve, inspire those around me, and drive innovation in every project.

Front-End: React.js, Next.js, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), Redux, Tailwind CSS, Material UI, Sass
Back-End: Node.js, Express, MongoDB, SQLite3, Sequelize, RESTful APIs
Cloud & Databases: AWS, DynamoDB, NoSQL, SQL
Tools & Platforms: Git, GitHub, Webpack, AWS, Heroku, CI/CD
Team & Project Management: Personnel Management, Team Leadership, Scrum
UI/UX Design: Responsive Design, Figma, Prototyping, Animation

• TheMealMaker

  (2023 - Present) - An AI-driven meal generation platform offering customized meal and recipe suggestions based on user preferences. The complex backend architecture leverages AWS Lambda, Stripe integration, and a NoSQL database for efficient user data handling and unique meal generation.

• MyPositiveDaily

  (2023) - A positive affirmation website built with React and hosted on AWS, designed to uplift users through daily quotes.

• notDISCORD

  (2022) - A lightweight real-time messaging app using React, Node.js, and WebSockets, mimicking the core functionality of Discord.

• Booyakasha

  (2021) - A guild maintenance site utilizing Blizzard API to pull individual guild member information.