Professional journey

Career progression across accessibility, AI products, and full-stack systems — from CanAssist to AccessLens.

Founder & Developer — AccessLens

May 2026 - Present

Building an accessibility intelligence platform for cities — crowdsourced accessibility data, interactive mapping, and community reviews to help people with disabilities navigate urban environments.

Key achievements

Architected multi-collection MongoDB data model with 2dsphere geospatial indexing
Built accessibility scoring system across 10 criteria with colour-coded map markers
Integrated Auth.js with Google OAuth, email magic link, and credential sign-in
Seeded 50+ real verified places in Victoria, BC for production launch
Deployed via Docker with standalone Next.js output and health monitoring

Technologies

Next.jsReactTypeScriptMongoDBAuth.jsLeafletTailwind CSSDockerZod

Founder & Developer — Community Hive

January 2025 - April 2026

Building a multi-tenant SaaS platform that centralizes communication for strata councils, HOA boards, and property managers — replacing fragmented email chains and paper notices with a secure, structured system.

Key achievements

Architected multi-tenant system with per-building unit hierarchies
Implemented role-based dashboards for managers, councils, and residents
Built structured issue tracking and automated announcement workflows
Self-hosted on Coolify with Docker for full infrastructure control

Technologies

Next.jsReactNode.jsMongoDBDockerCoolify

Web Developer at Neil Squire Society

June 2021 - March 2024

Led the development of assistive technology solutions, focusing on accessibility and user empowerment.

Key achievements

Led development of LipSync Connect App using Next.js and React
Implemented WebUSB API for direct device communication
Created accessible UI components with ARIA compliance
Developed real-time device configuration system

Technologies

Next.jsReactTypeScriptWebUSBTailwind CSSNode.js

Full Stack Developer at Youneeq AI

March 2022 - December 2023

Developed AI-powered content recommendation systems and analytics dashboards for digital publishers.

Key achievements

Built visualization dashboard using MERN stack
Implemented real-time analytics with WebSocket
Designed RESTful APIs for data aggregation
Optimized database queries for large datasets

Technologies

MongoDBExpress.jsReactNode.jsMaterial-UIChart.js

Full Stack Engineer at CanAssist

May 2015 - June 2021

Created innovative assistive technology solutions at the University of Victoria's CanAssist program.

Key achievements

Developed TeenWork employment tracking system
Created CanAssist's client management system
Implemented automated reporting system
Led migration to cloud infrastructure

Technologies

PHPLaravelMySQLJavaScriptAWSBootstrap

Information Technology Developer

March 2013 - May 2015

Focused on internal tools and systems development for improved operational efficiency.

Key achievements

Built inventory management system
Automated data backup procedures
Developed staff scheduling system
Created technical documentation platform

Technologies

PythonDjangoPostgreSQLjQueryGitLinux

Technology Assistant at CanAssist

March 2010 - March 2013

Provided technical support and development assistance for assistive technology projects.

Key achievements

Supported development of assistive devices
Maintained technical documentation
Assisted with user testing sessions
Contributed to project planning

Technologies

HTML/CSSJavaScriptPHPMySQLSVNArduino